Postdoc: Advanced Strain Analysis in Semiconductors

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a PREP Research Associate to support the NIST Materials Measurement Laboratory. In this role, you will advance strain measurement methods for semiconductor devices using advanced techniques.

The position requires a Ph.D. in a related field, hands-on experience with SEM and strong data analysis skills. You will collaborate with semiconductor companies and present your findings at conferences.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field required.
• Hands-on experience with scanning electron microscopes.
• Familiarity with data-analysis programming such as Python and MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Operate SEM to collect EBSD data for analysis.
• Analyze HR-EBSD data with various software tools.
• Assess strain measurement precision using NIST materials.
• Generate simulated EBSD patterns for experimental comparison.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Publish findings and present at scientific conferences.

Skills

Scanning electron microscope operation

Data analysis with Python

Image processing

Collaboration skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in materials science, physics, chemistry, or chemical engineering

Job description

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a PREP Research Associate to support the NIST Materials Measurement Laboratory. In this role, you will advance strain measurement methods for semiconductor devices using advanced techniques.

The position requires a Ph.D. in a related field, hands-on experience with SEM and strong data analysis skills. You will collaborate with semiconductor companies and present your findings at conferences.