Postdoc: ALD Digital Twins & In Situ Metrology

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore seeks a PREP Research Associate to support the NIST collaboration on atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes. This role involves operating ALD systems, conducting optical measurements, and validating models with in situ data.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. and has expertise in vapor deposition processes and custom lab instrumentation. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to advanced scientific research within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Hands-on expertise in design and assembly of research-grade ALD reactors.
• Expertise in building and maintaining custom lab instrumentation.
• Knowledgeable in vapor transport mechanisms, precursor chemistry, and process development applicable to ALD.

Responsibilities

• Operating and maintaining multiple ALD systems and custom in situ optical setups.
• Performing temporally- and spatially-resolved optical measurements during ALD.
• Using and analyzing optical process data to validate transport models.
• Publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences.

Skills

Hands-on expertise in design and assembly of research-grade ALD reactors

Expertise in building and maintaining custom lab instrumentation

Expertise in vapor phase deposition processes such as ALD

Safe operation and maintenance of ALD systems

Operation of in situ process diagnostics

Knowledgeable in vapor transport mechanisms

Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, materials science, or related field

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team and independently

Education

Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, materials science, or related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore seeks a PREP Research Associate to support the NIST collaboration on atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes. This role involves operating ALD systems, conducting optical measurements, and validating models with in situ data.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. and has expertise in vapor deposition processes and custom lab instrumentation. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to advanced scientific research within a multidisciplinary team.