Postdoctoral Scholar in Radiation Effects on Electronics

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to conduct cutting-edge research in semiconductor devices and radiation effects. The role involves collaborating with national laboratories and performing experimental analyses to understand the impacts of radiation on electronics. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in a relevant engineering discipline and demonstrate strong skills in data analysis and communication. This one-year term appointment offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant advancements in the field while working in a supportive and inclusive environment that values diversity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required by the start of the appointment in a relevant discipline.
• Hands-on experience with FPGA and memory device characterization.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical characterization on semiconductor devices under radiation exposure.
• Collaborate with national labs for experiments mimicking ionizing radiation.

Skills

Semiconductor Device Physics

Reliability Engineering

Data Analysis

Excellent Written Communication

Excellent Oral Communication

Radiation Effects Knowledge

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical/Materials/Nuclear Engineering

Tools

Microscopy

Spectroscopy

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to perform research under the direction of Professor Aman Haque (Mechanical Engineering) & Professor Doug Wolfe (Materials Science & Engineering).

Job Duties:

• Perform electrical characterization on semiconductor devices as function of radiation exposure. The specimens are discrete wide bandgap devices (diodes and transistors), as well as larger systems (field programmable gate arrays, memory).

• Collaborate with national lab(s) to perform experiments that mimic ionizing radiation.

• Perform modeling and/or experimental analysis (microscopy, spectroscopy) to investigate the fundamentals of radiation effects in electronics.

• Analyze data.

• Disseminate findings in journals and conferences.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must have Ph.D. by the start of the appointment in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical/Materials/Nuclear Engineering or a related discipline.

• Must be a US citizen.

• Must pass the Sandia National Lab Screening and receive approval to the National Lab.

• Excellent foundation on semiconductor device physics, reliability.

• Hands on experience with device and system (FPGA, memory) characterization.

• Excellent written/oral communication skills.

• Experience in radiation effects (single event, total ionize dose, displacement damage) is very helpful.

Additional Information:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter describing their interest in the position, a CV including a publication list, and names & contact information of up to three references.

This is a term appointment, funded for one year from the date of hire, with a possibility of renewal.

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