Research Professor: Microfabrication & Sensor Development

Wright State University; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright State University invites applications for a Research Professor position at the Assistant or Associate level in Microfabrication and Sensor Development to begin on January 1, 2027.

The successful candidate is expected to establish a strong externally funded research program focused on fundamental and applied research in areas including but not limited to microfabrication, sensor development, MEMS/NEMS, and related technologies.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Materials Science and Engineering, or a closely related field with research emphasis in condensed matter physics, microfabrication, semiconductor technologies, microelectronics, MEMS/NEMS, advanced materials, or sensor development.
• Proven ability to establish an independent, externally funded research program, as evidenced by a strong publication record and sponsored research.
• Experience with semiconductor processing, cleanroom fabrication techniques, device characterization, advanced sensor technologies, or related experimental methods.
• Ph.D. requirements completed by the start date of the appointment.

Responsibilities

• Teaching – 30% of time.
• Research – 60% of time.
• Service – 10% of time.

Skills

Semiconductor processing

Cleanroom fabrication

Device characterization

Sensor development

Research program development

Education

Ph.D. in Physics or related field

Post-secondary teaching/mentoring experience

Job description

Wright State University invites applications for a Research Professor position at the Assistant or Associate level in Microfabrication and Sensor Development to begin on January 1, 2027.

The successful candidate is expected to establish a strong externally funded research program focused on fundamental and applied research in areas including but not limited to microfabrication, sensor development, MEMS/NEMS, and related technologies.