Senior Nanotech Research Leader

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a Principal Research Engineer to lead cutting-edge nanotechnology research at our state-of-the-art facility. You will drive the design, fabrication, and characterization of nanomaterials and nano-devices for advanced applications, and guide research projects from concept through prototype.

The role requires a PhD with 10+ years in nanotechnology, expertise in fabrication and characterization techniques, and a proven track record in funding, leadership, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a related field with a nanotechnology focus.
• 10+ years of progressive nanotechnology research experience.
• Expertise in nanofabrication techniques and characterization methods.
• Strong leadership and project budgeting experience.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead novel nanotechnology research projects from concept to prototype.
• Design, fabricate, and test advanced nanomaterials and nano-devices.
• Characterize materials and devices using advanced analytical tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate nanotech solutions.
• Publish findings in high-impact journals and present at conferences.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor a team of researchers.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Collaboration

Scientific writing

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering / Materials Science / Physics / Chemical Engineering

Tools

E-beam lithography

Sputtering

CVD

Electron microscopy

Atomic force microscopy

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a Principal Research Engineer to lead cutting-edge nanotechnology research at our state-of-the-art facility. You will drive the design, fabrication, and characterization of nanomaterials and nano-devices for advanced applications, and guide research projects from concept through prototype.

The role requires a PhD with 10+ years in nanotechnology, expertise in fabrication and characterization techniques, and a proven track record in funding, leadership, and