KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
- To design, fabricate and test novel graphene-based device structures, using both in-house and external processing techniques, with semiconductor standards in mind
- Design, from first principles, semiconductor electronic device technologies
- Work with the technology team to deliver devices defined by the company technology roadmap
- Work closely with the science team to carry their innovations through to real-world devices
- Innovate new, novel semiconductor device technologies and approaches to achieve graphene-based devices
- Grow the understanding of the science and engineering team in electronics technologies
- Develop processes to rapidly achieve device technology products
- Manage work packages effectively and efficiently through to delivery
- Work with external partners to deliver device technologies
- Report clearly and concisely project performance to all levels of the business
Education and Qualifications:
PhD and degree in a relevant subject, physics, chemistry, materials science, engineering, or suitable equivalent industrial experience
Experience:
- Excellent understanding of semiconductor materials & technologies and device physics
- Capability to design and develop semiconductor devices from the base material up
- Experienced with device design modelling and simulation software and design tools
- Experience of carrying proof of concept technologies through to prototype level
- Understanding of device manufacturing line processes and tools
- Experience of using and developing LabView/Python code for instrument control and data acquisition
- Data analysis/interpretation using Excel/Origin, utilising conclusions to iteratively optimise device designs
- Capable of working flexibly to achieve rapid project delivery
- A capability to grasp new scientific concepts and technologies quickly
- An exceptional team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Confident at presenting, regardless of the audience
Skills and knowledge:
- Considered and organised approach to tasks
- Capability to grasp quickly new scientific concepts and technologies
- Exceptional team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to reflect, learn from mistakes and respond positively to feedback
- Ability to handle several ongoing projects, and can prioritise and organise own workload
- Capability to work autonomously and make considered decisions
Advantageous skills and knowledge:
- Experience of graphene or other two-dimensional materials technologies
- Knowledge of high frequency device design
- Knowledge of semiconductor processing lines
- Experience in New Product Introduction (NPI)
Communication:
- Ability to communicate at all levels with both internal and external contacts
- Ability to present information clearly and appropriately for the audience
Additional factors:
- Respect and adherence to confidentiality and critical matters