Research Scientist in Capacitive Micromachined Ultrasonic Transducers
Danmarks Tekniske Universitet
Lyngby-Taarbæk, 1 stilling
A research scientist position in Microfabricated Ultrasonic Transducers is available in the MEMS-Applied Sensors group headed by Prof. Erik V. Thomsen, Department of Micro- and Nanotechnology, DTU Nanotech. The project is focused on developing miniature ultrasonic transducers for use in medical imaging. The project is in collaboration with DTU Electrical Engineering and several companies.
Responsibilities and tasks
You will be responsible for coordinating the projects activities and will work together with 3 ph.d. students also working in the project.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a PhD degree or equivalent. The successful candidate should have a PhD degree in physics or nanotechnology and have extensive experience in working with cleanroom technologies (including thin film deposition, pattern generation, etching and material analysis), experience in lumped element modelling, finite element modelling, programming skills in tools like Matlab, Mathematica, and labview. Furthermore, it is advantageous if the candidate has experience in working with piezoelectric materials including screen printed devices based on PZT. You should furthermore be highly motivated, team player, ambitious, and have a high scientific standard.
Assessment
In the assessment of the candidates consideration will be given to
•scientific production and research potential at international level
•innovative skills and the ability to generate new ideas
•the ability to communicate at all levels such as the provision of scientific advice to public sector authorities
•an all-round experience basis, preferably including international experience
•the ability to contribute to development of the department’s internal and external cooperation
We offer
We offer an interesting and challenging job in an international environment focusing on education, research, public-sector consultancy and innovation, which contribute to enhancing the economy and improving social welfare. We strive for academic excellence, collegial respect and freedom tempered by responsibility. The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is a leading technical university in northern Europe and benchmarks with the best universities in the world.
Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed with the relevant union. The period of employment is 26 months.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Group leader Erik V Thomsen, tel.: +45 4525 5766.
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Application procedure
Please submit your online application no later than 17 December, 2015. Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online," fill in the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:
•Application (cover letter)
•CV
•Diploma (MSc/PhD – an official translation into English)
•List of publications
Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
DTU Nanotech - the Department of Micro- and Nanotechnology - is situated in the northern part of Copenhagen. DTU Nanotech is a centre of excellence in micro- and nanotechnology utilising sciences across the traditional boundaries of technology, thereby enabling innovative solutions for the benefit of society. DTU Nanotech has approx. 220 staff members. With 40 % international employees, the department constitutes an international environment.
DTU is a technical university providing internationally leading research, education, innovation and public service. Our staff of 5,800 advance science and technology to create innovative solutions that meet the demands of society; and our 10,300 students are being educated to address the technological challenges of the future. DTU is an independent academic university collaborating globally with business, industry, government, and public agencies.
