Postdoc position in MEMS Devices for Quantum Technologies
Postdoc position in MEMS Devices for Quantum Technologies
Danmarks Tekniske Universitet
Lyngby-Taarbæk, 1 stilling
DTU Danchip has an open position for a postdoc in MEMS/NEMS devices for quantum technologies. The position is part of the newly established Quantum Innovation Center Qubiz, funded by the Danish Innovation Foundation.
The work will be carried out in very close collaboration between the group of Professor Eugene Polzik at Copenhagen University and DTU Danchip the National Center for Micro- and Nanofabrication located at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in Lyngby (10 km north of Copenhagen).
Responsibilities and tasks
The main responsibilities include hands-on process development and optimization as well as support and guidance of the graduate students within Qubiz in cleanroom fabrication tasks. The successful candidate has a Ph.D. degree and several years of cleanroom experience in a state of the art Facility.
The candidate has to be familiar with cleanroom processing of silicon based MEMS devices, establishing process flows and lithography mask design. Documented experience with UV-photolithography, wet chemistry processing, plasma etching (RIE), thin film deposition and the use of standard characterization tools (AFM and optical) is a requirement for the position.
Experience in one or more of the following areas: SiN thin films and membranes, superconducting materials, piezoelectrics, e-beam, DUV, reactive ion etching, and in particular vacuum packaging, is an advantage.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a PhD degree or equivalent.
We offer
We offer an interesting and challenging job in an international environment focusing on education, research, public-sector consultancy and innovation, which contributes 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 2 years.
Further information
Further information may be obtained from Head of Process Engineering, Flemming Jensen. Phone: +45 4525 5767/e-mail: fj@danchip.dtu.dk and from Professor Eugene Polzik, phone +45 2338 2045/email: polzik@nbi.dk.
You can read more about DTU Danchip on http://www.danchip.dtu.dk
Application procedure
Please submit your online application no later than June 6, 2016. 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 (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 Cen/Danchip is a common infrastructure and research facility located at and fully owned by the Technical University of Denmark, DTU. The Center for Electron Nanoscopy is a state-of-the-art electron microscopy center which was inaugurated in December 2007. The work carried out at DTU Cen is spans the range of basic topographical studies to highly sophisticated analysis of nanoscale materials.
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.
