Assistant Scientist – Microelectronics Device Physics & Nanofabrication

Argonne National Laboratory•Lemont, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nanoscience and Technology Division at Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for an Assistant Scientist (RD2) position in the Nanofabrication and Devices Group within the Center for Nanoscale Materials (CNM). CNM is a U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science user facility that offers world-class expertise and state-of-the-art instrumentation to enable leading-edge research in nanoscience and nanotechnology. We seek a highly motivated scientist to help advance CNM’s research leadership in microelectronics, with particular emphasis on device physics, transport measurements, and nanofabrication. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the development of energy-efficient electronic systems through heterointegration for applications in RF electronics, power electronics, and optoelectronics. The successful candidate will build and lead an innovative research program in microelectronics by leveraging CNM’s unique strengths in materials synthesis, device fabrication, and characterization. This position offers the opportunity to pioneer new directions in heterointegration and electrical characterization while contributing to CNM’s mission as a national user facility. The role also includes supporting a broad external user community by providing scientific and technical expertise for experiments and operations in CNM’s cleanroom.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or a related field (postdoctoral research experience will be beneficial)
A strong background in semiconductor device physics
Significant hands-on experience fabricating devices based on materials such as 2D materials, ultrawide-bandgap materials, oxides, or III-V semiconductors
Demonstrated expertise in micro/nanofabrication and process development in cleanroom environments
Proficiency in device-level electrical measurements and characterization techniques
Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork

Nice To Haves

Experience in device modeling using COMSOL or TCAD would be beneficial

Responsibilities

Develop and lead a strong research program in microelectronics, with a focus on heterojunction device physics and transport measurements
Collaborate with scientists across CNM and Argonne to shape and execute a shared vision for microelectronics research
Manage, maintain, and support key cleanroom instrumentation, including electron beam lithography, plasma FIB, and related nanofabrication tools
Work closely with scientists and engineers from universities, national laboratories, and industry, including providing guidance and technical support to CNM users
Help ensure the reliable operation, and troubleshooting of cleanroom tools and electrical probe stations in partnership with CNM operations staff