Post-Doctoral Researcher - Electrical & Computer Engineering

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for developing and optimizing cleanroom fabrication processes, overseeing the production and quality control of multijunction photovoltaic cell research, and leading a team of graduate and undergraduate researchers. The role includes coordinating research activities, providing technical mentorship, and ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant laboratory operations. This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment. BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church. BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education. That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions: intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others.

Requirements

• PhD in Electrical Engineering. The required degree must be completed by the start date.
• Cleanroom experience.

Responsibilities

• developing and optimizing cleanroom fabrication processes
• overseeing the production and quality control of multijunction photovoltaic cell research
• leading a team of graduate and undergraduate researchers
• coordinating research activities
• providing technical mentorship
• ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant laboratory operations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees