Postdoctoral Research Associate - College of Engineering - Electrical and Computer Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) is seeking an outstanding Post-Doctoral Researcher to join Prof. Gianluca Piazza's research group. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research in the modeling, design, fabrication, characterization, and system integration of MEMS quartz resonators for next-generation precision micro-oscillators. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with graduate, master's, and undergraduate students, as well as industrial collaborators, in a highly collaborative research environment focused on advanced timing and frequency control technologies.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a closely related field
• Strong publication record in MEMS, resonators, piezoelectric devices, RF systems, or related areas
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Modeling and design of MEMS resonators and acoustic wave devices
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for electromechanical systems
• Microfabrication of MEMS devices using cleanroom processes
• Experimental testing and characterization of MEMS resonators and frequency control devices
• Electronic circuit integration and interfacing of resonators with oscillator circuits
• Data analysis and interpretation of device performance metrics, including frequency stability, quality factor (Q), and temperature behavior

Nice To Haves

• Experience interacting with industry partners and mentoring junior researchers is a plus
• Experience with quartz resonators, piezoelectric MEMS devices, timing technologies, RF systems, or oscillator design is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on MEMS quartz resonators and precision micro-oscillator technologies
• Develop analytical, numerical, and finite-element models of MEMS resonators
• Design, fabricate, and characterize MEMS resonator devices
• Integrate resonators into oscillator and electronic circuit platforms and evaluate system-level performance
• Work closely with graduate students, master's students, undergraduate researchers, and industrial partners to achieve project objectives
• Contribute to publications, presentations, technical reports, and project deliverables
• Participate in research group meetings and project reviews as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
• Tuition benefits
• Ample paid time off
• Observed holidays
• Life and accidental death and disability insurance
• Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
• Access to Family Concierge Team
• Fitness center access

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree