Postdoctoral Scholar in Radiation Effects on Electronics

The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, FL

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About The Position

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to perform research under the direction of Professor Aman Haque (Mechanical Engineering) & Professor Doug Wolfe (Materials Science & Engineering). Job Duties: Perform electrical characterization on semiconductor devices as function of radiation exposure. The specimens are discrete wide bandgap devices (diodes and transistors), as well as larger systems (field programmable gate arrays, memory). Collaborate with national lab(s) to perform experiments that mimic ionizing radiation. Perform modeling and/or experimental analysis (microscopy, spectroscopy) to investigate the fundamentals of radiation effects in electronics. Analyze data. Disseminate findings in journals and conferences.

Requirements

• Must have Ph.D. by the start of the appointment in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical/Materials/Nuclear Engineering or a related discipline.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Must pass the Sandia National Lab Screening and receive approval to the National Lab.
• Excellent foundation on semiconductor device physics, reliability.
• Hands on experience with device and system (FPGA, memory) characterization.
• Excellent written/oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in radiation effects (single event, total ionize dose, displacement damage) is very helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical characterization on semiconductor devices as function of radiation exposure.
• Collaborate with national lab(s) to perform experiments that mimic ionizing radiation.
• Perform modeling and/or experimental analysis (microscopy, spectroscopy) to investigate the fundamentals of radiation effects in electronics.
• Analyze data.
• Disseminate findings in journals and conferences.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees