Nanofabrication Engineer

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Our research group belongs to the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics at Penn State University and focuses on the development of space hardware within the context of the NASA space program. We have an immediate opening for a Nanofabrication Engineer (Research Engineer - Professional) who will assist our current team in process development and nanofabrication of diffractive optics, as well as associated projects. The applicant will be expected to work on a variety of materials engineering processes including but not limited to electron-beam lithography, dry and wet etching, thin-film deposition, and characterization (such as scanning electron microscopy and atomic force microscopy). The majority of the candidate's work will take place in the world-class Nanofabrication Laboratory within the Millennium Science Center at Penn State University.

Core responsibilities will include:

• Working with the current team on a variety of nanofabrication processes for materials engineering of diffraction gratings and similar optical devices.

• Documenting the work performed and reporting to the team lead.

Additional responsibilities might include:

• Light administrative work including researching and ordering of wafers and other supplies, tracking wafer inventory.

Education and Experience:

Experience in process development and troubleshooting, device layout software, computer programming and data analysis is suggested for this role; a willingness and ability to learn and develop skills in nanofabrication and associated materials processing is required.

The candidate must be comfortable working in a highly specialized cleanroom environment wearing cleanroom attire and personal protective equipment. Candidates should also expect to work with hazardous chemicals and gasses and should possess knowledge, or be willing to learn, how to handle those safely.

Overall, this position requires excellent organization and planning. The candidate must be detail-oriented, able to follow standard procedures, able to work with the current team and others as well as independently, and should have excellent written and oral communication skills. Inclusion and effective collaboration are valued skills within our group.

A Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or engineering is required. No relevant experience is required, however 1+ years of relevant experience (micro/nanofabrication) is preferred.

Additional Information:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover letter, CV, and names and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

This is a limited-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with the possibility of renewal.

Information regarding benefits may be found at https://hr.psu.edu/.

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