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    Systems Design and Characterization Engineer - Santa Cruz, United States - University of California, Santa Cruz

    University of California, Santa Cruz
    University of California, Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, United States

    1 week ago

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    Description
    Position overview

    Position title:
    Systems Design and Characterization Engineer (Assistant Project Scientist and Associate Project Scientist)


    Salary range:
    Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The posted UCSC Salary Scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the scale titled,

    REPRESENTED PROJECT ___ (E.G., SCIENTIST) SERIES FISCAL YEAR .

    "Off-scale salaries", i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

    A reasonable estimate for this position is $71,500 - $95,600.


    Percent time:
    Full-time (100%)


    Anticipated start:
    As soon as possible after the initial review of applications.


    Position duration:
    Initial appointment will be for two years, with the possibility of reappointment. Should the hiring unit propose reappointment; a review to assess performance will be conducted. Reappointment is also contingent upon the availability of funding.

    Application Window


    Open date:
    March 22, 2024


    Next review date:
    Monday, Apr 22, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

    Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.


    Final date:
    Friday, Aug 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)


    Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

    Position description
    The Santa Cruz Institute for Particle Physics (SCIPP) at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a


    Systems Design and Characterization Engineer , with duties similar to that of an early-career device engineer or systems engineer in the private sector.

    The Santa Cruz Institute for Particle Physics (SCIPP) is an organized research unit within the University of California system. SCIPP's scientific and technical staff have been involved in several cutting-edge research projects for more than 25 years.

    The primary focus is experimental and theoretical particle physics and particle astrophysics, including the development of technologies needed to advance that research.


    Under the direction of Professor Bruce Schumm, the engineer will design electronic and data acquisition components for advanced semiconductor detection systems.

    The engineer will also lead the design of detectors through the development of TCAD-based simulation models.


    The engineer will direct the design, evaluation and readout of multi-layer hybrid electronic assemblies for detector modules for High-Energy Physics experiments and related applications.


    The candidate is expected to interact with a broad group of collaborators; assist with the dissemination of the research through co-authored publications in scientific journals and presenting at relevant workshops and conferences; and assist with applications for grant and contract proposals.

    Santa Cruz Institute for Particle Physics :

    Qualifications

    Basic qualifications

    (required at time of application)

    Ph.
    D. (or an equivalent foreign degree) in engineering, physical science, or a related field.

    A minimum of three (3) years of postdoctoral scholar research, or equivalent experience, in one or more of the following areas:

    component-level data acquisition

    detector systems design and/or characterization

    control system design

    TCAD device simulation

    Application Requirements

    Document requirements
    Curriculum Vitae -

    Your most recently updated C.V., which must include a list of publications (if any are available). Please include DOI links or the URLs of PDFs for any publications listed on your CV.

    Cover Letter -

    Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications, interest in the position, and future research directions.

    Reference requirements

    3-5 letters of reference required
    Applications must include confidential letters of recommendation*. Note that your references, or dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System.

    *All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC's confidentiality statement at


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    About UC Santa Cruz
    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

    UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

    Inquiries regarding the University's equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by phone at


    Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

    Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check (see ).

    The university sponsors employment-based visas for nonresidents who are offered academic appointments at UC Santa Cruz (see

    ).

    UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus.

    If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at

    UCSC is committed to addressing the spousal and partner employment needs of our candidates and employees.

    As part of this commitment, our institution is a member of the Northern California Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (NorCal HERC).

    Visit the NorCal HERC website at to search for open positions within a commutable distance of our institution.

    The University of California offers a competitive benefits package and a number of programs to support employee work/life balance. For information about employee benefits please visit


    As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time.

    Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.


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