Postdoctoral Research Associate - Richmond, United States - Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Commonwealth University

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Richmond, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Since its inception in 1996, the Virginia Commonwealth University College of Engineering has brought innovative, real-world engineering education to Central Virginia.

Comprised of five different departments plus the Dean's office, the College of Engineering enrolls more than 1,700 undergraduate and 250 graduate students in several degree programs supported by approximately 600 full-time, part-time, and student employees.

As part of a premier research university known for tenacity, love of the city of Richmond, and commitment to diversity and access, the College of Engineering values the significant and positive impact of our people and ideas in the promotion of regional and global prosperity involving research and life sciences.

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Position Responsibilities:

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Required Qualifications:

D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or a closely related field

Experience in Semiconductor materials growth, Device Fabrication and Characterization
Experience in surface coating/passivation
Experience in materials Characterization (xray diffraction, microscopy, and luminescence)
Ability to mentor graduate and undergraduate students, and ensure the highest levels of laboratory safety
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
Ability to work under tight deadlines and short turnaround times

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with modern epitaxial growth techniques, such as molecular beam epitaxy, metalorganic vapor phase epitaxy, and/or atomic layer deposition.
Familiarity with infrared materials and detector fabrication techniques.

About the College of Engineering:

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer