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MICROELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEMS (MEMS) RESEARCHER

Overview

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for a research position involving measurements using microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) devices, within the Optoelectronic and Electronic Materials Group, Ceramics Division, at NIST in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The Optoelectronic and Electronic Materials Group, one of four groups in the Ceramics Division, provides measurement science, standards, and technology needed by U.S. industry to apply materials and components in optoelectronic and electronic applications. Specific group project areas include nanocalorimetry of interfacial reactions, structure and properties of advanced CMOS devices, thermoelectric measurements and standards, and small-scale optical measurements of strain and structure. Initially, the MEMS measurement activity will be driven by nanocalorimetry applications. Group facilities include access to a state-of-the-art nanofabrication cleanroom facility within the Advanced Measurement Laboratory at NIST, apparatus for depositing complex multilayer structures, and advanced electronic apparatus for measuring reaction properties using MEMS nanocalorimetric devices. More information about other activities in the Ceramics Division may be found on our website, http://www.ceramics.nist.gov/.

Requirements

Applicants must have at least two years of postdoctoral research experience in MEMS measurements and nanofabrication methods, as well as demonstrated aptitude in heat transfer applications and modeling. The demonstrated ability to execute projects and generate related publication outputs, and strong speaking and writing skills, are further required. The ideal candidate would also have connections with the mainstream materials science and engineering community. The position is in the Scientific and Engineering Career Path (“ZP”) and is initially a two-year appointment, with potential for a permanent appointment. The base salary ranges from $70,000 to $80,000, depending on qualifications and experience. United States citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

The research position will involve the design, processing, implementation, and modeling of MEMS devices to perform quantitative calorimetry at the nano scale, including measurements of equilibrium and kinetic properties of interfacial reactions. Particular emphasis is placed on the ability to employ quantitative mathematical models to design MEMS devices, as well as analyze and interpret the data generated by nanocalorimetric measurements. Detailed transient heat transfer analyses and development of nanocalorimetric techniques that can be traced to NIST standards will be required. The position will involve research as part of a project team, and participation at project, group, and division levels to define new measurement directions.

Application

Interested applicants should send a curriculum vita and three references (names and contact information only) via post or e-mail to Dr. Martin L. Green, Leader, Optoelectronic and Electronic Materials Group, Ceramics Division, NIST, 100 Bureau Drive, Stop 8520, Gaithersburg, MD 20899, martin.green@nist.gov.