E-beam Lithography - Research Associate

For more information: http://www.ecti.utoronto.ca/news/resassoc-May2012.htm

Overview

ECTI is currently recruiting a Senior Research Associate for its Electron Beam Lithography Facility. The research associate will oversee all elements of the E-Beam Lithography Facility in a class 100 cleanroom. The research associate is responsible for all aspects of running the facility and will be responsible for conducting all experiments on the e-beam writer (a Vistec 5000+ Electron Beam Pattern Generator). Examples of other equipment used include mask aligners, ICP etching equipment, e-beam metal deposition, sputter deposition, LPCVD and PECVD deposition systems.

Requirements

Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience: Experience in a university or research lab environment. Knowledge of standard lab electronic test equipment, experience with and knowledge of modern cleanroom technology and related equipment. Experience interacting with a wide range of individuals including staff, students, faculty and industry representatives. Good written and oral communication skills.

Other Requirements: Ability to read and follow technical drawings and procedures. Advanced computer skills. Understanding of Health and Safety regulations. Initiative and proven sound judgment, good interpersonal skills, organizational ability, ability to prioritize, manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

The research associate will act as facility manager and have knowledge and experience with photolithography, e-beam lithography, microfabrication processes and microfluidics. The incumbent will have experience working in a cleanroom, including experience in an academic or research environment. The position has a significant research component and the successful candidate must have proven experience in conducting original research and knowledge of current research trends in the field. The candidate will be responsible for developing and refining micro- and nanofabrication processes according to faculty and client requirements. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills and an in-depth knowledge of health and safety protocols. In addition, this individual is responsible for administrative tasks including detailed record-keeping and producing communication materials as required.

Application

Submit a cover letter and C.V. no later than Monday, June 18, 2012 to:

By e-mail: ecti@utoronto.ca

By postal mail: ECTI, Edward S. Rogers Sr. Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Toronto
10 King's College Road, Room 1102
Toronto, Ontario M5S 3G4 Canada