Michigan State University · 1 month ago
Research Associate-Fixed Term
East Lansing, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelMichigan State University is a leading R1 research institution dedicated to advancing knowledge and addressing societal challenges. They are seeking a postdoctoral research associate to work on radiation-hardened microelectronic chips for space communications, focusing on cleanroom fabrication processes and project management responsibilities.
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Responsibilities
Uphold lab upkeep and maintenance standards to ensure a safe and efficient research environment and management of ongoing projects
Advancing cleanroom microfabrication processes regarding semiconductor membrane fabrication and micro-transfer printing
Manuscript writing for peer-reviewed publications
Supervision of undergraduate students, and interns
Technical report writing of engineering projects
Ensure project and lab compliance with environmental, safety, health, and quality program (ISO9001) requirements
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
PhD. required in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or a related engineering or science field with a strong background in plasma science
Prior expertise working in, and performing research in, a semiconductor cleanroom environment
Prior expertise in photolithography
Prior expertise in using reactive ion etching plasma tools
Prior expertise in semiconductor characterization techniques
Excellent technical writing and oral communication skills
A proven record of establishing and maintaining a safe laboratory and workplace environment
Able to work in an interdisciplinary, diverse, and international team
Familiarity with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
Preferred
Prior working experience in microwave plasma assisted chemical vapor deposition (MPACVD) of thin film materials such as polycrystalline diamond (PCD)
Prior working experience in material characterization, such as Scanning Electron Microscopy, Raman spectroscopy, Atomic Force Microscopy, and X-Ray Diffraction
Prior experience with operation, assembly, and maintenance of vacuum systems is strongly desired
Company
Michigan State University
Michigan State University has been working to advance the common good in uncommon ways for more than 150 years.
Founded in 1855
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$118.22MKey Investors
Carnegie Corporation of New YorkUS Department of EnergyDenso
2025-09-23Grant· $0.9M
2025-03-27Grant· $48.5M
2024-10-30Grant
Leadership Team
Raymond Boeman
Director, IACMI Scale-up Research Facility and Vehicle Technology Area
Stephanie Vasko
Senior Research and Innovation Consultant, MSU College of Arts and Letters
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