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Post-doctoral Research Staff, Electronic Materials and Devices

The Electronic Materials & Devices Laboratory is a group of physicists, material scientists, electrical engineers, and chemists who have demonstrated a history of innovation in the areas of thin-film transistors, micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), and optoelectronics. Current research is focused primarily on printed electronics, MEMS, displays, amorphous and polycrystalline silicon systems, x-ray imaging, acoustic imaging, optoelectronic semiconductors, visible and UV lasers and LEDs, optical detection systems, and bio-medical instrumentation. Our staff enjoys the opportunity to publish externally and engage in strategic research with a variety of partners, from start-ups to the Fortune 50.

EMDL currently has two openings for post-doctoral scientists in the areas of III-V semiconductors, lasers and LEDs, optical detection systems, and optical systems.

Technical areas of current projects include the following:

• Gallium nitride materials growth, optical emitter design, and characterization:
  • Metal-organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD)
  • InGaAlN semiconductors
  • Design of laser diodes and light-emitting diodes
  • Materials and device characterization
• Optical detection systems:
  • Optical detection techniques and technologies
  • Design and development of opto-fluidic instruments
  • Optical sensors for physical-bio-chemical properties
  • Optical detection systems for structural health monitoring and bio-medical instrumentation
• Optical systems:
  • Laser scanning systems
  • High-power-laser systems
  • Beam steering systems
  • PV energy harvesting
  • VCSEL arrays and systems

Candidates with interests and proposals for new directions in optoelectronic R&D are encouraged to apply.

Requirements:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. with a strong research background demonstrating innovation and relevant contributions towards their field.  Direct experience in one of the specific research topics is important.   With an appropriate level of experience and accomplishment, a candidate may be considered for a regular appointment as a Member of the Research Staff.