Staff Scientist, Electron Beam Lithography

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Job Ttitle: Staff Scientist, Electron Beam Lithography

Company: Yale University


Description: Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community- eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!Salary Range $89,000.00 – $141,875.00Overview The Staff Scientist engages directly with the Yale research community to support cutting-edge research in diverse fields of inquiry across the natural sciences and engineering. The Yale Institute for Nanoscience and Quantum Engineering (YINQE) is an open-access Research Core providing expert consultation, training, and technical support for Core users with primary focus on electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy, and electron-beam lithography. This position has a primary focus on electron beam lithography and the successful candidate will have significant hands-on technical expertise in this area. In addition, they should possess a strong interest in technical instruction and customer engagement with a passion for supporting the next generation of researchers and their research. Primary duties will include training, user support and maintenance of e-beam lithography systems, as well as two scanning electron microscopes. Secondary duties include training, user support and maintenance for TEM, AFM, and microtome operation. The candidate will be expected to attend off-site training and e-beam workshops and scientific conferences to remain current in the field. An ability to establish a collaborative relationship with cleanroom facilities at peer institutes is essential, and some travel will be required. The candidate will work with Yale researchers and administration to identify future facility equipment and processing needs, and to implement facility improvements as necessary. The candidate will work closely with other core staff to improve the nanofabrication capabilities at Yale, requiring knowledge of related technical areas, such as optical lithography, dry etching, material deposition, thin film growth, metrology and packaging. The Staff Scientist will assist with Core operational management and administrative tasks, interface with internal and external stakeholders to maintain safe, efficient and effective Core operations and support Core strategic planning efforts. This position requires a strong background in physical sciences and engineering with significant hands-on experience in micro/nanofabrication. Required Skills and Abilities 1. Hands-on experience with electron beam lithography equipment and related nanofabrication equipment and processes. 2. Knowledge of CAD design, Linux system management, Python programming, and bash. 3. Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. 4. Exceptional written and oral communication skills. 5. Ability to foster collaborations and work in interdisciplinary research settings. Preferred Education, Experience and Skills PhD in engineering, physics or related field or 10 years of relevant experience. Extensive hands-on experience with one or more of these technologies: scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy and/or electron beam lithography.Principal Responsibilities1. User Training: Refine training methodologies and train and mentor users of the research core, providing guidance and expertise. 2. Experiment Support: Collaborate closely with researchers and lead complex projects requiring customized solutions within the research core. 3. Facility/Instrument Support: Lead and manage research projects within the research core. 4. Technique Development: Contribute to the development of research strategies within the research core and evaluate and implement cutting-edge technologies and methodologies. 5. Data Analysis/Interpretation: Analyze and interpret complex scientific data, providing critical insights and recommendations. 6. Equipment Procurement: Assist in the evaluation, acquisition, and maintenance of research core equipment. 7. Professional Development: Stay updated with emerging research trends and technologies. Participate and present in professional development activities and scientific conferences, representing the research core at conferences and events. 8. Scientific Participation: Collaborate with users on manuscript preparation and grant proposals, as applicable. 9, Staff Training and Mentoring: Mentor and support junior staff members in their professional growth. 10. Leadership: Collaborate with senior core leadership on research core-related initiatives. 11. Finance and Admin: Support the Core Director with development and implementation of strategic plans and budgets for the research core. 12. Vendor Relations: Oversees strategic vendor partnerships, manages negotiations, and evaluates vendor performance for the research core. 13. Education and Outreach: Develop education and outreach activities within the core, including tours, events, etc.. Required Education and Experience Master’s Degree in a related discipline and five years of related experience or an equivalent combination of skills, education, and experience.Background Check RequirementsAll candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit “Learn about background checks” under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It’s Your Yale website.Health RequirementsCertain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.Posting DisclaimerSalary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.Inquiries concerning may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).NoteYale University is a tobacco-free campus.

Salary: $89000 – 141875 per year

Location: New Haven, CT

Date: Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:54:00 GMT


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