Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Development of MOCVD growth processes to progress knowledge and understanding of UV LEDs
• R&D of III-nitride based semiconductor epitaxial layers and structures in accordance with research goals and activities.
• Lead R&D projects to develop next generation of UVLEDs.
• Optimization and characterization of III-nitride LED structures.
• Undertake data and results analysis to support research activities as well as proactively record and document results in accordance with company processes & procedures.
• Contribute to the production yield issues and help troubleshoot material and device issues.
• Co-ordinate and collaborate with internal and external research teams.
• Prepare project updates for internal and external meetings as required.

Education & Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant engineering field or MS with relevant research experience
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Experience

• Knowledge and experience of MOCVD and other deposition processes on systems.
• Experience of undertaking research activities in a complex field and working to targets and objectives.
• Experience of materials characterization techniques
• Hands-on cleanroom experience with equipment including, electron-beam deposition, thermal evaporation deposition, lithography, reactive wet and dry etching.

Skills & Knowledge

• Understanding of semiconductor materials, technologies, devices and applications.
• Exposure to solid state device design.
• Strong applied, hands-on experimental capabilities.
• Ability to work in cross disciplinary teams.
• Tenacious, hands-on approach to tasks & problem solving.
• Diligent and methodical approach to work.
• Desire to complete tasks and get results in an efficient and timely manner.
• Ability to manage own time effectively: prioritize tasks and workload across activities.