Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate
Core
Lead device physics and integration for a beyond-CMOS spintronic digital logic switch, bridging quantum transport modeling and end-to-end device fabrication.
Role type
Postdoctoral Research Associate (Theory & Experiment)
Builds
Three-terminal beyond-CMOS digital logic switches using spintronic elements
Domain
Semiconductor physics / Spintronics / Quantum materials
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Quantum transport modeling (NEGF), First-principles materials calculations (DFT), Atomistic spin dynamics, Micromagnetic simulation, End-to-end device fabrication, Electrical characterization, Magnetic characterization
Preferred skills
Spintronic materials expertise, Beyond-CMOS device platforms, Python/MATLAB scientific stack, Multi-PI collaboration experience
Technologies
VASP, Quantum ESPRESSO, Vampire, OOMMF, MuMax3, e-beam lithography, FMR, Cryogenic transport, High-frequency lock-in
Responsibilities
Perform quantum transport modeling and first-principles calculations; Execute device fabrication including lithography, deposition, and etching; Conduct electrical and magnetic characterization; Design and lead validation experiments at program decision gates; Co-author publications and contribute to patent portfolio
Seniority
Postdoctoral Scholar (Junior IC with independent research leadership)