Requisition Number:

27040Location:

Boulder, Colorado Employment Type:

Research FacultySchedule:

Full-TimeDate Posted:

23-Sep-2020 Close All Job SummaryNIST is encouraging applications for a Postdoctoral Associate to work with NIST researchers to develop broadband microwave and mm-wave measurement techniques to quantify fundamental materials properties of engineered dielectric materials for application in adaptive microwave and mm-wave communications systems. Our approach combines broadband, nonlinear microwave measurements with efforts to develop engineered dielectric materials to provide adaptive or tunable materials with low loss at microwave and mm-wave frequencies. Techniques include finite-element modeling and the design of microwave-frequency test devices, on-wafer scattering parameter calibrations and measurements, nonlinear electrical characterization, and experimental design and automation.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Who We AreThe Professional Research Experience Program (PREP) is a special partnership between the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the University of Colorado Boulder. PREP provides research opportunities to CU undergraduate and graduate students, as well as researchers with a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in NIST labs to gain research experience alongside NIST scientists.
The particular group that needs a researcher is the RF Electronics Group under the RF Technology Division at NIST.What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Design, fabricate and evaluate broadband microwave on-wafer material test structures.
• Develop finite-element electromagnetic models to quantify material properties at microwave frequencies.
• Develop experimental techniques to quantify the adaptive response of engineered materials and custom device designs.
• Build physical models to describe the device electromagnetic response.
• Develop approaches for collaborative research in materials for adaptive microwave devices.
• Contribute publications, patents, and technical presentations to disseminate research results.

What We Can OfferThe annual salary range for this position is market-based, highly competitive, and will be based upon relevant background and experience. Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

Be StatementsBe Encouraged. Be Strategic. Be Boulder.What We Require

• Ph.D. in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with RF test and measurement instrumentation such as impedance analyzers, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers.
• Experience using scientific programming languages, such as Matlab, LabView, Python.
• Experience with microwave modeling tools, such as finite-element simulation tools, Multiphysics modeling tools, or circuit-level simulation and/or design tools.
• Proven publication record of technical research.

What We Would Like You To Have

• Familiarity with one or more of the following: microwave-frequency electromagnetics, solid-state materials synthesis, nonlinear dielectrics.
• Experience with statistical analysis of measured data, such as uncertainty analysis, microwave calibration techniques, or linear algebra techniques.
• Experience with on-wafer microwave measurement techniques, including design, modeling, and measurement of custom on-wafer structures.
• Hands-on experience with one or more of the following is desirable: solid-state materials characterization, wafer fabrication, nonlinear characterization.
• Ability in mechanical design and fabrication (computer-aided design).

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

During the application process, you will need to enter contact information for 1 reference and we will request a letter of recommendation from them immediately upon application.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

Posting Contact InformationPosting Contact Name: Lisa Valencia

Posting Contact Email: recruitprep@colorado.edu