Berkeley Lab · 1 month ago
Staff Scientist - Nanofabrication Facility
Berkeley, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $208K/yr
5+ years expBerkeley Lab is seeking a Staff Scientist in the Nanofabrication Facility at the Molecular Foundry. The role involves developing and leading research in quantum phenomena, supporting a multidisciplinary user community, and conducting independent research while collaborating with other scientific staff.
Research
Responsibilities
Design and lead a robust individual research program related to the Molecular Foundry’s research theme around materials for quantum science. This individual is expected to develop and lead a program on fundamental understanding of quantum phenomena in materials targeting breakthroughs in coherence and scalability in quantum computing and sensing
Develop a thriving multidisciplinary user program, drawing from industry, academia, and national labs, through the development of unique expertise and capabilities. Provide users with support through your own efforts, hands-on and with your expert knowledge, in the area of nanofabrication
Manage research efforts surrounding the characterization and measurement of superconducting devices using our low-temperature and high magnetic field physical property measurement system, as well as our ultra-low temperature dilution refrigerator measurement tools
Use our newly commissioned quantum information science cluster deposition system and low temperature materials characterization capabilities to develop world class novel superconductor fabrication processes for next-generation superconducting quantum devices
Integrate results from our materials deposition systems into unified data architectures enabling automatic characterization of superconducting thin films during growth
Combine the in-process data, room temperature materials characterization, and low temperature material and device performance into fundamental datasets to enable machine learning models capable of predicting the key materials properties and process parameters for highly performant superconducting materials and device designs
Collaborate with other Foundry scientific staff members to provide scientific support for users and create and participate in collaborative research efforts beyond the single laboratory effort
Prepare scientific data for publication in refereed journals; and present findings at seminars and conferences
Supervise, mentor, and coach scientific and technical staff as appropriate
Provide technical direction to graduate students, postdocs, and research associates as appropriate, and assist in the management of research projects
Maintain a safe working environment and demonstrate respect for environmental protection, health and safety, and help instill those aspects in all staff and users of the Nanofabrication Facility
Maintain and develop a multidisciplinary and inclusive working environment using and building upon existing programs within the Molecular Foundry and Berkeley Lab
Share in user-related operations, maintenance/administration, and development responsibilities within the Nanofabrication Facility
Perform all of the duties above with a high level of independence and autonomy with demonstrated ability in translating research to high impact publications or patents for the above tasks
Maintain a portfolio of research funding external to the Molecular Foundry along with external domestic and international collaborations within the scope of the primary research responsibilities for the position
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physics, chemistry, materials science and engineering, or another discipline relevant to nanofabrication, nanotechnology and nanoscience
At least 5 years of professional experience with nanofabrication, including at least 3 years of professional experience relating to the fabrication of superconducting circuits and/or qubit devices
Productivity in areas related to nanoscale materials research, demonstrated by (for example) publications, talks at national and international meetings, and patents. At least one talk per year and two publications or patents per year
Ability and willingness to provide users with support through your own efforts, hands-on and with your expert knowledge, in the area of nanofabrication
Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple research groups and disciplines, and a demonstrated capacity for adaptability and openness to different ideas and approaches
Productivity in areas related to nanoscale materials research, demonstrated by (for example) publications, talks at national and international meetings, and patents
Demonstrated ability to carry out independent research in a diverse, collaborative environment
Theoretical and practical expertise in nanofabrication instrumentation including reactive ion etching, atomic layer deposition, electron beam evaporation, sputtering, electron beam lithography and integrated ultra high vacuum systems
Knowledge and experience of safety practices and safety culture in a lab setting
Preferred
Experience running or directing ultralow temperature characterization experiments including but not limited to electrical transport measurements, high magnetic field characterization, and low background (ionizing radiation, EMI, IR/RF background, vibration…) device and material properties characterization
Demonstrated ability in performing and leading research, and an established track record working in nanoscience at academic, industrial or other research institutions
Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with others towards broader shared goals, using clear judgment
Proven ability to communicate effectively and articulate a compelling scientific vision across all stakeholder groups
Company
Berkeley Lab
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