Postdoctoral position in Next generation III-nitride power devices and circuits
The Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience focuses on research, innovation and education within the fields of future electronics, photonics, bio- and nanosystems. A close collaboration with Swedish and international partners within academia, industry and society enables scientific excellence and creates an innovative environment. In addition to the 200 researchers and PhD students, MC2 houses a cleanroom for micro- and nanofabrication with the latest equipment.
Information about the The Microwave Electronics Laboratory
The Microwave Electronics Laboratory (MEL) at the Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience employs more than 40 people performing world-class research on high speed electronic components, circuits, and systems for a wide range of communication and sensing applications in the frequency range from 1 GHz to 500 GHz and beyond. Our facilities include a uniquely well-equipped laboratory for advanced millimeter wave measurements and a state-of-the art cleanroom facility.
A major part our research is targeting new semiconductor materials and devices to enable higher capacity and improved energy efficiency in a wide range of future microwave and millimeter systems. In recent years, electronic devices and circuits based on wide bandgap semiconductors such as SiC and III-nitrides (GaN) have demonstrated disruptive performance in terms of frequency, power, and efficiency figure of merits. At Chalmers we have for more than 20 years performed research on wide bandgap semiconductor devices for high frequency applications. We are now extending our activity to power electronic devices and will investigate advanced device concepts to further harvest the potential of III-nitride devices and circuits for that application.
Major responsibilities
This postdoc position will focus on research on III-nitride devices and circuits. We will explore new concepts in material and device processing to optimize different important properties, such as switching frequency and power capability, of importance in high power systems. The goal is to push the limits of III-nitride semiconductor devices. New epitaxial designs will be grown by our collaborative partners and new power device concepts will be explored by physics based design, device processing as well as characterization and evaluation by us at Chalmers. The research will therefore include a wide range of activities such as epitaxial design, device processing, and characterization. The postdoc will perform extensive experimental and theoretical investigations to understand the fundamental and practical limits of power electronics based on III-nitride semiconductors. The postdoc will use our advanced device processing and advanced characterization facilities to connect theoretical predictions with experimental verification.
The postdoc will be a member in a team of other PhD students and senior researchers, both from industry and academia, working with semiconductor technology development, circuit design, and realization of complete power system demonstrators. The postdoc will mainly perform research combined with some supervision and collaborative activities with partners.
Position summary
Full-time temporary employment. The position is limited to a maximum of two years (1+1).
Qualifications
To qualify, you should hold a PhD degree in physics or electrical engineering (or equivalent), generally not older than two years. Experiences in semiconductor processing in cleanrooms and device characterization are meritorious. Well-documented capability of communicating in English, both spoken and written, are required.
Important qualities are enthusiasm, to be able to drive and conclude projects independently, take own initiatives and discuss/develop own ideas, be creative and have a problem-solving mindset. The project is in collaboration with other researchers and industry. Therefore, excellent cooperation and social abilities are important.
Chalmers continuously strives to be an attractive employer. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.
Application procedure
The application should be marked with Ref 20180210 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as pdf-files, as below:
CV: (Please name the document as: CV, Surname, Ref. number) including:
• CV, include complete list of publications
• Previous teaching and pedagogical experiences
• Two references that we can contact.
Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number) including:
• 1-3 pages where you introduce yourself and present your qualifications.
• Previous research fields and main research results.
• Future goals and research focus. Are there any specific projects and research issues you are primarily interested in?
Other documents:
• Attested copies of completed education, grades and other certificates.
Please use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form. The files may be compressed (zipped).
Application deadline: 30 May, 2018
For questions, please contact:
Professor Herbert Zirath, e-mail: herbert.zirath@chalmers.se
Research Professor Niklas Rorsman, e-mail: niklas.rorsman@chalmers.se
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