Post-doc Research Position “Magnetron Sputtering of Piezoelectric Thin Films”

Post-doc Research Position “Magnetron Sputtering of Piezoelectric Thin Films”

University of Twente

Enschede, Netherlands

We are looking for a motivated and skilled post-doctoral researcher to carry out advanced, thin film physics research on magnetron sputtering of piezoelectric thin films. Our aim is to develop understanding in relation between the magnetron sputtering parameters and the piezoelectric functional properties.

The XUV Optics Group at Twente has started a new multidisciplinary research program on these topics. We develop forefront fundamental research, relevant to high tech applications Industrial Focus Group XUV Optics. The research will take place in a state-of-the-art thin film laboratory within the MESA+ Institute for Nanotechnology at the University of Twente, in collaboration with various academic and industrial partners.

Challenge

Your goal is to develop the key material science required for mastering magnetron sputtering of piezoelectric thin films. This includes:

• Exploiting new deposition schemes and parameters of reactive magnetron sputtering, aiming for optimal piezoelectric thin film materials performance;
• Developing the understanding of the piezoelectric film structures and their functional properties using characterization techniques such as AFM, XRD, SEM and DBLI and detailed analysis.

Your profile

• You have a PhD degree in materials science, physical chemistry or engineering, solid state or surface physics or a related field;
• You have proven experience in reactive magnetron sputtering and its plasma diagnostics, preferably in reactive sputtering of oxides or nitrides;
• You are an excellent team player in an enthusiastic group of scientists and engineers working on a common theme;
• You are creative, like to push boundaries, and are highly motivated to address a major science challenge in thin film physics;
• You are fluent in English and able to collaborate intensively with industrial and academic parties in regular meetings and work visits.

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