Research Engineer at Lund NanoLab (PA2024/1923)

The Department of Physics at Lund University runs the world-class semiconductor nanofabrication facility Lund Nano Lab (LNL). LNL is part of Myfab – the national infrastructure for micro and nano fabrication. It is a key infrastructure for Nanolund, the Center for Nanoscience at Lund University, which is world-leading in the materials science and applications of nanostructured semiconductors. LNL turns over approx. 45 MSEK annually and consists of circa 1200 m2 laboratory area whereof 600 m2 is designated semiconductor clean room. The lab hosts approximately 80 tools, including those for deposition, growth, etch and patterning of semiconductor materials. There are also a number of specialised instruments for characterisationand metrology. The lab has over 140 active users from academia and industry. The LNL team includes 11 highly qualified scientists, engineers and technicians, including a number of Ph.D’s, who are focused on keeping the facility running, equipment available and providing a service to all users so that they can conduct their research.

Lund Nano Lab is seeking an experienced Process Engineer with an emphasis on plasma processes (ICP-RIE, PECVD, etc). In this role, the successful candidate will conduct process, equipment and material improvement projects in support of the user base and in conjunction with the original equipment manufacturers (OEM). This involves exceptional team work and collaboration with other engineers in the LNL team as well as OEM’s to meet challenging, long-term research goals. You will interface with students, scientists and engineers to provide training and support on select processes and equipment, reporting to the Operations Manager of LNL. We are planning to build a new cleanroom at Science Village in Lund to double the current capacity, so this is an exceptionally exciting time to join the team.

For more information: https://www.nano.lu.se/facilities/lund-nano-lab

In this position, you will get the opportunity to work in a world class research environment with highly qualified colleagues. As a member of our team we will offer you on the job training and development in your professional role as engineer at LNL.

Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. We also have a flexitime agreement that creates good conditions for work-life balance. Read more on the University website about being a Lund University employee Work at Lund University

• Ensuring process tools are in good condition and ready to use
• Train and issue licenses to new users
• Prepare and document process specifications and capabilities
• Establish or develop documentation for calibration routines, baseline processes, tool monitoring and tool recovery procedures (in collaboration with equipment manufacturers, colleagues and the user base)
• Provide consultation and user support for new process development. Ensure compatability of new processes with existing processes
• Troubleshooting of processes and equipment. Work with vendors for technical assistance and support when issues arise with the tools
• Improve and expand process performance for all users
• Assist or lead in procuring new equipment for Lund Nano Lab and coordinate efforts with equipment engineers and facility manager during installation / start-up and acceptance testing

Requires for the position are:

• A University degree in a relevant area such as chemical engineering, physics, chemistry, materials science or a similar education.
• Several years of experience of process development in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot existing processes.
• A thorough understanding of the interdependence of process and hardware.
• Proficiency in English including the ability to write technical documentation.
• You have a service minded approach with good communication skills and a good ability to cooperate.

Other merits

Further, these additional qualifications and experience would be beneficial:

• Experience with semiconductor processing equipment, in particular with plasma etching and plasma enhanced chemical vapour deposition (PECVD).
• Hands-on experience with semiconductor process development.
• Knowledge of basic semiconductor processing principles.
• Ability to perform basic process troubleshooting.
• Ability to operate complicated processing equipment.
• Experience with basic data analysis, e.g., I-MR, in support of process monitoring and stability.
• Excellent understanding of the safety hazards associated with operating various cleanroom equipment.

We will place great emphasis on personal suitability. Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen the administrative work within the unit/department, as well as contribute to its future development.

Permanent employment, scope 100%. Probationary employment may be applied. Start 2024-09-01 or after agreement.

The position is applied for via the university's recruitment system. The application must contain a personal letter with motivation for why you are interested in the job and in what way the job matches yours merits. The application must also contain a CV, diploma or equivalent and anything else you want invoke (copies of grades, information for references, letters of recommendation, etc.).