Research Engineer –MEMS development - Ref.01.24.01

17 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

INL

Department

Human Resources

Research Field

Engineering » Electrical engineering

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Portugal

Application Deadline

7 Feb 2024 - 23:00 (Europe/Lisbon)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Job Reference: Ref.01.24.01

Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Location: Braga, Portugal

Group/Unit: IMiNa - Integrated Micro and Nanotechnologies

Number of Vacancies: 1

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Duration: 23 months

 

Open Date for Applications: January 17th , 2024

Closing Date for Applications: February 7th , 2024, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)

 

Key words: #MEMS, #modelling, #microfabrication, #characterisation

 

Overview

The IMiNa RG is dedicated to the development of new MEMS solutions based on silicon and flexible substrates sensors and their integration into functional prototypes.

We are looking for a highly-qualified, self-motivated Research Engineer to join our team in the development of new application driven MEMS sensors under several projects, to support microfabrication activities (including silicon-based and flexible substrates) including MEMS inertial sensors and thin-film sensors.

 

Job Duties

The job duties will be the following:

Design and model (analytic, FEM) MEMS devices (in particular electrical and mechanical domains);

Design the masks for fabrication and fabrication follow-up;

Laboratory characterisation of sensor devices (electric, mechanical, thermal…);

Documentation of the developments (e.g., reports, runsheets).

 

Mandatory Qualifications

Education

• MSc in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics Engineering or other related field, is required.

Experience

• Experience in MEMS device modelling (structural, electrical and fluidic domains);
• Experience in mask/layout design using CAD and process design tools;
• Experience in MEMS and thin-film microfabrication in cleanroom environment (inc. SOI-based micromachining).

Technical Skills

• Knowledge on MEMS modelling/simulation approaches (analytical and/or finite element modelling), using simulation software (Matlab/Simulink, Mathematica, COMSOL, ANSYS…);
• Knowledge on mask/layout development using CAD and process design tools;

Other Skills

• Experience in report writing;
• Experience in disseminating research results to the scientific community.

 

 

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics Engineering or other related field, is required.

Experience

• Previous experience on inertial and optical MEMS development;
• Previous experience on laboratorial characterization (electrical/mechanical/optical);
• Knowledge on transduction mechanisms (e.g. capacitive transduction);
• International mobility experience.

 

Personal Skills

• Strong motivation to work both independently and as part of a team in an interdisciplinary environment, with the ability to pay close attention to detail and to meet deadlines;
• Team work spirit;
• Good communication skills;
• “Hands-on” approach together with a high commitment;
• Highly organised and dynamic;
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

 

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary;
• Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges;
• Private health insurance;
• Family allowances (according to family situation);
• Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability);
• Support for education fees of dependent children;
• Relocation support;
• 30 working days of annual leave.

 

How to Apply

The application must be in English and include the following mandatory documents:

Cover letter;

Curriculum Vitae;

Academic and/or Professional diplomas;

Recognition of academic degrees (only academic degrees awarded by non-Portuguese higher education institutions)*.

*The selected candidate(s) with an academic degree granted by a non-Portuguese higher education institution must present, for hiring purposes, the certificate of recognition of that degree(s), issued by the Portuguese Directorate General for Higher Education or by a Portuguese Public Higher Education Institution. Please consult the website of the Portuguese Directorate General for Higher Education: https://www.dges.gov.pt/en .

 

Online application instructions:

The application is made online by clicking the “Apply” button below;

The candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form;

The candidate must submit the mandatory documents mentioned above in pdf format by including them in the “Additional files” section using the “Add portfolio” button.

Important note:

Incomplete applications including the failure to provide mandatory documents or providing inaccurate information will result in the application not being considered.

 

 

How the Selection Process works
 

A. Applications eligibility check

This stage will be carried out on the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and technical skills defined for the job, as well as the validation of the mandatory documents. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will move forward to the next stage.

B. CV Assessment

The Selection Committee will evaluate the eligible applications based on their CV and other submitted documents and the suitability for the position. The best ranked candidates will be shortlisted for the interview stage(s).

C. Interview(s)

The interview(s) may be done in different formats: video recording, online or onsite.

The question based interview will evaluate the match between the candidate’s profile and the requirements for the position, including the technical and personal skills. To better support this stage, the candidate may be requested to prepare a short presentation.

 

D. Nomination

The selected candidate will be nominated and formally offered the position, including the disclosure of the contractual conditions. 

 

 

Additional Information

Application feedback

We highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle

INL follows a non-discrimination and equal access principle, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.

 

The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice in order to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.

 

About INL

The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL (http://www.inl.int ), is the first and only Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.

It was founded under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research, deploy and communicate nanotechnology for the benefit of society. INL aims to be a recognised leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.

Requirements

Research Field

Engineering » Electrical engineering

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

INL - International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory

Country

Portugal

City

Braga

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=oHaHpfwH&s=Euraxess

Contact

City

Braga

Website

http://inl.int

Street

Av. Mestre José Veiga, S/N

Postal Code

4715-330

STATUS: EXPIRED