Postdoctoral Research Associate in 3D Imaging

Details

Posted: 17-Feb-24

Location: Upton, NY,

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Academic/Faculty

Internal Number: JR100781

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The National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) at Brookhaven National Laboratory, a multipurpose research institution funded primarily by the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science, seeks a qualified and motivated Post-Doctoral Research Associate. The selected candidate will join the research effort on advancing 3D x-ray imaging methods tailor to solving scientific challenges for microelectronics research. The selected candidate will work with a team
of scientists within the Imaging and Microscopy Program, utilizing the world-leading hard x-ray imaging capabilities of the Full-field X-ray Imaging Beamline (FXI) and the Hard X-ray Nanoprobe Beamline (HXN).

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

The selected candidate will perform scientific research on micro-structure characterizations of integrated circuits, next-generation memory devices, and other novel microelectronics, with advanced X-ray imaging methods. The candidate will be responsible for optimizing workflow from data acquisition to data processing. The research will include model simulations and algorithm developments to optimize image preprocessing and structure reconstruction strategies for obtaining artifact-free chip structures. Particular emphasis is on achieving accurate 3D imaging by exploiting prior knowledge of the sample. The candidate is expected to collaborate
with beamline scientists, the NSLS-II DSSI (Data Science & System Integration) Group and external collaborators.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Work together with the members of the FXI and HXN beamline scientists to develop
advanced 3D imaging methods for microelectronics research.
* Optimize the experimental strategy, perform 3D nanoscale measurements and develop the
workflow for data analysis.
* Summarize results and write scientific papers to be published in peer-review journals.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Ph.D. in computer science, physics, material science, or related discipline
* Demonstrated expertise in 3D tomography and quantitative image data analysis
* Demonstrated experience in computational programming
* Excellent publication record in peer-reviewed journals
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

(Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following):
* Python programming.
* Numerical simulations.
* Incorporating machine-learning algorithms in data analysis.
* Full-field or scanning microscopy.
* Knowledge of image processing methods.
* Knowledge of x-ray imaging contrast mechanisms.

Other Information:

BNL policy requires that after obtaining a PhD, eligible candidates for research associate appointments may not exceed a combined total of 5 years of relevant work experience as a post-doc and/or in an R&D position, excluding time associated with family planning, military service, illness or other life-changing events

Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation.

The full salary range for this position is $68400 - $113250 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.

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