DTU 3D Si Etching position

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Postdoc in 3D Etching of Silicon using DREM based Plasma Processing

DTU Danchip
Tuesday 04 Sep 18


DTU Danchip has an open position for a postdoc in 3D etching of silicon. The goal of this project is to investigate the possibilities of 3D silicon etching find its limits, deepen the understanding of the underlying chemical and physical phenomena and explore applications of the technology within Micro Optical Electromechanical Systems (MOEMS).

The work will be carried out in the cleanroom facilities of DTU Danchip the National Center for Micro- and Nanofabrication located at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in Lyngby (10 km north of Copenhagen).

The position is within dry etching of silicon using plasma processing in order to push the boundaries for micro- and nanofabrication for MEMS, electronics and other relevant fields. New developments have opened the possibility to fabricate full 3D structures in a single run using a single photolithography step. In this project we would like to explore the limits of this new technology and demonstrate possible applications relating to light phase beam shaping.

Responsibilities and tasks
The project will be carried out in a state of the art cleanroom. The position requires a deep understanding of plasma etching of silicon and related materials.

Responsibilities include:
•Establish mask layout and process flows for E-beam and DUV lithography
•Carrying out above processes flows (hands-on)
•Etching samples using a state of the art DRIE tool
•If necessary modify the tool, add characterization and monitoring equipment
•Planning and carrying out statistical experiment methods (Design of Experiment)
•Demonstrate applications of this technology in dynamic or static programmable phase beam shaping
You have to be open and outgoing in order to identify and approach the relevant groups at DTU that are potential users of this new technology. You have to be able to communicate and work with researchers from different disciplines.

Qualifications
Candidates should have a PhD degree or equivalent. The degree should be within physics, chemistry or engineering with hands on experience in state of the art micro-/ nanofabrication.

Successful candidates should have: •Several years of cleanroom experience
•A documented deep understanding of plasma processing
•A documented track record regarding high aspect ratio and 3D plasma etch of silicon
•Experience in and knowledge of advanced lithography (E-beam, DUV)
•A high degree of self-motivation
•A deep interest in technology

We expect you to be interested in collaboration and take personal responsibility for your work.

As a person:
•You are driven by pushing boundaries
•You are motivated by both individual and team accomplishments
•You are focused on the process as well as the outcome
We offer
At DTU Danchip we offer an exciting and challenging job in an international and stimulating open working environment, where scientists, students and engineers from commercial companies share the same facility and support each other.

Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The work will be carried out at DTU Danchip and the period of employment is 2 years.

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Further information
Further information may be obtained from Jörg Hübner, tel.: +45 4525 5762.

You can read more about DTU Danchip at www.danchip.dtu.dk.

Application procedure
Please submit your online application no later than 18 September 2018 (local time). Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include: •Application (cover letter)
•CV
•Diploma (MSc/PhD)
•List of publications

Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

DTU Cen/Danchip is a common infrastructure and research facility located at and fully owned by the Technical University of Denmark, DTU. The Center for Electron Nanoscopy is a state-of-the-art electron microscopy center which was inaugurated in December 2007. The work carried out at DTU Cen is spans the range of basic topographical studies to highly sophisticated analysis of nanoscale materials.

DTU is a technical university providing internationally leading research, education, innovation and scientific advice. Our staff of 6,000 advance science and technology to create innovative solutions that meet the demands of society, and our 11,200 students are being educated to address the technological challenges of the future. DTU is an independent academic university collaborating globally with business, industry, government and public agencies.