Research Fellow (110340-0325)

About the Role

For informal enquiries, please contact Maksym Myronov (Associate Professor) at M.Myronov@warwick.ac.uk.

The Semiconductor Research Group (https://www.warwick.ac.uk/silicon) within the Department of Physics is seeking to appoint a highly motivated Research Fellow to contribute to groundbreaking research and development in SiGe epitaxial materials, with a focus on enabling quantum sensors and quantum computer processors. Quantum sensors, with their ability to detect minute changes in physical parameters with unprecedented sensitivity, are expected to revolutionize diverse fields such as healthcare, environmental monitoring, and navigation, while quantum computing holds the potential to redefine computation and data processing. This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of these transformative technologies, driving innovation and scientific discovery in quantum devices.

As a key member of our dynamic research team, you will play a crucial role in advancing the characterization of epitaxial materials and supporting epitaxial growth research. Your work will directly contribute to the realization of cutting-edge quantum technologies, helping to address some of the most significant challenges in quantum sensor and processor development.

Join us in shaping the future of quantum computing and materials science at one of the UK’s leading research institutions.

We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis, even where a position is advertised as full-time, unless there are operational or other objective reasons why it is not possible to do so. 

About You
The ideal candidate will possess exceptional expertise in the physics and technology of group-IV epitaxial semiconductor materials and devices, with an emphasis on SiGe. You will have extensive hands-on experience, spanning several years, in the structural and electrical characterization of group-IV semiconductor materials and devices using advanced techniques such as TEM, SEM, AFM, XRD, XRR, FTIR, SE, Hall effect measurements, and C-V and I-V characterization.

You will be an outstanding communicator, capable of collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary research team while also demonstrating the independence to drive your projects forward. Strong planning and time management skills are essential, enabling you to define clear milestones, establish realistic timelines, and ensure timely and efficient project execution.

Your responsibilities will include taking a leading role in routine characterization, as well as driving research and development of SiGe epitaxial materials, synthesised using in-house state-of-the-art facilities. Additionally, you will contribute to the strategic direction of the group, report your findings to colleagues and collaborators, and disseminate your work through high-impact journal publications and conference presentations. With your talent, passion, and expertise, you will join a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is scientifically and technologically possible, making meaningful contributions to the advancement of quantum sensor and computing technologies.

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.

If you are near submission or have recently submitted your PhD but have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made as Research Assistant at the top of level 5 of the University grade structure. Upon receipt of evidence of the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow on the first point of level 6 of the University grade structure.

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday, 9th April 2025 at 11.55pm.

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