SMART is a major research enterprise established by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in partnership with the National Research Foundation of Singapore (NRF). SMART serves as an intellectual hub for international research collaborations, not only between MIT and Singapore, but also involving researchers from the region and beyond. At SMART, we identify and carry out research on critical problems of societal importance. SMART is a magnet for attracting and anchoring global research talent, while simultaneously instilling and promoting a culture of translational research and entrepreneurship in Singapore. Five interdisciplinary research groups (IRGs) are currently in operation: Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), Critical Analytics for Manufacturing Personalized-Medicine (CAMP), Disruptive & Sustainable Technologies for Agricultural Precision (DiSTAP), Future Urban Mobility (FM), and Low Energy Electronics Systems (LEES). In addition, SMART also operates an Innovation Centre.

Job Description

The project focuses on the creation of monolithic CMOS + GaN HEMT integrated circuits for 5G applications.

The GaN MOCVD epitaxy team at SMART is seeking a qualified candidate for a Research Assistant position.

This position will entail the following technical responsibilities:

1.  Perform GaN MOCVD tasks including carrying out experiments involving the growth of 200 mm GaN-on-Si wafers
2. Carry out characterization of GaN wafers, including, microscope inspection, wafer bow measurement, wafer photoluminescence mapping and wafer X-ray diffraction
3. Assist in upkeep and maintenance of tools, including (but not limited to) MOCVD tools

Job Requirements

1.  At least a Diploma in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electronic/Electrical Engineering, or any related discipline

2. Relevant experience in the semiconductor area (e.g. working in cleanrooms, handling semiconductor wafers/components etc.) is helpful, and experience operating epitaxy tools is preferred

3. The candidate needs to work well in a team, and with other lab/cleanroom users

4. Good command of written and spoken English

5. Candidate must be able and willing to work with flexible working hours (normally 8:30 to 17:30 but occasionally 6:30 to 15:30 or 10:30 to 19:30)

To apply, please visit our website at: http://smart.mit.edu/careers/career-opportunities. Interested applicants are invited to send in their full CV/resume, cover letter and list of three references (to include reference names and contact information). We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.