Spintronic Device Scientist

The Job

Developing new spintronic devices to extend NVEs industry leadership.

Detailed duties include:

Develop advanced spintronic devices using physical vapor deposition, wafer fabrication methods, and device characterization techniques.

Create models of device performance using basic physics principles, micromagnetic simulation tools, and multiphysics simulation software.

Integrate new spintronic materials into unique wafer fabrication processes.

Collaborate with technical support staff to complete experiments, maintain equipment, and transition new technologies into high-volume production.

Identify failure mechanisms and customer quality issues, and incorporate corrective actions into device materials and fabrication flows.

Present research findings to customers, external researchers, and internal review teams..

Education and Skills

M.S. or Ph.D. in physics, materials science, electrical engineering, or related field.

Experience analyzing magnetic materials and devices using techniques such as magnetometry, electronic transport, magnetic microscopy, or X-ray analysis.

Knowledge of vacuum deposition, semiconductor photolithography, and etch equipment.

Expertise in magnetic thin-film device physics, including xMR, voltage-controlled anisotropy, spin-orbit torque, and multiferroic materials, is a plus.

Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving and experimental design abilities.

Strong work ethic and leadership skills.

Results oriented.

Pay Range

$80,000 to $115,000/year.