Inside Higher Ed
Quantum Fabrication Engineer (4899C) - Physics
Inside Higher Ed, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
About Berkeley. At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff. As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and we provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups. Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities.
Departmental Overview
Physics is the largest department in the L&S Division of Mathematical and Physical Sciences. It is ranked as one of the top physics departments in the world, with excellence in research, teaching, and service to the community. The department has 80 ladder and emeriti faculty, 60 career and casual staff, and 300 lecturers, teaching assistants, readers, research personnel, postdocs, fellowship recipients, and visiting scholars. It enrolls 250 graduate students, 250 undergraduate majors, and over 7,000 students in its courses. Physics conducts world-class research in campus, local, national, and international laboratories and sites, including collaborations with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL). The Quantum Fabrication Engineer (R&D Engineer 4) is responsible for supporting nanofabrication activities, including the management of cleanroom tools, for research programs carried out by the Quantum Nanoelectronics Laboratory (QNL) in the Physics department. This role involves engineering activities for quantum devices, configuring and maintaining equipment, managing equipment time for the QNL team, developing fabrication processes, and training students and staff on tool usage. The position interfaces with researchers at LBNL on fabrication-related activities for joint research programs and is a key component of the department\'s research success.
Responsibilities
60% Engineering of Quantum Devices
Serve as project manager for complex engineering assignments related to end-to-end fabrication of quantum devices based on superconducting circuits.
Perform fabrication activities with autonomy in a state-of-the-art cleanroom and Marvell Nanofabrication Laboratory using modern tools.
Interface with team members to understand fabrication requirements and advise on capabilities and limitations.
Develop fabrication recipes and processes to achieve target design parameters.
Serve as expert user on fabrication equipment including electron beam evaporators, sputterers, flip-chip bonders, and scanning electron microscopes.
Plan regular fabrication to provide samples for the quantum device team, ensuring calibration and timely delivery per requirements.
15% Experimental Data Analysis
Critically analyze experimental data, including procedures without standard methodology, drawing on advanced fabrication experience.
Identify data issues and apply engineering ingenuity to correct them.
Design fabrication tests and measurement processes to refine fabrication.
15% Programmatic Responsibilities
Draft reports detailing cleanroom activities and present progress during team meetings.
Interface with the LBNL fabrication lead on cleanroom processes and tool management.
Collaborate with LBNL staff to develop tool time allocation plans for joint projects.
Document cleanroom procedures for quantum device fabrication to maintain knowledge base and safety.
Represent the PI and team at meetings and conferences on engineering design and fabrication.
Develop requirements and support bid packages for new tools to expand cleanroom capabilities.
Develop technical solutions to repair equipment and coordinate with manufacturers as needed.
10% Assist with laboratory management and facility maintenance
Provide training on usage of fabrication tools and cleanroom procedures; assist others to complete fabrication activities.
Oversee calibration and maintenance of tools and maintain tool histories.
Assist with tool-time allocation across multiple projects.
Troubleshoot equipment and facility issues; arrange service as needed.
Oversee cleanroom activities to ensure safety compliance with UC Berkeley guidelines and EHS rules.
Required Qualifications
Advanced degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Advanced knowledge in planning, development, and fabrication of engineering systems.
Advanced knowledge of specialized design work and the overall field.
Strong creativity and problem-solving abilities to apply principles to difficult assignments.
Strong project management skills to achieve research objectives.
Advanced written and verbal communication skills to convey complex information clearly.
Advanced interpersonal and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively; assess challenges and propose resolutions.
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and influence others.
Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package, visit the University of California\'s Compensation & Benefits website. The posted salary range is $120,000 to $165,000 yearly; this is a 100% FTE exempt position with full benefits.
Additional Information Conviction History Background: This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and background check. Misconduct Disclosure: Final candidates must disclose certain misconduct-related information. Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination.
To apply, visit the UC Berkeley careers site. This description is for informational purposes and does not guarantee employment or an offer.
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About Berkeley. At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff. As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and we provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups. Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities.
Departmental Overview
Physics is the largest department in the L&S Division of Mathematical and Physical Sciences. It is ranked as one of the top physics departments in the world, with excellence in research, teaching, and service to the community. The department has 80 ladder and emeriti faculty, 60 career and casual staff, and 300 lecturers, teaching assistants, readers, research personnel, postdocs, fellowship recipients, and visiting scholars. It enrolls 250 graduate students, 250 undergraduate majors, and over 7,000 students in its courses. Physics conducts world-class research in campus, local, national, and international laboratories and sites, including collaborations with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL). The Quantum Fabrication Engineer (R&D Engineer 4) is responsible for supporting nanofabrication activities, including the management of cleanroom tools, for research programs carried out by the Quantum Nanoelectronics Laboratory (QNL) in the Physics department. This role involves engineering activities for quantum devices, configuring and maintaining equipment, managing equipment time for the QNL team, developing fabrication processes, and training students and staff on tool usage. The position interfaces with researchers at LBNL on fabrication-related activities for joint research programs and is a key component of the department\'s research success.
Responsibilities
60% Engineering of Quantum Devices
Serve as project manager for complex engineering assignments related to end-to-end fabrication of quantum devices based on superconducting circuits.
Perform fabrication activities with autonomy in a state-of-the-art cleanroom and Marvell Nanofabrication Laboratory using modern tools.
Interface with team members to understand fabrication requirements and advise on capabilities and limitations.
Develop fabrication recipes and processes to achieve target design parameters.
Serve as expert user on fabrication equipment including electron beam evaporators, sputterers, flip-chip bonders, and scanning electron microscopes.
Plan regular fabrication to provide samples for the quantum device team, ensuring calibration and timely delivery per requirements.
15% Experimental Data Analysis
Critically analyze experimental data, including procedures without standard methodology, drawing on advanced fabrication experience.
Identify data issues and apply engineering ingenuity to correct them.
Design fabrication tests and measurement processes to refine fabrication.
15% Programmatic Responsibilities
Draft reports detailing cleanroom activities and present progress during team meetings.
Interface with the LBNL fabrication lead on cleanroom processes and tool management.
Collaborate with LBNL staff to develop tool time allocation plans for joint projects.
Document cleanroom procedures for quantum device fabrication to maintain knowledge base and safety.
Represent the PI and team at meetings and conferences on engineering design and fabrication.
Develop requirements and support bid packages for new tools to expand cleanroom capabilities.
Develop technical solutions to repair equipment and coordinate with manufacturers as needed.
10% Assist with laboratory management and facility maintenance
Provide training on usage of fabrication tools and cleanroom procedures; assist others to complete fabrication activities.
Oversee calibration and maintenance of tools and maintain tool histories.
Assist with tool-time allocation across multiple projects.
Troubleshoot equipment and facility issues; arrange service as needed.
Oversee cleanroom activities to ensure safety compliance with UC Berkeley guidelines and EHS rules.
Required Qualifications
Advanced degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Advanced knowledge in planning, development, and fabrication of engineering systems.
Advanced knowledge of specialized design work and the overall field.
Strong creativity and problem-solving abilities to apply principles to difficult assignments.
Strong project management skills to achieve research objectives.
Advanced written and verbal communication skills to convey complex information clearly.
Advanced interpersonal and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively; assess challenges and propose resolutions.
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and influence others.
Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package, visit the University of California\'s Compensation & Benefits website. The posted salary range is $120,000 to $165,000 yearly; this is a 100% FTE exempt position with full benefits.
Additional Information Conviction History Background: This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and background check. Misconduct Disclosure: Final candidates must disclose certain misconduct-related information. Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination.
To apply, visit the UC Berkeley careers site. This description is for informational purposes and does not guarantee employment or an offer.
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