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Device Scientist
Godmanchester (Full Time, Permanent)
Device Scientist - Godmanchester, Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire
Our client, based in Cambridgeshire is seeking a Device Scientist with an excellent working knowledge of device analysis and statistical methods to work in their Strategic Innovation Group. The successful candidate will be educated to PhD level or equivalent in Physics or a related subject.
1. JOB PURPOSE
To improve the performance of solution-processable lighting tiles by the evaluation and development of novel device architectures and processing techniques, correlating process parameters to device performance. The role will require using an understanding of materials and device properties to aid development of the device performance and fabrication process in line with customer requirements, including deposition methods and statistical analysis of yield etc.
2. KEY RESULT AREAS
* Design and execute experiments to evaluate the performance and potential of new materials, either fluorescent or phosphorescent emitters or charge transporting systems in different device platforms to achieve high performance lighting devices.
* Design and execute experiments to correlate device structure and process parameters to device performance.
* With the help of modern statistical tools support, you will identify correlations between materials properties, processing parameters and device performances.
* Communicate effectively with all team members at the Technology Development Centre in Godmanchester and site in Cambridge to distribute results, resolve problems and provide next step recommendations.
* Generate Intellectual Property.
3. MAIN ACTIVITIES
* Design and propose experiments, write batch travellers and analyse device data to identify ways to optimise lighting performance e.g. Im/W or stability on test.
* Proactively collect relevant data and analyse data to extract statistically significant correlations between device properties and material and process parameters.
* Clearly report findings and recommendations either within or outside the organisation.
* Support device fabrication and testing when required (especially in evaluating new methodology).
* When required supervise junior members of staff. Clearly communicate any best practice across the organisation.
* Work safely in accordance with the company's Health and Safety Policy and Procedures to maintain a well functioning laboratory.
* Accurately record all practical work to ensure new Intellectual Property is appropriately documented.
4. KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
* Liaise with line-manager and the High Performance Device Group Leader for research direction and provide feedback to the group.
* Working with the teams responsible for lighting material development, printing and basics (fundamental understanding) development is essential.
* Seek advice from experienced researchers within the company concerning device fabrication, materials characteristics and experimental techniques.
* Close collaboration with device test team to ensure reproducible device testing.
* Collaborate and communicate with staff from research institutions and customers.
* Liaising with colleagues who work on front and back end of line device fabrication processes will be important to deliver devices with improved yield and repeatability.
* Liaising with individuals or teams responsible for optical modelling and outcoupling activities relevant to lighting.
* Participate in communication with the company's IP experts to understand and exploit the IP landscape regarding lighting.
5. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
* Ideally educated to PhD level or equivalent in Physics or a related subject.
* Excellent working knowledge of device analysis and statistical methods.
* Familiarity with optical modelling would be advantageous.
* Laboratory experience of electrical and optical testing of devices would be a distinct advantage.
* Programming experience (Labview, visual basic) would be advantageous.
* Computer literacy is essential, including familiarity with Windows 2007 and Microsoft Office products. Practical experience in device fabrication and good knowledge of chemistry (educated to A level or equivalent) would be desirable.
* You must have strong team-playing skills, excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to operate in multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams.
* A self-motivated individual, you should be able to show initiative and creativity, and be able to operate independently in a laboratory environment.
* You must have a good eye for detail, excellent time-management skills and the flexibility to change priorities at short notice and work to tight deadlines.
