QUANTUM SCIENCE

Responsibility

• you will lead the research and development of infrared colloidal quantum dot technology and related nanomaterials
• you will bring your new and innovative ideas to the business, challenge convention, then take responsibility to execute and validate them
• you will work closely with the R&D team to advance the company technologies increasing competitiveness
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• infrared colloidal quantum dots design, research, and development
• lead, plan, execute, analyse, and draw conclusions from experiments
• develop synthesis methods for new colloidal quantum dots and nanomaterials or for improving existing ones
• carry out surface modification of quantum dots and other nanomaterials to make them compatible with the required media and matrix
• characterize quantum dots and materials using different techniques
• analyse data and suggest solutions to improve target properties
• write invention disclosures to protect inventions and strengthen QD IP
• communicate and present technical results to internal and external stake holders

Requirements

• phD in chemistry, material science or equivalent degree with deep knowledge in different classes of colloidal quantum dots and nanomaterials
• deep knowledge and extensive experience in design, synthesis, and characterisation of colloidal quantum dots
• extensive experience in surface modification of nanoparticles
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• A can-do attitude and good team player
• excellent verbal and written communication skills
• good presentation skills
• well organised and ability to manage, prioritise and address forthcoming issues
• be creative and innovative to generate ideas and implement
• critical thinking/problem solving

Earnings for position chemist

Responsibility

• you will lead the research and development of short-wave infrared colloidal quantum dot photodetector technology
• you will bring new ideas and concepts to the business and test and validate your ideas in devices
• colloidal quantum dot optoelectronic device design and research
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• lead, plan, design, implement, analyse and draw conclusions from experiments
• develop and implement fabrication processes for the devices
• develop optical and electronic testing equipment and procedures for semiconductor devices
• characterise materials and devices including infrared photodetectors made of nanomaterials and quantum dots
• develop intellectual property to cover inventions including the writing of invention disclosures and patents
• product development of both materials and devices will be driven through your own knowledge and expertise to add to the technology advantage of the company
• communicate and present results to internal and external stake holders

Requirements

• deep understanding of semiconductor device operation particularly in photodetection and image sensors
• hands-on experience and working knowledge of optical test equipment such as Lasers, LEDs, spectrometers, detectors, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc
• materials and device data analysis and interpretation
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• exceptional communicator, able to work as part of an interdisciplinary team, able to operate under own intuition
• experience in running and maintaining device fabrication equipment including, thermal evaporators, e-beam, sputter coaters, spin coaters, glove box and clean room environments
• familiarity with one or more of the following scientific/statistical software systems: Matlab, LabView , Python, JMP , Minitab

Earnings for position engineer

Responsibility

• ensuring the laboratory is kept clean and tidy in accordance with SOP's
• maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies
• handling of packaging and logistics
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• processing of purchase orders
• maintaining the company’s health and safety practices
• helping to implement and maintain the laboratory inventory
• undertake training programmes provided by the company

Requirements

• educated to GCSE level preferred
• ideally possess at least 1 year laboratory experience from an industrial or academic setting and/or have a scientific background
• strong organisation and time management skills to effectively handle multiple tasks within time restraint are essential
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• independent and excellent problem-solving skills to tackle different challenges
• excellent communication and teamwork skills to support different technical teams and business units are essential
• some knowledge of COSHH would be highly advantageous
• excellent attention to detail and always ensures high quality work deliverables
• willingness to learn