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DEVICE PHYSICS TECHNICAL ASSISTANT

Employment Type Permanent
Location Cambridgeshire , Cambridgeshire
Industry Sector Civil
Start Date ASAP
Salary/Rate £20-23,000
Reference 57820
Date Advertised 27-05-2008 - 00:01

This vacancy is out of date and no longer accepting applications.

Description

Technical Assistant (SIG) - The Technical Assistant will support research leading to the understanding and further development of Organic Electronic devices (OEDs), including Organic Thin Film Transistors (OTFTs) and Organic Photovoltaic devices (OPVs). Working closely with Scientists in the team, the varied, hands-on lab-based role will include supporting development of new fabrication processes, assessing novel functional materials and investigating new device architectures.

Main Activities
Fabricate devices in the company's Cleanroom facilities following standard procedures where appropriate, following good Cleanroom working practice. Characterise these devices using the relevant equipment and work with Scientists to develop novel measurement techniques and systems to improve understanding and throughput. Characterise new materials produced by company Chemists, external partners and collaborators using a wide range of standard and novel techniques. Analyse results and make conclusions, writing reports when necessary. Keep careful records of all laboratory work to ensure control and traceability. Identify new approaches and architectures for novel organic electronic devices that will expand the company's IP portfolio and potentially contribute to future revenues. Attend regular group meetings and be prepared to discuss results and contribute fully to discussions. Liaise with other technical teams within the company to maintain awareness of developments and contribute as appropriate.
Develop and maintain equipment for characterisation of the properties of OEDs. Maintain an awareness of the requirements for commercialisation of new technologies, including the complexity of processing and issues involved in production. Communicate effectively across the scientific disciplines at the company to promote internal discussion and move the technology forward. Generate and keep records of new Intellectual Property.Prepare and deliver presentations when required.
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Technical Assistant (SIG) - The Technical Assistant will support research leading to the understanding and further development of Organic Electronic devices (OEDs), including Organic Thin Film Transistors (OTFTs) and Organic Photovoltaic devices (OPVs). Working closely with Scientists in the team, the varied, hands-on lab-based role will include supporting development of new fabrication processes, assessing novel functional materials and investigating new device architectures.

Main Activities
Fabricate devices in the company's Cleanroom facilities following standard procedures where appropriate, following good Cleanroom working practice. Characterise these devices using the relevant equipment and work with Scientists to develop novel measurement techniques and systems to improve understanding and throughput. Characterise new materials produced by company Chemists, external partners and collaborators using a wide range of standard and novel techniques. Analyse results and make conclusions, writing reports when necessary. Keep careful records of all laboratory work to ensure control and traceability. Identify new approaches and architectures for novel organic electronic devices that will expand the company's IP portfolio and potentially contribute to future revenues. Attend regular group meetings and be prepared to discuss results and contribute fully to discussions. Liaise with other technical teams within the company to maintain awareness of developments and contribute as appropriate.
Develop and maintain equipment for characterisation of the properties of OEDs. Maintain an awareness of the requirements for commercialisation of new technologies, including the complexity of processing and issues involved in production. Communicate effectively across the scientific disciplines at the company to promote internal discussion and move the technology forward. Generate and keep records of new Intellectual Property.Prepare and deliver presentations when required.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED
Degree in Physics, Physical Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science or related subject.
Experience in the fields of Polymer or Molecular Electronics, and/or Thin Film Transistors would be advantageous. Enthusiastic, inventive and an aptitude for experimental work is essential. Good problem-solving skills. An ability to maintain confidentially of highly sensitive data. An understanding of the particular demands of target-driven Industrial research, and ability and willingness to work towards Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively at all levels and the ability to report back results accurately and in a timely manner.

The role will include making presentations to internal and external groups.Good team-playing skills and the ability to operate in multi-disciplinary/cross-functional teams. The candidate should be able to demonstrate an adaptable and flexible approach to work in a dynamic and changing environment. Good organisation skills. Ability to show attention to detail and to keep accurate and traceable records. Understanding of the value of IP and the ability to manage IP appropriately, including working with others to file invention disclosures in a timely fashion.
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