RESEARCH ASSISTANT SCIENTIST - Electrical & Computer Engineering

Job Description :

The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, time-limited, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Research Assistant Scientist. Initial appointment is for 1 year, reappointment is anticipated based on performance and funding.

The faculty member will be expected to conduct research and development (R&D) on photonic integrated circuits (PIC) including, but not limited to pioneering, innovating, and prototyping.

• Optoelectronic component design / development / test
• Chip design and foundry engagements.
• Perform design technology co-optimization (DCTO)
• Perform photonic chip and device test.
• Perform data analysis.
• Synthesis or R&D result and prepare publications and dissemination material.
• Assemble and / or improve lab test environments.
• Identify and prepare applications to funding opportunities
• Mentor team / group members.

Support educational mission through class laboratory support and WFD activities for CHIPS-related grants.

Expected Salary :

Salary to commensurate with education and experience.

Minimum Requirements :

PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Preferred Qualifications :