Job Title
Research Engineer IV

Agency
Texas A&M Engineering

Department
Materials Science & Engineering

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
College Station, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

Purpose:

The Research Engineer IV will conduct experimental research on emerging electronic and optoelectronic materials and devices for next-generation AI hardware applications. The candidate is expected to have research experience on semiconductor materials and devices, nanomaterial synthesis and processing, nanofabrication, microscopic and spectroscopic characterization of materials, as well as testing of electronic or optoelectronic devices. The research engineer will also assist and advise graduate and undergraduate students in the group. We are looking to hire a candidate who is a team player and who will promote collaboration and cooperation while working within a team. If the description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity..

Responsibilities:

• Conduct experimental research on emerging electronic and optoelectronic materials and devices for next-generation AI hardware applications.
• Assist and advise graduate and undergraduate students in the group.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What we need:

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six years of related experience.

What is helpful:

• PhD in electrical engineering, materials science and engineering, applied physics, chemical engineering, or mechanical engineering.
• Expertise on semiconductor materials and devices, nanomaterial synthesis and processing, nanofabrication, microscopic and spectroscopic characterization of materials, as well as testing of electronic or optoelectronic devices.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills.

Work Location:

• Main Campus - College Station, TX.

About Materials Science and Engineering

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering's mission is to educate global leaders in materials science and engineering; perform research to address materials challenges of the 21st century; impact society, industry, national security, and the environment and attract the best minds and develop them into the leaders of tomorrow. Despite being one of the youngest departments in the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University, it is one of the largest materials science and engineering departments in the country. Our goal is to be the largest one while providing excellent education to the students.

Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.
• Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution.
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Generous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.
• Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.
• Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Helpful Applicant Information

Required Materials for Application:

• Resume/CV
• Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
• Letter of interest (dependent upon position)

Applications received by Texas A&M Engineering must have all required job application data entered.

Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.

Compensation Philosophy:

• Recruit and retain high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.
• Offer total rewards, flexible benefits, professional development, performance recognition and work-life balance.
• Ensure resources are readily available and utilized to attract and retain the highest quality researchers, faculty, and staff.