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Technical Assistant, Device Physics - Godmanchester

Type:	Permanent Full Time
Salary:	Neg
Date added:	20/07/2010
Our Ref:	300487

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1 JOB PURPOSE

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.

2 KEY RESULT AREAS

· Fabricate and characterise OEDs using appropriate techniques, in collaboration with the Scientists in the team, following standard procedures when appropriate.
· Characterise the properties of new materials following standard protocols, devising new characterisation methods when appropriate, and communicating results with the whole team.
· Work with Scientists in the team to devise and carry out other experiments to develop high performance organic electronic devices, especially OTFTs, through device optimisation and understanding of the processes that limit performance.
· Support the work of the whole SIG device team and smooth the running of laboratory areas used by the team by maintaining supplies of consumables and helping to maintaining a clean and efficient working environment.
· Continuous communication with all members of the team to discuss technical issues, progress and plans.
· Actively participate in activities to expand CDT’s Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio.
· Maintain a culture of health and safety within the laboratory.

3 MAIN ACTIVITIES

· Fabricate devices in CDT’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 CDT Chemists, external partners and collaborators using a wide range of standard and novel techniques.
· Analyse results and draw conclusions discussing them with LM, 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 CDT’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 CDT 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 CDT to promote internal discussion and move the technology forward.
· Generate and keep records of new Intellectual Property.
· Prepare and deliver presentations when required.

4 KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

· Work closely with other members of the Strategic Innovations Group.
· Work closely with members of the chemistry group involved in developing new materials and with technical teams throughout CDT.
· Maintain a close working relationship with the Research & Development Support (RADS) team, assisting with transfer of standard processes.
· Take an active interest in CDT’s core LED work, so that knowledge developed for LEDs is transferred effectively to the OTFT activities when appropriate, and vice versa.

5 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 critical deadlines
· 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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