Postdoctoral researcher

Project
PREP0003527

The Materials Measurement Laboratory of the National Institute of Standards and Technology is seeking
qualified persons (U.S. Citizens Preferred) to perform finite element analysis and simulations related to
nanoscale and microscale material property measurements based on atomic force microscopy and
instrumented indentation. This work will focus primarily on numerical modeling of nanoscale and
microscale thermomechanical tests on materials and heterogeneous structures used in advanced
packaging of microelectronics.

Numerical modeling for nano-to-microscale thermo-mechanical measurements(CHIPS Funded Project)

Qualifications
  • PhD in Materials Science or related field.
  • Advanced knowledge and experience with finite element methods/multiscale modelling,
    particularly related to nano/microscale contact mechanics. Experience writing software and/or using
    python scripting to speed up/automate simulation workflows.
  • Experience with computational materials research, particularly in the validation of experimental
    results or extraction of materials properties from complex experimental data.
  • Knowledge of AFM and/or nanoindentation experiments. Hands on experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of materials commonly used in BEOL layers and interconnects of microelectronic
    devices, particularly those used in hybrid bonding processes.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a
    team.
  • U.S. Citizens Preferred.
Research Proposal

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

  • Perform finite element analyses to model the thermo-mechanical behavior of materials and
    structures at the micro- and nano-scale
  • Research and develop theoretical models for the analysis of temperature-dependent
    micro/nanomechanical behavior of materials and heterogeneous structures at elevated temperatures.
    As needed, refine these models based on data from AFM and nanoindentation experiments.
  • Publish results in peer reviewed scientific journals and present results at scientific conferences.
NIST Sponsor
Gheorghe Stan
Group
Nanomechanical Properties Group
Salary / Hourly Rate {Min}
$80,000.00
Schedule of Appointment
Full time
Start Date
Sponsor email
gheorghe.stan@nist.gov
Work Location
Onsite NIST
Salary / Hourly rate {Max}
$90,000.00
Total Hours per week
40
End Date
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