Quantum Valley Ideas Laboratories is a not-for-profit applied research institution focused on cutting-edge research and development of quantum technologies. Quantum Valley Ideas Laboratories is tackling the ambitious goal of accelerating quantum technologies from proof-of-concept to real-world applicable, commercialized solutions. We are searching for an applied physicist to fill a staff position.We are interested in hiring a candidate who wants to work on a scientific team and has a passion for application-driven R&D. Candidates must have a doctoral degree in electrical engineering, optics, physics or a closely related field, and an outstanding record of original published research. The successful applicant will work under a project lead and with other staff scientists and engineers. A desire to successfully work in a close team environment is required. We value inquisitiveness and creative problem solving above all.Preferred skills of particular interest include the following:· Wafer bonding, hermetic MEMS fabrication (vacuum cells, microfluidics)· Vapor cell fabrication and surface science· Photonic integrated circuits fabrication· Thin film deposition (including sputtering) and characterization· Wafer-scale device fabricationCandidates with multidisciplinary skills will be favorably considered.Applicants should provide a full CV (including publications) and a cover letter explaining their interest in the position as well as arrange to have three recommendation letters sent to Quantum Valley Ideas Laboratories. The application documents should be submitted in pdf format to . Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is closed. Quantum Valley Ideas Laboratories is located in the Kitchener-Waterloo area of Canada, in the heart of Canada’s ‘Silicon Valley’, near Toronto. The area has excellent schools, a vibrant community atmosphere, and outstanding local Universities. Quantum Valley Ideas Laboratories offers a competitive compensation and benefits package as well as an exciting, challenging and supportive work atmosphere.
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MEMs Fabrication