[labnetwork] JHU/APL microfabrication chief position

[Papadakis, Stergios J.]

Dear Microfabrication network,

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, a University-Affiliated Research Center located between Baltimore, MD, and Washington D.C., is searching for a manager for our microfabrication facility.  The manager will be responsible for operation and maintenance of the facility, and strategic planning for future growth.  The full description is below, and the link is here:
https://www.jhuapl.edu/Careers/Opportunities

Sincerely,
Stergios Papadakis


Stergios J. Papadakis, Ph.D.

Senior Scientist
Chief Scientist - Experimental & Computational Physics Group
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Mail Stop 21-N109
11100 Johns Hopkins Rd.
Laurel, MD  20723

Phone (443) 778 1905
email:  stergios.papadakis at jhuapl.edu<mailto:stergios.papadakis at jhuapl.edu>



Job Description
Nano/Microfabrication Facility Chief-18892
Position Description


The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a national leader in scientific research and development.  APL is actively seeking a Nano/Microfabrication Facility Chief. This new role will support our micro and nano-fabrication capabilities, across the Research and Exploratory Development Department (REDD), in order to meet the rapidly evolving microelectronic and microelectromechanical systems needs. APL’s micro- and nano-fabrication facilities span over 12,000 square feet of class 100,000 to 1,000 cleanroom space, as well as distributed facilities supporting SEM / FIB, MBE, MOCVD, plasma coatings, CNT and other advanced atomic scale fabrication techniques.  We provide fabrication of devices, circuits and material synthesis that have applications across Engineering, Biosciences, Material Science, and Physics (electromagnetic manipulation, quantum sensing and optics).  Whether it is for general MEMS, flexible electronics, metamaterials, thermoelectrics, microfluidics or silicon photonics and optics, these capabilities span virtually every research and application area across the laboratory.  Key current and future capabilities include photolithography, thermal evaporation of metals, sputtering of various materials, thick-film processing, ceramics, and packaging capabilities, Deep Reactive Ion Etching, plating, plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition and high precision e-beam writing for IR metamaterials and photonics. The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is located midway between Baltimore and Washington, DC.



Job Summary:



The Research and Exploratory Development Department is seeking a highly skilled and motivated director of our micro- and nano-fabrication facilities to help oversee and provide technical leadership of these strategic emerging capabilities. This position will play a key role in helping to develop, support, and expand the micro- and nanoscale processing capabilities of the enterprise, supporting tens of millions of dollars of research and translational development activities each year.  The successful candidate will have direct operational responsibility for a multimillion dollar facility, dictating the operation of an open facility to include SOPs, safety, training and recurring maintenance.  The Chief will also be instrumental in developing an integrated multi-year strategy and will guide future strategic investment.   The Chief will lead APL to be a state-of-the-art and multidisciplinary facility; educate, train and produce a highly skilled workforce in the nanofabrication area; foster cross-disciplinary collaborations and ensure excellent facility-user experiences

Duties:

1.Serve as the director for the microfabrication laboratories. Responsible for administrative matters related to the planning, organization, operations and management of the microfabrication laboratories. Establish standard protocols, practices, procedures, and techniques for effective and safe operation of the laboratory.  Responsible for planning the use of laboratory space to best fit the needs of primary users.   Undertake quality assurance measures and train users in lab safety practices.  Monitor and enforce lab access granted to users. Research and implement best practices, capabilities, and effectiveness of operational elements in similar or related laboratories. Develop and maintain effective working relationships across the Department, Laboratory and with external sponsors. (50%)

2.Develop and execute a comprehensive microfabrication strategic plan that enables the emerging research needs, while supporting engineering development. Support new business activities and research goals by ensuring alignment and evolution of capabilities with existing and planned work. Develop and execute the multi-year investment plan for both capital and indirect expenditures necessary to sustain a state-of-the-art facility. Manage the laboratory inventory, including placing and monitoring orders and receipts for equipment and supplies. Track and manage laboratory expenditures. (20%)

3.Develop and implement strategic relationships with external fabrication organizations as required to support exceptional capabilities needed outside organic APL facilities. (10%)

4.Supervise, lead and mentor assigned core facility staff. Recruit and develop staff with superior technical capabilities. Define expectations, coach performance, and provide professional development. Identify and develop key talent for future leadership roles. (10%)

5.Provide technical leadership.  Establish and promote a climate conducive to intellectual curiosity, creativity, innovation, collaboration, growth, productivity, respect for others, and unquestionable integrity. (10%)

Note: This job summary and listing of duties is for the purpose of describing the position and its essential functions at time of hire and may change over time.

Qualifications
:

Required Qualifications:
•PHD in a scientific or engineering field
•At least 10 years of experience in cleanroom technology, process development and device fabrication. Five years or more of industry experience with micro and nanofabrication equipment and processes.
•Experience in a multi-user fabrication facility.
•Experience with process development, characterization, and documentation.
•Experience with processing equipment support and maintenance.
•Superlative communication (verbal and written) and personnel skills related to supervising professional researchers, engineers, and technicians as well as interfacing directly with external customers, and senior management.
•Ability to clearly summarize and report complex plans and technical decisions to management and faculty.  Ability to develop and implement a multi-year strategic plan.
•Thorough understanding of clean room technology and microfabrication processing including thin film deposition, optical and electron beam lithography, reactive ion etching and inductively coupled plasma etching, rapid thermal annealing, LPCVD film growth, scanning electron microscopy and a number of common metrology techniques such as spectrophotometry and ellipsometry.
•Clear understanding of cleanroom safety requirements, including industry-accepted safety standards, handling and storage of toxic gases and dangerous chemicals, high voltage/current systems, high temperature systems, etc.
•Ability to develop budget projections and manage annual budgets
•Good organizational skills to plan for and hire the appropriate engineer for each process area.



Desired Qualifications:
•Previous facility management experience.



Special Working Conditions: None



Security:  Applicant selected will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.



Benefits:  APL offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, significant educational assistance, a scholarship tuition program for staff with dependents, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. For more information about our organization, please visit our web site at www.jhuapl.edu<http://www.jhuapl.edu/>.



Equal Employment Opportunity: Johns Hopkins University/Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments Acts of 1972, as well as other applicable laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Primary Location
 *United States-*Maryland-*Laurel
Schedule
 Full-time





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