POSITION OVERVIEW

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for a Junior Specialist (3330) is $55,000 at Step 1 and $58,600 at Step 2.
A reasonable estimate for a Junior Specialist NEX is $26.35 at Step 1 and $28.07 at Step 2.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering at the University of California, Davis invites applications from qualified candidates for a Junior Specialist position in the Millimeter Wave Plasma Diagnostics Group.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Millimeter-Wave Plasma Diagnostics Group at UC Davis, led by Professor Neville Luhmann, Jr., is seeking a qualified candidate to join its research efforts. The group specializes in developing advanced millimeter-wave diagnostic instruments and techniques for magnetic fusion devices, leveraging these tools to produce significant physics insights. A key mission of the group is training the next generation of plasma physicists and engineers. UC Davis offers exceptional resources for this work, including one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of microwave, millimeter-wave, and submillimeter-wave equipment. The university has also been recognized as a Center of Excellence in high-power microwave and millimeter-wave sources. In addition to its state-of-the-art facilities, the group benefits from strong collaborations with leading fusion researchers and millimeter-wave technology experts worldwide.
The Junior Specialist position is a specialized role that provides technical and research expertise in support of ongoing projects, with a focus on instrumentation, equipment, and research methodologies. The specialist will play an active role in publishable research activities, including data analysis, literature review, and discussions on research outcomes and their implications. Additionally, the position involves engagement with the broader academic and scientific community through participation in professional societies, conferences, and collaborations. The specialist may also contribute to the peer-review process by evaluating research proposals, journal manuscripts, and publications relevant to their field.

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, engineering or related Disciplines with in-depth experience in millimeter wave IC circuit design and measurement.
• Experience in microwave circuit design and measurements
• Good communication skills

Preferred qualifications (other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position)

• Proven track record of millimeter wave system-on-chip integrated circuit design in either silicon CMOS of GaAs.
• Experience with microwave simulation software (i.e., ADS, CST, HFSS).
• Experience with participation and dissemination of scientific results in international conferences and workshops
• Good understanding of microwave device physics and circuits

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements
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Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
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Cover Letter (Optional)
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Statement of Research (Optional)
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Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.

REFERENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 3-5 required (contact information only)
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  Help contact: pamsingh@ucdavis.edu

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI), the Junior Specialist will play an important role in supporting publishable research activities, with a primary focus on the System-on-Chip (SoC) millimeter-wave integrated circuit (MMIC) design, tape-out, characterization, and packaging for millimeter-wave diagnostics on fusion facilities.

• Design, tape-out, and characterization Gallium Nitride transceiver chips for millimeter-wave diagnostics in fusion harsh environment
• Perform laboratory probe station tests of the exist transmitter and receiver chips (CMOS, GaAs, GaN, and more), address performance including conversion gain, noise figure, operation frequency range, saturate power level.
• Develop the waveguide-based receiver module and perform detailed millimeter-wave characterizations.
• Design, develop, and characterize 64-channel back-end radiometer electronics
• Design and develop the API for millimeter-wave diagnostics remote control.
• Assist the PI with preparation of grant proposals.