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Watt's Up College of Optical Sciences News for Thursday, July 20, 2006
Coming Up -- July 26, 2006 -- Special Presentation -- Noon -- Meinel 547 Ebinazar Namdas, Postdoctoral candidate at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, will present Efficient Solution Processed Dendrimer Materials for OLEDs. Nasser Peyghambarian is the host. Abstract: Dendrimers are macromolecules consisting of three components: a central core, dendrons and surface groups that are located at the distal ends of the dendrons. Dendrimers can incorporate the best features of small molecule materials, such as highly efficient phosphorescent emitting cores, while also being solution processible. Dendritic structures allow the control of inter-molecular interactions between phosphorescent emitters, thus, they give possibility to tune charge transporting properties independently from light emission. In this presentation I will discuss methods and recent advances in achieving very high efficiency OLEDs based on solution processed Iridium dendrimers. I will focus on the role of dendrons in controlling intermolecular interactions, and excellent device result from these materials. I will also discuss my recent results on organic thin film transistors (OTFTs) carried out at NTU, Singapore.
The Southern Arizona Section of the American Chemical Society Wants Your Abstracts Faculty and students, Dr.
Craig A. Aspinwall, Assistant Professor in UA's Department of Chemistry,
sends the following message to all non-ACS (American Chemical Society)
members at Optical Sciences. He particularly hopes graduate and
undergraduate students will participate in the upcoming regional
meeting. If you have questions, Dr. Aspinwall can be reached by
telephone at 621-6338.
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August 21, 2006 -- First Day of Classes
September 4, 2006 -- Labor Day -- University Holiday
Employment Opportunities at the College of Optical Sciences
more at http://www.optics.arizona.edu/Employment/osc.asp and http://www.optics.arizona.edu/employment/nationalopenings.htm
Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer. College of Optical Sciences. Job Number: 35488. Position Summary: The University of Arizona College of Optical Sciences seeks an innovative, creative engineer for the position of Mechanical Engineer. The selected candidate will be involved in performing opto-mechanical design and analysis on complex systems up to 4-m in diameter. Examples of systems include support cells for large mirrors, structures for test equipment, and special tooling for fabricating optical components. The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for design, analysis and integration of laboratory prototype systems. The selected candidate must have a background of professional level experience and knowledge in the areas of opto-mechanical design and analysis theory, machining tolerances, and machining practices. The selected candidate will interface with scientists and engineers at the College of Optical Sciences. Work is reviewed for adherence to broad top-level technical and scientific guidelines and requirements, and for conformance to project and University policy and procedures. Duties and Responsibilities: Performs Mechanical Engineering and Finite Element Analysis on opto-mechanical systems. Estimates budget for each project including cost of personnel and materials. Oversees and/or performs the fabrication of experimental equipment. Performs research relating to each specific project; writes documentation. Writes specifications for purchase of new equipment. Supervises, coordinates or monitors activities of engineers, drafters, technicians and others who assist in specific assignments. Requisitions components and supplies of engineering projects, interacting with vendors to obtain price and product information. Oversees the design or develops engineering drawings and specifications based on calculations; checks, interprets and revises engineering drawings. Collaborates with project managers and others in the development of project plans, proposals and schedules. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors in related Engineering field. Professional level experience and knowledge in the areas of opto-mechanical design and analysis theory, machining tolerances, and machining practices. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical and opto-mechanical engineering principles and procedures. Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical design applications. Demonstrated knowledge of equipment and systems appropriate to related discipline. Demonstrated proficiency in use of AutoCad and/or AutoDesk Inventor. Must be proficient in Solid Modeling and the construction of complex Assembly Models. Demonstrated proficiency in use of Finite Element Analysis software, preferably COSMOS/M. Demonstrated skill in applying engineering principles and procedures. Demonstrated skill in engineering design applications. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in writing and oral presentations. For detailed information, and for application procedures, visit this site: http://www.uacareertrack.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=183954 The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA Employer-M/W/D/V.
Master
Optician. College of Optical Sciences. Job
Number. 35540. Position Summary: With little
direction performs work of maximum degree of difficulty in supervising
and participating in the fabrication and testing of precision optical
components. The responsibility expected is that of a Master Optician.
Duties and Responsibilities: Performs significant role in the
development, coordination, execution and control of shop methods,
system, procedures, security and inventory of optics. Managers,
and scientific personnel on the fabrication of optical components and
furnishes time and cost estimates as required. Translates the
designs of optical components into finished items which meet optical
design specifications. Organizes and directs the activities of
supporting personnel, and provides them with job schedules and
instruction. Trains optical shop employees in optical fabrication
and test procedures including safety precautions. Conducts
precision optical tests on optical components, and uses software
analysis programs to interpret data for both qualitative and
quantitative analysis. Obtains and maintains comprehensive records
on test data in order to apply test results to optical fabrication
process to obtain final design figures and to provide data for final
reporting. Makes shop sketches or drawings of tooling and test
systems to permit their fabrication. Specifies and assembles
sophisticated tooling and test apparatus for the fabrication and test of
optical components appropriate to projects. Prescribes procedures
for the maintenance and overhaul of machine tools and supervises the
overhaul, repair or modification to optical shop tooling. Minimum
Qualifications: Ten years experience in polishing and testing
lenses, mirrors, flats and aspheres
Senior Optical Engineer. College of Optical Sciences. Job Number: 35640. Position Summary: The Senior Optical Engineer will develop optical measurement systems to support the fabrication of mirrors up to 4 m in diameter to demanding specifications. The Senior Optical Engineer will develop procedures for alignment and testing of complex optical systems. The core of this position is to support the manufacture of unique optics and optical systems. The test systems incorporate infrared and visible phase-shifting interferometers and null correctors. The Senior Optical Engineer must be experienced in optical testing, both classical and modern, and will work with faculty to develop optical test systems. An important aspect of the system design is ease of use, for the test systems will be used regularly by skilled technicians who are not optical engineers. The Senior Optical Engineer will have support from faculty, other engineers and programmers, but the Senior Optical Engineer must have facility with computers, electronic instrumentation, and opto-mechanical systems. Duties and Responsibilities: Develop complete optical systems for measurement of unique optics and optical systems. Perform tolerance analysis on precise optical system. Make precise measurements of surface accuracy and dimensions of optical system. Develop procedures for precise alignment of optical systems. Develop tools for processing and analyzing test data. Improve manufacturing efficiency by refining the measurement process and the feedback it provides to the fabrication process. Interface with technicians in the assembly, alignment, and use of optical systems. Develop test plans for new components and estimate costs and schedules. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Optical Sciences or a related field AND four years of optical engineering or related experience; OR Master's degree in Engineering, Optical Sciences or a related field AND two years of optical engineering or related experience. Demonstrated experience and skill building precise instruments with multiple optical elements. Demonstrated experience and skill with optical design software. Demonstrated experience building opto-mechanical hardware. Demonstrated proficiency with optical measurement and alignment tools such as interferometers and alignment telescopes. Demonstrated proficiency with mechanical measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers in precision applications. Facility with computers and ability to write software. For detailed information, and for application procedures, visit this site: http://www.uacareertrack.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=184192 The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA Employer-M/W/D/V.
Optician Specialist. College of Optical Sciences. Job Number: 35652. Position Summary: The Optician Specialist fabricates and tests precision optical instruments from engineering drawings and sketches, and performs complex optical testing operations. Duties and Responsibilities: Reviews optical specifications and blueprints to determine types of mounts, test lenses, tools and fixtures required and sequence of operations necessary for fabrication of optical components. Sets up and operates machines to lap glass, metal, plastics, ceramics, composites and crystals to proper curve, thickness and surface finish. Polishes optical components to prescribed specifications. Specifies and assembles sophisticated tooling and test equipment for the fabrication and testing of optical components appropriate to projects. Tests optical components to determine working characteristics and conformance to specifications using standard and modified optical test equipment and procedures such as knife edge, scatterplate, wire, Hartmann, Fizeau and null tests using computer controlled interferometers for the testing of aspherics. Interprets data for both qualitative and quantitative analysis. Makes crates and/or boxes and packs components to send to customers. Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of six years of experience in cutting and polishing lenses, mirrors, flats, prisms and aspherics; AND Demonstrated experience using interferometers to test optics. Demonstrated experience fabricating aspheric optics. Demonstrated experience assembling and aligning optical systems. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate. For detailed information, and for application procedures, visit this site: http://www.uacareertrack.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=184212 The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA Employer-M/W/D/V.
Employment Opportunities in Optics
more at http://www.optics.arizona.edu/employment/nationalopenings.htm
Computational Optical Physicist. n&k Technology. n&k Technology, a leading supplier of optical scatterometry and thin film metrology systems for the semiconductor industry, is seeking a Computational Physicist to work with a team of Application and Software Engineers. The successful candidate will participate in the development of new algorithms pertaining to the analysis of reflected spectra of polarized light diffracted from samples of thin films and gratings. The individual will be responsible for learning, evaluating, and modifying the existing analysis software. The position requires experience with data driven modeling and analysis concepts, including modern optimization techniques, nonlinear models, high dimensional data analysis, and inverse problems, as well as knowledge of Rigorous Coupled Wave Analysis. The candidate will have excellent programming skills, preferably in an object oriented language, with good knowledge of paralleled/distributed computing concepts and GUI design, and hands-on experience with Visual C++ and MFC. Requires Ph.D. in Computational Physics with emphasis on Optical Properties of Materials. Salary commensurate with experience, with benefits that include health/dental/vision, 401(k), generous personal time off, company holidays and stock options. Send resume and cover letter to: hr@nandk.com Visit our website at: www.nandk.com About n&k Technology, Inc. n&k Technology, of Santa Clara, California, manufactures advanced metrology tools for semiconductor, photomask, flat panel display, and data storage industries. The company's high resolution optical metrology systems are used for film thickness, n and k, phase shift, trench depth, CD and profile measurements. The core technology is based on DUV-Vis-NIR broadband spectrophotometry with patented reflective optics, in conjunction with the Forouhi-Bloomer dispersion equations and Rigorous Coupled Wave Analysis. n&k Technology’s equipment, ranging from table-top to fully automated, is field-proven, production-worthy, fast, accurate, and non-destructive, and will enable users to characterize virtually any combination of thin films, substrates, and structures. www.nandk.com
Field Application Engineer. KLA-Tencor. Boise, Idaho. Job code: 12496. Start: ASAP. Send resume to: Niki.Baccam@kla-Tencor.com Job descriptions: Provide application support to key customer to include working closely with the customer to develop Best Known Methods and related applications for new technology. Work closely with the factory to define customer requirements and needs for new technologies. An Application Engineer will assist the sales staff in assessing potential applications of company products to meet customer needs and preparing detailed product specifications. Travel to the K-T factory and other Micron sites worldwide will be required. Must have the ability to manage long term projects at multiple sites and must be able to manage, communicate, and interface effectively with the customer. This requisition is to support one or two of the following tool families: Brightfield (28xx, 23xx), SURFSCAN (SPx), E-beam inspection (eBI). Qualifications: BS or preferably MS in physics, chemical, electrical engineering, optical engineering or equivalent. Desired backgrounds include any of the following: project management experience, photo process experience, defect inspection review experience, optics experience, networking experience, Unix experience, Microsoft OS experience, factory automation experience, fab process experience, semiconductor design or manufacturing experience, customer management skills, solid communications and reporting skills. An ability to work on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in depth evaluation of various factors. Must be able to exercise judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criterion for obtaining results. Must be able to maintain working relationship with customers, customer support engineers, technical support and sales team. www.kla-tencor.com
Part-time Tech. Raytheon Engineering. Position Description: This position will be a part time position, approximately 20 hour per week. This is a contract position providing support to Engineering Resources & Communications group. Material Movement: Plans, arranges, and coordinates movement of materials, both internally and externally. Inventory control: Responsibilities include monitoring costs, compiling inventory lists, and tracking promotional items. Administrative Duties: Provide secondary support as required. Required skills and abilities: Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, intranet and internet, including proficiency with web search engines and other computer based applications. Strong organizational skills. Basic business math skills. Ability to meet deadlines and respond in a timely fashion to diverse requests. Ability to converse and interact with a variety of personnel across all levels of the organization. Ability to act with little direct supervision. Ability to assess situations and make independent assessments and judgments. Interested candidates send your resume to: jrhowell@raytheon.com
VP of Engineering. Breault Research Organization. In this position, you will: solicit, propose and secure consulting contracts with commercial and government organizations; lead engineering staff to performance objectives in a manner consistent with BRO's culture; forecast operating cost of department and prepare budget requests; manage projected revenues and operating expenses based upon approved budget; participate as a member of the management committee in the strategic short-term and long-term planning for the overall organization; achieve and maintain the engineering services contract pipeline; make frequent customer visits and phone calls; and maintain relationships with previous customers. Competitive candidates will have a Masters Degree in Physics, Optical Engineering, or an equivalent technical discipline; strong experience in the optics industry; experience in technical program management with a strong emphasis on customer interaction; supervisory experience in leading a technical staff; excellent interpersonal skills and ability to present and close technical sales with customers; and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Knowledge in the areas of FAR, Export Compliance, ITAR and ISO is desired. For more information: http://www.breault.com/corporate/careers.php
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