Director of the NanoFab, supports high-impact research and education by providing cutting-edge instrumentation and first-class technical expertise and training to its users.
Core Responsibilities:
1.Ensure optimal performance and reliability of core facility equipment through proactive maintenance planning.
2.Coordinate full-cycle procurement processes of major research equipment, including needs assessment, budget planning, vendor negotiations, acceptance testing, and asset lifecycle management.
3.Lead recruitment, technical training, and daily operations of facility staff, while managing user access systems such as equipment reservation and usage tracking, and implementing performance evaluation frameworks.
4.Establish training programs (checkout/certification) for self-users and maintain management systems for the NanoFab, including safety protocols, operational guidelines, and emergency response plans.
5.Develop and optimize standard operating protocols (SOPs) for clean-room/fabrication tool workflows, and supervise the development of training materials for open-access equipment.
6.Design innovative service packages with competitive pricing models, and prepare comprehensive operational reports covering utilization metrics, financial performance and research outcomes.
7.Execute strategic initiatives and special projects as directed by institutional leadership team.

1.PhD in electrical engineering, applied physics, materials science or related disciplines; senior-level candidates with core facility management experience preferred.
2.Minimum 3 years’ proven track record in managing clean-room/fabrication tools within academic or research institutions.
3.Advanced expertise in electron beam lithography (EBL) systems, photolithography mask aligner, direct-write maskless aligner, electron beam evaporators and wet bench operations with working knowledge of cutting-edge platforms such as deep-UV ASML stepper photolithography systems.
4.Hands-on technical proficiency coupled with passion for technological innovation in NanoFab.
5.Proven leadership abilities to mentor technical teams and foster interdisciplinary collaborations.
6.Strong service-orientation with exceptional communication skills and commitment to user-centered operations.
7.Demonstrated experience in managing government-funded procurement programs for scientific instrumentation and fixed asset inventory systems.
8.English proficiency. Overseas experiences are preferred.

Applicants please provide the following PDF materials (please use English)
1.CV
2.Other materials that can illustrate capabilities
Please send the above materials and the applicant's self-introduction to the specified mailbox