Apply Now ASSOCIATE STAFF ENGINEER Job ID JR101937 Date posted 07/30/2025

The mission of the Instrumentation Department is to develop state-of-the-art instrumentation required for experimental research programs at Brookhaven Lab and to maintain the expertise and facilities in specialized high technology areas essential for this work. Development of facilities is motivated by present Brookhaven research programs and anticipated future directions of research. Our work has a significant impact on programs throughout the world that rely on state-of-the-art radiation detectors and readout electronics. The Instrumentation Department (IO) seeks an individual for a graduate student researcher position in Cryogenic Characterization of Integrated Circuits to conduct R&D work in design and characterization of extreme temperature range devices. This work feeds into ongoing projects related to instrumentation and infrastructure for quantum computing. We invite eligible applicants for this position with the possibility to extend as needed by the project. This position is an on-site position, no remote employment possible. The ideal candidate will be required to put in assembly of the test setup and practice design of a portion of hardware proving implementation of cryogenic RF and data conversion circuits. Essential duties and responsibilities: - Operate and perform test of RF and data conversion integrated circuits using a closed-loop helium cryo-cooler - Develop and maintain an automated characterization testbed for RF and data conversion circuits at deep cryogenic conditions - Work with the broader Instrumentation Department personnel on testing and characterization of devices and circuit components - Contribute to design of ASIC within the scope of cryogenic operation Required knowledge, skills, and abilities: Requires a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or closely related field of study. - Knowledge of ASIC design process and flows - Familiarity with PDKs and CAD/EDA tools for ASIC design - Familiarity with measurement automation using but not limited to Python, MATLAB, VISA, and GPIB/LXI/PXI protocols Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities: - A graduate degree an electrical engineering or closely related field of study - Research interest in mixed-signal CMOS circuit design for extreme temperatures - Ability to advise other team members on design strategies and techniques for extreme temperature operation Other Information - This is a Part-Time position for one month Brookhaven employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Brookhaven Science Associates is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab. We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class. BSA takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance the employment of minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor Apply Now