The candidate is a highly motivated, creative, collaborative, and communicative physical scientist with expertise in thin films, process development and control, data analysis, device physics, public speaking, nanotechnology, solid-state physics, and visual communication.

They have experience in device fabrication and characterization, statistical process control, cryogenic and vacuum systems, experimental design and measurement, and software such as JMP, KLayout, LabView, Origin, AutoCad, Mathematica, Gwyddion, Office, and Adobe CS.

Their professional experience includes developing magnetic sensors for high-density storage media, engineering novel PVD processes, implementing plans for process monitoring and control, and collaborating cross-functionally.

They have also conducted post-doctoral research on critical behavior of amorphous and polycrystalline indium oxide films and served as a graduate research assistant.

The candidate has additional relevant experience in teaching, after-school science instruction, telephone fundraising, applications engineering, and research assisting.

They hold a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Physics with a minor in Studio Art, as well as certifications and membership affiliations.

The candidate has received awards and honors and has published and presented their work in various forums. Their excellent communication skills and technical expertise make them an asset to any team.