Yoon Research Group focuses on experiments in the labs and in-person interactions.
We invite applicants who understand the nature of experimental research projects.
1. Postdoctoral Associate (no opening at this time)
Dr. Yoon may consider exceptional postdoctoral researchers with a solid research background in one or more following areas:
- Radiovoltaics
- Nanofabrication of optoelectronic devices
- Nanoscale measurements (e.g., electron microscopy, optoelectronics/surface characterizations)
Applications of our research projects include energy-harvesting devices and integrated wearables (e.g., flexible sensors and wireless communications). Candidates are expected to initiate grant proposals, potentially even before starting the position, to support continued funding.
2. PhD Students
We are always seeking talented PhD applicants to join our team. Successful candidates hold an MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field. Idea candidates must be team players with a strong commitment to research projects. Experience or good knowledge in the following area is a plus.
- Nanofabrication.
- Scanning Electron Microscopy.
- Programming (e.g., MATLAB, LabView, Python/C, SolidWorks, COMSOL, Lumerical, etc.)
Full financial support is available for qualified students.
If you are interested in joining my group, please APPLY through the official application system FIRST.
Once your application is successfully submitted, email me with (1) your resume and (2) a brief description of why you want to join my group.
Generic email inquiries will not be answered.
All graduate applications should be submitted here. For more information, please see https://www.ece.utah.edu/grad-admissions/.
3. MS (or MS/BS) Students
Research projects are available for EE/CE students (including MSE, ME, other engineering disciplines, and physics) under “Project-Option (6 credit hours)” or “Thesis-Option (10 credit hours)“.
In general, students begin the position as a volunteer (i.e., self-funded). For outstanding domestic students, financial support may become available after a trial period.
Good knowledge of semiconductor materials and devices is required.
Familiarity with nanofabrication, electron microscopy, and/or software (e.g., MATLAB, LabView, Python/C, SolidWorks, COMSOL, Lumerical, etc.) is a plus.
If you are interested in my group after at least one semester, please email me with (1) an unofficial transcript, (2) a resume, and (3) a brief statement describing why you want to join my group. Generic email inquiries will not be answered.
For more information, please see https://www.ece.utah.edu/graduate-programs-in-ece/ms-degree/
4. Undergraduate Students
We welcome highly motivated undergrad students. Students work with us as a volunteer, research credit (e.g., ECE 3970), or through Senior Projects. For some students, financial support may be available via UROP, REU, and/or other scholarships or fellowships.
- Freshman/sophomore year: meet faculty, volunteer research work (e.g., approximately 5-10 hours a week)
- Junior year: Take ECE 3970 research credit (1 to 2 credits/semester), Senior Project (3 credits) and/or financial support via UROP
- Senior year: Senior Project (3~4 credits) and/or financial support via UROP or fellowships
Familiarity with software tools (e.g., MATLAB, LabView, Python/C, SolidWorks, COMSOL, Lumerical, etc.) is a plus.
If you are interested in my group, please email me with (1) unofficial transcript, (2) your resume and (2) a brief description of your research interest.
Contact
PI: Prof. Heayoung Yoon (heayoung.yoon@utah.edu)
Office: 2132 Merrill Engineering Building