📢 We are hiring new PhD students!
(updated: 4/1/2026). See below for details.
The Yoon Research Group focuses on experimental research in the labs and through in-person collaborations. We invite applicants who have a strong understand the nature of experimental research projects.
1. Postdoctoral Associate (no current openings)
Dr. Yoon may consider exceptional postdoctoral researchers with a solid research background in one or more of the following areas:
- Radiovoltaics
- Nanofabrication of optoelectronic devices
- Nanoscale measurements (e.g., electron microscopy, optoelectronics, and surface characterizations)
Applications of our research include energy-harvesting devices and integrated wearables (e.g., flexible sensors and wireless communication systems).
Candidates are expected to develop and 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 should hold an MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field. Ideal candidates must be team players with a strong commitment to research projects. Experience or a strong background in the following areas 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, please 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 considered.
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 (no current openings)
Research projects are available for EE/CE students (including MSE, ME, other engineering disciplines, and physics students) under “Project-Option (6 credit hours)” or “Thesis-Option (10 credit hours)“.
In general, students begin in the position as a volunteer (i.e., self-funded). For outstanding domestic students, financial support may become available after a trial period.
A strong understanding 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 completing at least one semester at the University of Utah, please email me with (1) an unofficial transcript, (2) a resume, and (3) a brief statement explaining why you want to join my group. Generic email inquiries will not be considered.
For more information, please see https://www.ece.utah.edu/graduate-programs-in-ece/ms-degree/
4. Undergraduate Students
We welcome highly motivated undergraduate students. Students may work with us as a volunteer, for 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 years: meet faculty, participate in volunteer research (e.g., approximately 5-10 hours a week)
- Junior year: Take ECE 3200 (Spring), ECE 3970 research credit (1 to 2 credits/semester), Senior Project (4 credits) and/or financial support via UROP
- Senior year: Complete a Senior Project (4 credits) and/or receive 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) an unofficial transcript, (2) your resume and (2) a brief description of your research interests.
Contact
PI: Prof. Heayoung Yoon (heayoung.yoon@utah.edu)
Office: 2132 Merrill Engineering Building