THE NIP COMPLEX

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Job opening: Teaching Position at UP Visayas, Division of Physical Sciences and Mathematics, College of Arts and Sciences

The Division of Physical Sciences and Mathematics, College of Arts and Sciences, Miag-ao, Iloilo is in need of two (2) ful-time Physics faculty effective 1st semester, AY 2012-2013 with the following minimum qualifications:

• Graduate of B.S. in Physics, B.S. in Applied Physics or related fields
• Willing to work in UPV Miag-ao, Iloilo campus
• Preferably with Master of Science in Physics or related fields

Interested applicants are advised to submit the following requirements:

• Application letter
• Resume/curriculum vitae
• Official transcript of record (photocopy)

To:

Prof. Lindley Kent M. Faina
Chairman
Division of Physical Sciences and Mathematics
College of Arts and Sciences
UP Visayas, Miag-ao, Iloilo
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Call for Nominations to the National Institute of Phvsics (NIP) Directorship

The Search Committee for the Directorship of the National Institute of Physics (NIP) shall receive nominations from 8:00am of 13 April 2012 to 5:00pm of 27 April 2012. Please submit the following documents (both printed copies with original signatures as appropriate, and soft copies in USB drive):

1. Nominator(s)'s signed nomination letter containing the justification for the nomination (please include current contact details of the (first) nominator);

2. Nominee's summarized Curriculum vitae (at most three (3) pages)

3. Nominee's signed letter of acceptance of the nomination, stating willingness to serve as Director; and,

4. Nominee‘s plans for the Institute in broad terms, including his/her flagship programs AND ideas for a smooth transition.

All letters/nominations shall be addressed to:

The Search Committee for the Directorship of the National Institute of Physics(NIP)
c/o Chancellor Caesar A. Saloma, Office of the Chancellor
2F, South Wing, Quezon Hall, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Diliman, Quezon City

Who may nominate

Personnel of the institute, its students and alumni, others from outside the institute, interested candidates.

Who may be nominated

The nominee must possess the following minimum qualifications:

1. A PhD (or the equivalent degree) in pure or applied physics
2. Several research publications in pure or applied physics
3. Some administrative experience

 Schedule of activities

• Call for Nominations: Friday, 13 April 2012
  
• Deadline for Submission of Nominations: Friday, 27 April 2012
  
• Public Forum: Presentation of Accomplishment of incumbent director AND Presentation of Vision and Plans of Nominees: (VENUE: NIP Auditorium) Monday, 7 May, 2012
• Interview of Nominees by the Search Committee AND other stakeholders: (VENUE: NIP Conference Rm) Monday, 7  2012
• Submission of Report and Recommendation to President Alfredo E. Pascual: Tuesday, 15 May 2012

Job Opportunity at Sun Power

Job Title: R&D Staff Device Engineer
Reports to : Department Manager, Device Engineering

SunPower is the premier photovoltaic company head quartered in the Silicon Valley. SunPower is the Standard for Solar. We manufacture the world’s best Si olar Cells in our two fabs located in the Philippines. We are looking for highly motivated engineering talents in the Philippines to join our research and development organization. As a member of this team, one has the opportunity to work with our R&D team located in the US on cutting edge next generation solar cell technologies. The goal is to achieve world record breaking performance at unbeatable cost.

Job purpose:

The R&D Device Engineer is responsible for analyzing the solar cell performance data
and the solar cell micro-structure to identify areas for improvement in cell efficiency,
yield and reliability.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

1. Analyzes cell performance data. Studies the micro-structure of solar cells.
2. Identifies areas for cell efficiency, yield and reliability improvement.
3. Designs and executes experiments to identify mechanisms that drive cell performance, yield and reliability.
4. Develops and executes technology development roadmaps and projects to improve solar cell performance, yield and reliability.
5. Collaborates with our R&D team located in the Silicon Valley, our process engineering team, and our manufacturing engineering team to drive cell performance improvement and cost reduction projects.
   

Job Requirements:

1. A bachelor’s degree in the field of physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, materials science or applied physics is required. An advanced degree and at least one year of experience is preferred.
2. Knowledge of semiconductor device physics.
3. Knowledge of semiconductor process technology.
4. Knowledge and experience with semiconductor device characterization and materials analysis techniques.
5. Experience in the application of statistical methods, design of experiment and statistical process control.
6. Interest in silicon solar cell science and technology.
7. Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook.
8. Good presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
9. Excellent people skills.
10. Strong-drive and committed to achieving project goals.
11. Wants to work with a world class team.

JÓB OPPORTUNITY

PHYSICS INSTRUCTOR

ST. SCHOLASTICA’S COLLEGE, MANILA

Instructions:
For additional information and to apply, please email application letter, current vita,  statement of teaching experience (if any) aspirations, and research interests; and scanned copies of undergraduate/ graduate transcripts to Dr. Vernie G. Sagun, Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call Prof. Salve Lindio­Dorado, Chair, Department of Natural Science. Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is ñlled.

Contact: Dr. Vernie G. Sagun, Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Prof. Salve Lindio-Dorado, Chair, Department of Natural Science

Phone: (632) 524-7686 local 230

Review start: Immediately
Applications close: until position is filled

Official schedule of thesis defense

The official schedule of thesis defense for the second semester of AY 2011-2012 may be downloaded here.