Student Assistant (Device Modeling & Characterization)

Responsibilities

• Support development of compact models for VCSEL and photodiode devices
• Design and execute electrical and optical characterization tests
• Collect and analyze device performance data to validate model parameters
• Assist in correlating physical device parameters with electrical/optical behavior
• Document test procedures, measurement setups, and results
• Create data visualizations and performance reports
• Support parameter extraction from measurements for compact models

Requirements

• Ongoing Bachelor's or Master's degree in physics, electrical engineering, optoelectronics or a comparable technical course of study
• Basic understanding of laser diode physics and semiconductor devices
• Familiarity with electrical characterization methods
• Data analysis and plotting skills using Excel, MATLAB, Python, or similar
• Very good written and spoken English skills
• Availability for 8 - 16 hours per week for 6 months

About the Company

At WD, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible. We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike.