Open to Job
Seeking an R&D position in the semiconductor industry where I can apply my expertise in device structure design and performance optimization to drive innovation and enhance the efficiency of semiconductor devices. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and leverage my skills in research, analysis, and problem-solving to achieve technological advancements.
Education
- Purdue University (Aug. 2021 – May 2025)
Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, GPA: 3.9/4.0
- Northwestern University (Sept. 2019 – Jun. 2021)
M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, GPA: 4.0/4.0
- University of Electronic Science and Technology (Sept. 2015 – Jun. 2019)
B.S. in Electronic Information Science and Technology, GPA: 3.68/4.0
Research Projects
- Flexible Oxide-Oxide Vertically Aligned Nanocomposite (VAN) Memristor
Optimized device performance, improving set/reset voltage by 60%, and enhancing device-to-device variation.
- Metal-Oxide VAN Bilayer Memristor
Developed a bilayer memristor to enhance performance for spiking neural networks with 94% accuracy.
Technical Skills
- Programming: Python, Go
- Software: VS Code, MATLAB, COMSOL, OriginLab, nanoHUB
- Tools: XRD, TEM, AFM, Probe Station
Honors & Awards
- Bilsland Dissertation Fellowship (2023)
- Best Poster Award, IEEE Chicago (2020)
Publications
- Hu, Z., et al. ACS Nano (under review).
- Hu, Z., et al. ACS Applied Materials, 2024.