Professional Profile for Iftikhar Ul-hasan
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- Iftikhar Ul-hasan
Basics
- Name:
- Iftikhar Ul-hasan
- Location:
- Canada
- Area of Interest:
- Engineering and Applied Sciences
- (School) Network:
- GLOBALFOUNDRIES
- HigherEdSpace Profile:
- http://www.higheredmag.org/profile/56121222
About Me (Summary)
• Combines excellent technical, analytical, and engineering qualifications with outstanding effective teaching and academic relationships skills.
• Fundamental knowledge and hands-on experience of most aspects of Nanotechnology.
• Over 9 years experience of research and development in multi-billion dollar most advanced industrial and pioneering world-class academic nanotechnology and semiconductor processing complexes.
• Direct liaison with stakeholders within IBM alliances and Albany Nanotech for 22nm Technology development.
• More than 6 years successful undergraduate/graduate teaching, tutoring, grading and course contents/lecture notes development experience.
• More than 4 years laboratory establishment, instruction, operation, management, administration and procurement experience.
• Over 10 years extensive practical experience and in-depth knowledge of cutting edge spectroscopic, microscopic, topographic, compositional, morphological and cross-sectional characterization tools including electrical and other lab testing equipments with advanced analytical capabilities.
• Demonstrated experience with Class 1 capable cleanrooms equipped with advanced materials characterization tools and 300 mm wafer processing tools.
• Worked on various projects funded and supported by New York State, United States Air Force, Raytheon (Defense/military systems company), and nanotechnology related companies.
• Presented and published nanotechnology related work at international conferences and symposiums.
• Experience with research proposal preparation and scope of work definition. Experience with full life cycle of the research project.
• Proven ability in delivering pioneering concepts and to complete multiple projects within deadlines.
• Communicated effectively with vendors, clients, procurement team, global multi-site teams, management, staff, and with other groups for building excellent rapport and working relationship to plan and execute projects and implement high tech solutions on schedule.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize problems with complex processes or characterization tools.
• More than 5 years of experience in installing, troubleshooting and repairing hardware (tools, equipments and computers), networking, software and peripherals, plus training of end users.
• Consultative approach to resolving issues. Very patient. Strong communication and liaison skills.
• Certified and trained in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Protocols, Site-Specific Safety Training, Confidential Information Management (CIM), Cleanrooms Protocols, Worldwide Standards of Business Conduct, and First Aid & CPR.
• Fundamental knowledge and hands-on experience of most aspects of Nanotechnology.
• Over 9 years experience of research and development in multi-billion dollar most advanced industrial and pioneering world-class academic nanotechnology and semiconductor processing complexes.
• Direct liaison with stakeholders within IBM alliances and Albany Nanotech for 22nm Technology development.
• More than 6 years successful undergraduate/graduate teaching, tutoring, grading and course contents/lecture notes development experience.
• More than 4 years laboratory establishment, instruction, operation, management, administration and procurement experience.
• Over 10 years extensive practical experience and in-depth knowledge of cutting edge spectroscopic, microscopic, topographic, compositional, morphological and cross-sectional characterization tools including electrical and other lab testing equipments with advanced analytical capabilities.
• Demonstrated experience with Class 1 capable cleanrooms equipped with advanced materials characterization tools and 300 mm wafer processing tools.
• Worked on various projects funded and supported by New York State, United States Air Force, Raytheon (Defense/military systems company), and nanotechnology related companies.
• Presented and published nanotechnology related work at international conferences and symposiums.
• Experience with research proposal preparation and scope of work definition. Experience with full life cycle of the research project.
• Proven ability in delivering pioneering concepts and to complete multiple projects within deadlines.
• Communicated effectively with vendors, clients, procurement team, global multi-site teams, management, staff, and with other groups for building excellent rapport and working relationship to plan and execute projects and implement high tech solutions on schedule.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize problems with complex processes or characterization tools.
• More than 5 years of experience in installing, troubleshooting and repairing hardware (tools, equipments and computers), networking, software and peripherals, plus training of end users.
• Consultative approach to resolving issues. Very patient. Strong communication and liaison skills.
• Certified and trained in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Protocols, Site-Specific Safety Training, Confidential Information Management (CIM), Cleanrooms Protocols, Worldwide Standards of Business Conduct, and First Aid & CPR.
Experience
- Lecturer in Physics and Lab Administrator
- GOVT. T.I. POST GRADUATE COLLEGE
- 1997 - 2001
- TEACHING (M.SC. PHYSICS COURSES)
o Electricity & Magnetism Theory
o Electronics-Part I
o Quantum mechanics-Part I
o Nuclear Physics-Part I
• Teaching, grading and proctoring of examinations.
• Utilized effectively fitting creative teaching techniques, mental resources and student’s assessment tools to enhance their learning, efficiency and productivity.
• Boosted students moral, identified enhanced learning through new exercises, enlightened and found career opportunities for students. Moreover, developed awareness of current related innovations and future application.
LABORATORY (GRADUATE AND UNDERGRADUATE)
O Modern Physics
O Electronics
• Primarily responsible for the supervision, operations, organization and administration of the laboratories.
• Updated and improved regularly laboratory courses contents, instructions, manuals, equipments and related peripherals.
• Ensured students are able to exhibit effectively both the use of equipment and the experimental techniques.
• Tracked and maintained Inventory. Provided technical support. Involved in purchasing of new laboratory equipment and recommended for the replacement of outdated laboratory equipments.
• Provided support for specialized hardware and software systems used in laboratories and in computer room. Built LAN connecting workstations.
• Replaced defective NIC cards, modems, peripherals on computers and laptops.
• Software Applications: Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Internet Explorer.
• Installed and repaired wiring, fixtures, and equipment for all electrical tools and computer systems following blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Saved money through repairing equipments, computers, printers and copiers, replacing drives and other parts versus outsourcing for expensive repairs.
- Graduate Teaching Assistant
- SUNY at Albany
- 2004 - 2006
- • Management, demonstration and instruction of undergrad physics laboratory sections.
• Tutoring, proctoring and grading for undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Development and advisement on instructional aids and quizzes.
• Utilized fitting creative teaching techniques and mental resources including student assessment tools to develop learning skills and enhance level of skills to improve student’s efficiency and related aptitude.
• Upgraded computers and trained end users on new software changes and additions.
• Troubleshot MS applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) related issues and resolved functionality problems.
• Installation and configuration of network devices.
• Developed, assisted, edited, maintained, and updated documentation for training manuals and specification drawings, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
• Utilized sophisticated diagnostic tools, service aids, product schematics, and all other available product information in the assessment and resolution of called-in equipment failures or issues.
- Graduate Research Project Assistant
- SUNY at Albany
- 2006 - 2010
- Excellent work experience on various projects funded/supported by New York State, US Air Force, Raytheon (Defense/military systems company), and many other nanotechnology related companies.
• Performed in-depth macro/micro/nano microscopic, topographic, spectroscopic, compositional, morphological, cross-sectional, electrical characterization and analysis by using SEM, EDS, ESEM, XPS, AFM, FIB, ILT techniques for following applications (to reduce defectivity and to meet technology targets & specifications).
o Nano/micro scale planarization & polishing of conducting & dielectric materials and thin films.
o Fabrication of multilevel nano/micro scale interconnects, devices, and 3D-chips.
o Nanowires and Nanotubes.
o Formulation and development of nanoparticle based colloidal slurries.
o Memristor Device Fabrication and Processing Development.
o Investigation of fundamental aspects and interactive effects of nanoparticles and chemical additives (oxidizer, inhibitor, complexing agent, surfactants, pH adjusters etc.) of slurries.
o Slurry characterization including nanoparticle-sizing, colloid dispersion stability and pot-life.
Doctoral Dissertation (Sep 2004-May 2010)
• Quantitatively investigated (through EDS, XPS, SEM, and AFM) nanoabrasives transport in the harsh mechanical & chemical environment of CMP process - specifically, retention, agglomeration and removal mechanisms in rotary micro-porous and macro-textures polyurethane CMP pad materials.
o Investigated in terms of nanoabrasive composition, slurry chemistries, interactive effects of conditioner disk parameters, pad life, and exposed/unexposed pad surfaces to Cu wafers.
• Developed models for nanoabrasive retention and removal mechanisms.
• Performed Monte Carlo simulations for quantitative and spatial resolution local EDS analysis of different compositions and sizes of nanoparticles on micro-porous polymeric matrices on pad surfaces.
- Semiconductor and Nanotechnology R & D
- GLOBALFOUNDRIES
- 2010 - 2012
- Principal Engineer
Led a team of 20 engineers through full development life cycle for 22 nm technology projects for IBM alliances. Alliances are comprised of IBM, AMD, Samsung, Toshiba, STMicroelectronics, GLOBALFOUNDRIES, Freescale, Infineon, and Renesas.
• Led the development of multi-level integrated circuits on 300mm wafers within IBM Alliances.
• Liaison with high-tech tools and materials vendors for 22nm technology development including Applied Materials, Tokyo Electronics, 3M, Ebara, Cabot Microelectronics, Rohm & Haas, and many others.
• Utilized fleet of cutting edge microscopy (electron, optical, and atomic force), X-ray spectrometry, scatterometry, and electrical techniques for analyses of pre/post processed advanced materials, thin film stacks, consumables, and nano/micro patterned structures, devices & conduction lines.
• Designed and documented the system specifications. Developed detailed sub-system specifications including electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, materials, compositional and product yield.
• Utilized effectively numerous data mining software, trend charts, process control checks, WIP tracking, and paperless Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
• Collaborated with characterization, process, and integration groups both in the R&D alliances and manufacturing fabs to plan and execute projects and implement solutions on schedule.
• Coordinated the site development and installation and commissioning of the lab and manufacturing equipment. Liaison with procurement team.
• Participated in design, manufacturing, integration and process review meetings and provided feedback.
• Vendor qualifications and approvals. Engaged with tool suppliers to communicate new requirements and evaluate new equipment solutions.
Education
- University of the Punjab - Lahore
- Pakistan
Master, Physical Sciences
1993 - 1996
- SUNY at Albany
- United States [ New York ]
Master, Physical Sciences
2001 - 2002
- College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering
- United States [ New York ]
Doctorate, Engineering and Applied Sciences
2004 - 2010
Honors and Awards
Research Project Assistantship (Sep 2006- Oct 2010)
CNSE, State University of New York, Albany
Teaching Assistantship (Sep 2004-Aug 2006)
Department of Physics, State University of New York, Albany
Science & Technology Merit Scholarship (Sep 2001-May 2005)
Ministry of Science and Technology, Pakistan
Prestigious scholarship- competition held nationwide (Pakistan) in the field of Physics.
Certificate of Merit (June 1996)
Government College University Lahore, Pakistan
Others (Selected in two top professional federal and provincial competitions in Pakistan)
o Provincial Public Service Commission- higher education faculty in Physics. (Aug 1997)
o Country’s major science and technology organization. (Oct 1997)
CNSE, State University of New York, Albany
Teaching Assistantship (Sep 2004-Aug 2006)
Department of Physics, State University of New York, Albany
Science & Technology Merit Scholarship (Sep 2001-May 2005)
Ministry of Science and Technology, Pakistan
Prestigious scholarship- competition held nationwide (Pakistan) in the field of Physics.
Certificate of Merit (June 1996)
Government College University Lahore, Pakistan
Others (Selected in two top professional federal and provincial competitions in Pakistan)
o Provincial Public Service Commission- higher education faculty in Physics. (Aug 1997)
o Country’s major science and technology organization. (Oct 1997)
Additional Information
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION AND ANALYTICAL SKILLS:
• ESEM, SEM, FIB and X-SEM, EDS, XPS, AFM, Profilometry, Spectroscopic Reflectometery, 4-Points Probes, Dynamitron Accelerator, Rutherford Backscattering & ion implantation, Fast Neutron Spectroscopy, TOPCON-SP1, LEICA Microscope, Electrical Probe, X-rays Spectroscopy, Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy, KLA-Tencor F5 film measurement tool. Moreover course work on TEM, SEM, XRD.
MATERIALS PROCESSING SKILLS:
• Chemical Mechanical Planarization & Polishing, Etching, Deposition, Coating, Wire Bonding, and Plating. Moreover training and course work on Lithography and Semiconductor Processing.
SOFTWARE SKILLS:
• MS Office suite and Lotus Notes.
• Data Analysis software: Origin, JMP, Scion Images, Baldy, WSPC, Exceed on Demand, Nanoscope III, CASINO (Monte Carlo simulations), and CITZAF.
• MEMS software: L-Edit TM Layout Editor, IntelliSuite’s 3D Interactive Builder, ANSYS Modeling.
• Semiconductor Processing and endpoint software: ISRM (in-situ removal monitoring), RTPC (real time process control), WL (White light), and Reflexion LK processing simulators.
• Automation and integrated manufacturing SiView (MM and SM Clients) execution systems.
• ESEM, SEM, FIB and X-SEM, EDS, XPS, AFM, Profilometry, Spectroscopic Reflectometery, 4-Points Probes, Dynamitron Accelerator, Rutherford Backscattering & ion implantation, Fast Neutron Spectroscopy, TOPCON-SP1, LEICA Microscope, Electrical Probe, X-rays Spectroscopy, Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy, KLA-Tencor F5 film measurement tool. Moreover course work on TEM, SEM, XRD.
MATERIALS PROCESSING SKILLS:
• Chemical Mechanical Planarization & Polishing, Etching, Deposition, Coating, Wire Bonding, and Plating. Moreover training and course work on Lithography and Semiconductor Processing.
SOFTWARE SKILLS:
• MS Office suite and Lotus Notes.
• Data Analysis software: Origin, JMP, Scion Images, Baldy, WSPC, Exceed on Demand, Nanoscope III, CASINO (Monte Carlo simulations), and CITZAF.
• MEMS software: L-Edit TM Layout Editor, IntelliSuite’s 3D Interactive Builder, ANSYS Modeling.
• Semiconductor Processing and endpoint software: ISRM (in-situ removal monitoring), RTPC (real time process control), WL (White light), and Reflexion LK processing simulators.
• Automation and integrated manufacturing SiView (MM and SM Clients) execution systems.
