Junyoung Shin
Columbia,MO
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
University Of Missouri
Missouri City, MO
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Managed material synthesis and characterization in an Optics lab, overseeing advanced deposition techniques and growth systems to enhance carbon nanotube field emission. Achieved a six-fold increase in yield by optimizing annealing times, heat treatment, and catalyst thickness through iterative DOE experiments.
- Engineered customized block masks with 2-photon photolithography using a nanoscribe machine, significantly reducing costs compared to traditional lithography methods and accelerating fabrication processes.
- Optimized bandpass filter design using RCWA and FDTD methodologies to achieve precise optical properties, including less than 10% transmission and over 90% reflection at target wavelengths. Validated design accuracy with FTIR and used ellipsometry for accurate thin film thickness measurement, improving fabrication reliability.
- Led collaboration with cross-functional teams as an intermediary in materials science, computer science, and chemistry, facilitating regular updates and resolving challenges to enhance experiments.
- Managed multiple high-priority projects, mastering various computational tools and equipment quickly, and ensuring optimal operation by monitoring vacuum systems, calibration, ventilation, and gas flow.
- Analyzed large data sets from semiconductor experiments using Python, Excel, and JMP, and presented findings effectively in research proposals to secure funding for advanced semiconductor research.
- Published research in academic journals and conferences: 1. Time-series neural networks to predict electromagnetic wave propagation _Advanced Optics for Imaging Applications: UV through LWIR IX, 2. Field Emission Properties of Vertically Aligned Carbon Nanotube Cathodes of Varying Geometries_ IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science, 3. Machine Learning-Driven Prediction for Efficient CNT Cold CathodeGrowth Simulation_Materials research society
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Kyungpook National University
Daegu, South Korea
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Managed Laboratory Equipment Efficiently operated and maintained complex equipment including mask aligners, etching machines, and spin coaters, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime in a high-demand environment.
- Organizational Skills Demonstrated strong organizational abilities by efficiently handling a high volume of tasks and rapidly shifting priorities, developing and implementing effective plans to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Problem-Solving and Adaptability Leveraged problem-solving skills to quickly adapt to unexpected challenges, ensuring that lab operations continued smoothly and projects progressed as planned, while also continuously seeking improvements in processes and procedures.
Korean Student Ambassador
Kyungpook National University
Daegu, South Korea
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Event Planning and Execution Successfully led a global team to plan and execute promotional events for Korea, developing detailed timelines and strategies that resulted in a 50% increase in applicant numbers, showcasing strong project management and leadership skills.
- Social Media Strategy and Team Coordination Collaborated with a diverse team to design and implement effective social media strategies, managing over 250 participants and leading regular meetings to maintain cohesion and enhance team dynamics.
- Cross-Cultural Leadership and Data Analysis Instruction Demonstrated exceptional leadership and cultural sensitivity by coordinating with team members from various international backgrounds, using Python to teach basic data analysis to visiting students, ensuring smooth collaboration and successful event outcomes in a multicultural setting.
Education
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering And Computer Science
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Kyungpook National University
Daegu, South Korea08.2024
Skills
- Semiconductor manufacturing / Material processing / Testing and Equipment Operation : CVD, PVD, ALD, SEM defect analysis, 2 photon Photolithography, Liftoff, Carbon Nanotube Synthesizing & Pulse Testing, FTIR imaging, Thin Film Etching, Polymer curing, Ellipsometry
- Optical Electromagnetic Simulation / Machine Learning / Optimization & Forecasting / Statistical data analysis : Python, Matlab, Parameter Optimization, FDTD & RCWA optical metasurface simulation, COMSOL multiphysics, OpenSCAD, forecasting using LSTM, JMP, SQL, MS Powerpoint, Excel
Competencies
Technical Presentation / Problem Solving & Planning / Effective Communicator
- Attending Seminars and Conferences, Presenting research analysis
- Design of Experiment and discussion, Rigorous tuning of methodologies
- Collaboration among teams from diverse fields
Accomplishments
- Automated Posture Adjustment Robot Development As Vice President of the Robotics Club, selected actuators and MPU components for an automated posture adjustment robot. Utilized Python scripts for robot control and efficiently delegated tasks among team members. Successfully presented the robot at an exhibition, effectively conveying its technical advantages, and won a silver medal.
- Semiconductor Process Training Participated in hands-on training for eight major semiconductor processes, gaining valuable insights into the manufacturing of semiconductors. Created simple devices and used Cadence for circuit design and testing, enhancing understanding of semiconductor production.
- Machine Learning and Statistical Optimization Improved forecasting results by optimizing methods used in image processing research. Passionately sought guidance and feedback on testing AI/ML architectures, and pursued additional courses to deepen understanding and refine skills. Applied advanced machine learning and statistical techniques learned in coursework to significantly enhance the accuracy of forecasting models.
- COMSOL Waveguide Simulation and Data Analysis Conducted waveguide simulations using COMSOL and compared various simulation tools to identify the most suitable method for the problem. Analyzed data to ensure accurate and efficient results.
- GitHub Management and SOP Documentation Contributed to writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the lab, facilitating efficient knowledge transfer and future student learning through GitHub management. Ensured that essential procedures were documented and accessible for subsequent users.
Language
- Korean, Native or Bilingual
- English, Full Professional
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
University Of Missouri
01.2023 - 05.2025
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Kyungpook National University
02.2022 - 06.2022
Korean Student Ambassador
Kyungpook National University
08.2021 - 02.2022
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering And Computer Science
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Kyungpook National University