Pawan Pathak

About Pawan Pathak

Multidisciplinary research experience in Device Physics, Electrochemistry, and Materials Engineering• Expertise in semiconductor device fabrication and characterization for sensing applications• Skilled with the design and synthesis of a variety of inorganic, polymer, and composite materials• Expertise in materials characterization and evaluation using SEM, AFM, TEM, Optical Microscope, XRD, XPS, EDS, FTIR, TGA, and Raman• Designed photoanode and performed electrochemical testing for solar energy harvesting applications• Developed thin film deposition technique of rubidium doped neon and argon crystal under cryogenic temperature for potential applications in quantum magnetometer• Analyzed data to make data-driven decisions for solving parametric and tool-related issues• Experience in project management and mentorship• Excellent team working skills in the small and large research group

Experience

1. Senior Research Scientist

   Advanced Cell Engineering

   Sep 2023 — Present · FL, US

   Led root cause analysis investigations to identify factors contributing to battery failures using advanced metrology and spectroscopic techniques such as SEM-EDS, X-ray diffraction, FTIR, and ICP-MS.• Employed deprocessing techniques such as wet chemistry, polishing, and plasma etching for physical and chemical analysis.• Utilized statistical analysis tools to interpret measurement data and optimize testing methodologies for improved accuracy and reliability.• Presented findings and recommendations to costumers and stakeholders and participated in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and reliability.

Education

• University of Nevada, Reno

  Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

  2014 — 2017

• University of Nevada, Reno

  Master's degree

  2012 — 2014