Columbine Robinson
About Columbine Robinson
Columbine Robinson is an Application Engineer at Hamamatsu, specializing in MIR technology. With over 12 years of experience in applications development and a strong background in physics and material science, Robinson has worked for notable companies including KLA-Tencor and Zeta Instruments.
Work at Hamamatsu
Columbine Robinson has been employed at Hamamatsu as an Application Engineer in the MIR division since 2018. In this role, she applies her expertise in optical technologies and product development to enhance the company's offerings in the mid-infrared sector. Her responsibilities include managing product adoptions and ensuring that solutions meet the specific needs of process control customers.
Previous Experience at KLA-Tencor
Prior to her current role, Columbine Robinson worked at KLA-Tencor in various capacities. She served as a Senior Applications Development Engineer focusing on Optical Inspection from 2008 to 2013 and was involved in the Candela GEM project as an Applications Engineer from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, she held positions as a Senior Applications Development Engineer for Zeta and SEM from 2013 to 2018, contributing to the development of advanced inspection technologies.
Education and Expertise
Columbine Robinson studied at the University of California, San Diego, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics with a specialization in material science from 2002 to 2006 and a Master of Science in Physics from 2006 to 2007. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in technologies such as Liquid Crystal on Silicon Spatial Light Modulator (LCOS-SLM) and Mid Infrared InAsSb detectors.
Background in Academia
Before transitioning to industry roles, Columbine Robinson gained experience in academia. She worked as an Assistant Coordinator at the University of California, Berkeley from 2000 to 2004 and as a Lab Instructor at UC San Diego from 2004 to 2007. These positions allowed her to develop skills in education and research, further enhancing her technical knowledge.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Columbine Robinson possesses a range of technical skills relevant to her field. She is proficient in utilizing Image Intensifiers (II) for low light applications and has experience with Micro Channel Plates (MCP) for Mass Spectrometry. Additionally, she employs various data-driven tools including Python, R, Scala, MySQL, JMP, and Excel in her professional work, demonstrating her analytical capabilities.