Charles Liu
About Charles Liu
Charles Liu is a Manager and Technical Leader at ON Semiconductor, specializing in GaN technology. He has extensive experience in the semiconductor industry, with a background that includes roles at Freescale and IR, and holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Work at ON Semiconductor
Charles Liu has been employed at ON Semiconductor since 2012, serving as a Manager and Technical Leader in GaN Technology. His role involves managing customer interactions and overseeing GaN reliability. Liu is responsible for the technical development of 650V cascode GaN technology, which includes GaN epitaxial and substrate designs, device designs and layouts, and process flows. His extensive experience in the semiconductor industry supports his contributions to the advancement of GaN technology.
Previous Experience at Freescale
Before joining ON Semiconductor, Charles Liu worked at Freescale as a Senior Principal Staff Scientist from 1997 to 2009. During his 12 years in the Phoenix, Arizona area, he contributed significantly to various projects within the semiconductor sector. His experience at Freescale laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in GaN technology.
Education and Expertise
Charles Liu holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 1990 to 1993. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Steelmaking from Northeastern University, completing his studies from 1978 to 1982. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in semiconductor materials and device technology.
Career Background
Prior to his work in the semiconductor industry, Charles Liu gained experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of California at Santa Barbara. He later worked at International Rectifier (IR) as a Staff Engineer and Principal Investigator for GaN Power Devices from 2009 to 2012. His diverse background in research and development has contributed to his technical leadership in GaN technology.
Publications and Patents
Charles Liu has made significant contributions to the field of semiconductor technology, with a total of 100 publications and 65 patent applications and issuances. His work focuses on GaN technology and its applications, reflecting his commitment to advancing the industry through research and innovation.