Development Lab Chemist

About the Role

This position supports pilot line builds for formulated products, executes formulated products build plans, generates test data, assists in maintaining lab and pilot line equipment including 4-point probe, ellipsometer, FTIR, serves as backup SEM/FIB and XRR operator, and provides general lab assistance where needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the design, development and commercialization of new post etch, post ash and post CMP cleaners and removers for advanced IC technologies
• Assists in mixing, filtering, and documentation of new speciality cleaners and etchants for semiconductors
• Assists with testing new cleaner formulations for shelf life and stability
• Backup SEM/FIB and XRR operator
• Performs other duties as assigned by Wet Lab Supervisor

Specific Activities

• Investigate and develop new chemical formulations for cleaning integrated circuit wafers with awareness of the status of intellectual property field
• Operating wet lab characterization tools
• Coordinates with formulated products staff on chemistry and hardware supply needs
• Chemical and wafer inventory tracking

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or material science
• 1 to 5 years of experience in a production lab environment
• Experience in operating SEM/FIB equipment or desire to learn
• Comfortable with dealing with and handling chemicals
• Experience in pilot line scale chemical manufacturing processes preferred
• Excellent communication, data collection, time management and organizational skills required
• Understand design of experiments and be proficient in technical writing
• Excellence in understanding and following instructions
• Must have excellent computer skills (Power-Point, Excel and statistical software tools)
• Working knowledge of JMP statistical software is desirable

Additional Requirements

• Resilience - Ability to adapt to workplace challenges, maintain professionalism, and manage responsibilities effectively
• Communication - Capacity to clearly and professionally exchange ideas, interact respectfully with colleagues and customers, and foster positive workplace relationships
• Reasoning & Decision Making - Ability to analyze information, follow verbal and written instructions, and make logical, sound decisions
• Comprehension - Capability to understand and complete tasks as assigned and solve problems effectively
• Organizational Skills - Competence in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy, and staying focused despite potential workplace distractions