Physicist/Scientist III

Applied Materials

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Work type: On-site
Location: Gloucester, MA
Salary: $120,000–$165,000 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 62 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 39 roles within 25 mi

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Applied Materials is the world''s largest supplier of equipment, services, and software for the semiconductor and display industries, enabling the production of chips and advanced displays. Industry: Semiconductor Equipment

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TL;DR · Physicist/Scientist III

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The Physicist/Scientist III, New College Grad - Adv Degree joins the Ion Implant Defect Science group to deepen the understanding of defect formation and transport mechanisms. This role involves conducting defect-related experiments, including tool preparation, interpreting test plans, and shepherding wafers. The successful candidate will design 2D/3D structures for tool testing and analyze particle experiment data to improve yields in semiconductor process tools. Key responsibilities include contributing to a defect library from historical data and presenting technical findings to the organization. Required skills include proficiency in Python, MATLAB, Excel, JMP, and CAD software like SolidWorks or AutoCAD. The role requires a PhD in Physics, Materials Science, or a related field, with experience in data analysis, laboratory research, and statistical analysis within a semiconductor process development context.

Skills

Python MATLAB JMP Excel SolidWorks AutoCAD Design of Experiments (DOE) Statistical Analysis Semiconductor Process Development Plasma Physics Vacuum Systems Data Management Systems CAD

What you'll do

Conduct defect-related experiments including tool preparation and wafer shepherding.
Design 2D and 3D structures for tool testing as needed.
Analyze particle experiment data using Python, MATLAB, Excel, and JMP.
Present technical conclusions and recommendations through graphs and summaries to the organization.
Develop a defect library from large volumes of historical data.
Partner with scientists and engineers to define and execute designed experiments.

What we're looking for

PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Strong academic record with a preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale (preferred).
Hands-on experimental or laboratory research experience.
Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Python, MATLAB, JMP, and Excel.
Experience with 2D/3D design software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD tools.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to present technical findings to diverse audiences.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Research or experience in semiconductor process development, plasma physics, vacuum systems, or defect-related studies (preferred).

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