Physicist (m/f/d) - DELFT

Applied Materials, Inc.; Nijmegen; On-site; EUR 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

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Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. in Nijmegen, Netherlands, is seeking a PhD-level physicist to join the physics group responsible for SEM column development, detectors, and imaging physics for semiconductor applications.

You will engage in theoretical and experimental work, developing simulations and building new technologies. The role emphasizes hands-on laboratory work, collaboration with global teams, and contributing to cutting-edge research in a leading global company.

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory work and simulations.
• High voltage physics knowledge is beneficial.
• Voltage contrast in electron beam applications in semiconductor industry.
• Up-to-date semiconductor device physics, including simulations and detector development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and use advanced simulations for research fields (electron beam-matter interaction, light-matter interaction, electromagnetic phenomena).
• Conduct experimental laboratory work using in-house labs to explore novel ideas and translate them into working technology.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to advance detectors and SEM technologies.

Skills

Experience in laboratory work

Simulations

High voltage physics knowledge

Education

PhD in experimental or applied physics

Job description

Who We Are Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Salary: €64.000,00 - €88.000,00

Location: Nijmegen,NLD

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers.

We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.

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At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees.

We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.

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Role description

The physics groups are responsible for the development of multiple types of scanning electron microscope (SEM) columns, a wide range of detectors (charged particles and photons), application physics related to imaging and metrology semiconductor industry challenges, and basic research of underlying physics domains such as vacuum, high voltage, electromagnetic interference, light and electrons interaction with material etc..

Role involves theoretical and experimental work: Develop and use advanced simulations for the different research fields (e.g. electron beam-matter interaction, light matter interaction, magnetic and electrostatic phenomena)

Experimental laboratory work utilizing advanced in-house labs to perform basic research of novel ideas and materialize them to the level of working technology.

Leverage a comprehensive multidisciplinary eco-system integrated in our R&D Collaborate with technology-leading companies worldwide. Creative thinking and novel approaches is our day to day practice.

What you should have

PhD in experimental or applied physics (post-doc is an advantage).

Experience in laboratory work and simulations

A strong advantage would be knowledge and hands‑on experience in the following areas: High voltage physics research and applications

Voltage contrast in electron beam applications in semiconductor industry

Up to date semiconductor device physics (simulations, design, other) Development of charged particle and x-ray detectors

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members.

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.