ARD Sr. Research Scientist - MA

Screen Spe; Mansfield (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Screen's Reaction Engineering Team seeks a Sr. Research Scientist to build and manage reaction engineering technology roadmaps aligned with SPE. You will guide global ARD teams and develop state-of-the-art characterization techniques for semiconductor processes.

Responsibilities include generating reaction data, validating models, performing DOE studies, and presenting research at conferences, with a focus on advancing sustainability and process efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with semiconductor processes and characterization techniques.
• Experience developing chemistries for etch processes and wet cleans.
• Hands-on experience with metrology and structure characterization techniques such as electron microscopy, spectroscopy, and AFM.
• Experience with design of experiments (DOE) and statistical methods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently and cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Generate database of reactions and byproducts for key reaction mixtures.
• Develop reliable analytical and functional test methods for characterization of products.
• Validate reaction models of existing semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Discover new process applications to accelerate innovation.
• Develop understanding of chemicals and materials used in wet processes.
• Train SCREEN engineers on process impacts on device performance.
• Accelerate process development and technology deployment.
• Develop state-of-the-art analytical techniques to understand materials in wet processes.
• Support qualification of new chemicals and processes.
• Propose strategies to improve sustainability for chemical and energy usage.
• Conduct DOE studies to improve process efficiencies and elucidate mechanisms.
• Provide updates on customer/market technical trends and roadmaps.
• Generate IP and support patent applications with quality data.
• Present research at international conferences and customer reviews.

Skills

DOE expertise

Analytical skills

Semiconductor processes

Cross-functional work

Data interpretation

Technical communication

Education

MS in Chemical Engineering

PhD in Chemical Engineering

PhD in Materials Science

Tools

Electron microscopy

Atomic force microscopy

X-ray/ spectroscopy

Contact angle measurements

Job description

Job Summary:

The Reaction Engineering Team is one pillar of the Advanced Research Development (ARD) Organization which is managed directly from SCREEN Japan. We are looking for a Sr. Research Scientist to build & manage reaction engineering technology roadmap in alignment with the SCREEN’s Semiconductor Processing Equipment (SPE), give guidance to global ARD teams based on WW technological watch (conferences, collaborations, etc.). Responsible for generating and providing data to support atomic and molecular level understanding of key processes used in semiconductor device manufacturing and developing state-of the art characterization techniques. Salary Range: $130,000 - $188,000

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Generate database of reactions and byproducts of key reaction mixtures with various substrates
• Generate reliable analytical & functional test methods for characterization of reaction products in support of:
• Validating reaction models of existing processes used in manufacturing semiconductor devices.
• Discover new process applications; boost and accelerate innovation across the company.
• Develop fundamental understanding of chemicals & materials used in wet processes.
• Understand and train SCREEN engineers of process impacts on device performance & integration.
• Accelerate process development & enhance technology deployment success into the market.
• Develop state-of the art analytical techniques to accelerate understanding of role of materials in wet processes
• Support qualification of new chemicals and processes used in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Develop strategies to improve sustainability for chemical and energy usage for customers using SCREEN equipment to manufacture devices.
• Perform DOE studies with the objective of improving process efficiencies and elucidating models and reaction mechanisms.
• Provide regular updates about key customers’ and overall semiconductor market’s technical trends and roadmaps relevant to key projects.
• Generate IP by capturing novel ideas and filing patent applications in timely manner. Support patent applications by generating quality data.
• Present research papers at international trade shows and scientific conferences.
• Prepare presentation material to be used for customers’ technical review meetings. The applicant could be asked to present to customers or delegate to colleagues

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with semiconductor processes and characterization techniques.
• Prior experience with developing chemistries for etch processes and wet cleans is highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience with multiple metrology and structure characterization techniques such as mechanical testing, electron microscopy, Electron spectroscopy, Atomic Force microscopy, contact angle measurements, etc.
• Experience with design of experiment (DOE) and other statistical methods
• Familiarity on semiconductor manufacturing equipment such as wet or dry cleaning / wet etching, lithography & track.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Experience in literature searching of patentability and freedom to operate is highly desirable.
• Open-minded, resourceful, flexible, and adaptable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently and cross-functionally.
• Detail orientation and excellent adherence to scientific method.

Education & Experience:

MS or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a related field.