EM Lab Manager: Lead Electron Microscopy & Data

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a front-line manager to lead the Electron Microscopy and materials characterization lab. You will supervise a team of professionals, keep the lab running on schedule, and help grow both the team and analytical capabilities.

This role is ideal for a strong individual contributor moving into people leadership, with responsibilities including prioritization, hands-on problem solving, and presenting technical results to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant technical experience, including 1–2 years leading or coordinating others.
• Strong background in Electron Microscopy (SEM/TEM) or broad metrology knowledge.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills; able to present to upper management.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to a team of professional and skilled technical staff, setting priorities and removing roadblocks to meet commitments.
• Serve as a technical and operational advisor to the team, stepping in hands-on when needed to keep schedules on track and resolve problems.
• Track and analyze performance of direct reports and lab equipment, using data to drive decisions and improvements.
• Sustain and continuously improve lab workflows, recommending changes to team processes, protocols, and policies.
• Recruit, interview, hire skilled new talent, and administer company policies fairly and consistently.
• Build strong working relationships with direct reports, peers, and management.
• Present technical information on projects, schedules, and results to stakeholders, and secure cooperation across teams.

Skills

Electron Microscopy

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Physics, Engineering

Tools

Metrology techniques

Failure analysis

Job description

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a front-line manager to lead the Electron Microscopy and materials characterization lab. You will supervise a team of professionals, keep the lab running on schedule, and help grow both the team and analytical capabilities.

This role is ideal for a strong individual contributor moving into people leadership, with responsibilities including prioritization, hands-on problem solving, and presenting technical results to stakeholders.