GaN Epitaxy R&D Scientist - Innovative Materials

Wolfspeed; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfspeed is seeking a GaN epitaxy R&D scientist in Durham, NC to advance crystal growth processes and translate characterization data into actionable improvements. The role involves owning projects, presenting results to R&D and production teams, and collaborating with technicians and engineers across the organization.

The ideal candidate has a PhD (or MS with significant industry experience) in materials or physical sciences, with strong data analysis skills and knowledge of wide band gap

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials, Chemical, Ceramics, Electrical Engineering, or Physical Science with 2+ years of related industrial R&D experience; MS degrees with 5+ years experience will be considered.
• Strong understanding of wide band gap materials, vacuum technology, and basic device physics.
• Statistical data analysis skills and experience with large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and improved GaN epitaxial crystal growth processes.
• Interpret characterization observations into meaningful action plans.
• Review parametric data to drive process improvement and troubleshooting.
• Define and own projects, plans, timelines, and deliverables through to completion.
• Use effective written and verbal communication to present results to R&D and Production teams.
• Interface with a broad range of technicians, engineers, and other technical staff in a community of shared resources.

Skills

Wide band gap materials

Statistical data analysis

NPI processes

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Self-motived attitude

Education

PhD in Materials/Physical Science/Engineering

MS with 5+ years industrial R&D

Job description

Wolfspeed is seeking a GaN epitaxy R&D scientist in Durham, NC to advance crystal growth processes and translate characterization data into actionable improvements. The role involves owning projects, presenting results to R&D and production teams, and collaborating with technicians and engineers across the organization.

The ideal candidate has a PhD (or MS with significant industry experience) in materials or physical sciences, with strong data analysis skills and knowledge of wide band gap