Laboratory Technician

Net2Source (N2S); Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Net2Source (N2S) is seeking a Technical Associate to support R&D, TS&D, and Manufacturing with ToF-SIMS analysis and sample handling in Wilmington, DE. The role involves instrument operation, data capture, and routine lab activities under supervision of senior scientists.

Responsibilities include sample prep, wafer handling, chemical imaging, depth profiling, and accurate documentation in lab systems. This in-person position requires strong safety practices and teamwork on second shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong skills in sample preparation, careful sample handling, and safe chemical handling.
• Experience with whole wafers, diced wafers, thin films, and materials for semiconductor or advanced materials.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation in chemical, materials, or surface analysis labs.
• Familiarity with high-vacuum instrumentation, mass spectrometry, surface analysis, spectroscopy, microscopy, or related techniques preferred.
• Ability to document analytical results and prepare clear technical reports.
• Commitment to laboratory safety and adherence to safety protocols.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Ability to work in a team under tight timelines and competing priorities.
• Strong communication and willingness to coordinate with scientists and project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for ToF-SIMS analysis following established procedures.
• Mount and handle wafers, diced wafers, powders, films, coatings and other materials.
• Prepare air- or contamination-sensitive samples when required.
• Perform routine ToF-SIMS analyses, including surface spectroscopy, chemical imaging, and depth profiling.
• Operate the ToF-SIMS instrument during second shift hours, including loading, vacuum operation, beam tuning, data acquisition, and checks.
• Support instrument maintenance and laboratory housekeeping per procedures.
• Coordinate service or troubleshooting with first-shift operators and scientists.
• Document experimental conditions, sample information, observations, and results in lab systems.
• Prepare analysis summaries and contribute to technical reports.
• Dispose of laboratory waste per protocols and maintain safety.
• Work second-shift hours in coordination with first-shift scientists to ensure continuity.

Job description

Title: Technical Associate - Research & Development

Shift & Schedule: M-F ~4:00 pm – 12:30 am (some flexibility may be available in daily start/finish times) Can start as early as 3:30pm (end at midnight) or start as late as 11:00pm (end at 7:30 am).

Job Summary:

The candidate will support the Leveraged Analytical Sciences group through the second-shift operation of a Time-of-Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (ToF-SIMS) instrument. This is an in-person position located in Wilmington, DE.

The role will provide analytical support for Research and Development (R&D), Technical Service and Development (TS&D), and Manufacturing. The candidate will work under the direction of experienced scientists and will be responsible for sample preparation, routine ToF-SIMS analysis, instrument operation, documentation, and routine laboratory activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare samples for ToF-SIMS analysis following established procedures.
• Mount and carefully handle semiconductor wafers, diced wafer pieces, powders, films, coatings, and other materials.
• Prepare air- or contamination-sensitive samples when required.
• Perform routine ToF-SIMS analyses, including surface spectroscopy, chemical imaging, and depth profiling using established analytical methods.
• Operate the ToF-SIMS instrument during second-shift hours, including sample loading, vacuum system operation, beam tuning, data acquisition, and basic instrument checks.
• Support routine instrument maintenance and laboratory housekeeping following established procedures.
• Coordinate service or troubleshooting needs with first-shift operators and scientists.
• Document experimental conditions, sample information, observations, and analytical results in appropriate laboratory systems.
• Prepare analysis summaries and contribute to technical reports, including discussion of results, observations, and potential analytical findings.
• Dispose of laboratory waste according to established protocols.
• Work second-shift hours and coordinate with first-shift scientists to ensure continuity of laboratory operations.
• Follow all established laboratory safety protocols and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent knowledge acquired through on-the-job training.
• Strong skills in sample preparation, careful sample handling, and safe chemical handling.
• Experience preparing and handling whole wafers, diced wafer pieces, thin films, and other materials commonly encountered in semiconductor or advanced materials applications.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation in a chemical, materials, or surface analysis laboratory setting.
• Familiarity with high-vacuum instrumentation, mass spectrometry, surface analysis, spectroscopy, microscopy, or related techniques is preferred.
• Ability to document analytical results and prepare clear, concise technical reports.
• Demonstrated commitment to laboratory safety and adherence to safety protocols.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently follow established procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment under tight timelines and competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to coordinate closely with scientists and project stakeholders.