Physicist/Scientist (Adv Degree)-Gloucester, MA

Applied Materials, Inc.; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials Ion Implant Defect Science group is seeking a Physicist/Scientist to join our team in Gloucester, MA. The role focuses on defect formation and transport mechanisms to improve yields in semiconductor process tools, with cross‑functional collaboration across products.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD and have strong data analysis skills using Python/MATLAB/JMP, hands‑on lab experience, and experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• GPA 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale is preferred.
• Knowledge of basic descriptive statistics and interest in advanced statistical analysis.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Python, MATLAB, JMP, Excel, or similar software.
• Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Hands‑on experimental or laboratory research experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct defect-related experiments, including tool preparation and interpreting experimental test plans.
• Design simple 2D/3D structures for tool testing as needed.
• Analyze data from particle experiments using Python, MATLAB, JMP, Excel, or similar tools.
• Present conclusions and recommendations to the team through graphs and presentations.
• Contribute to a defect library from historical data with attention to detail.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to define and execute designed experiments.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Data analysis

DOE

Statistics

JMP

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Excel

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: $120,000.00 - $165,000.00

Location: Gloucester,MA

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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Applied Materials Ion Implant Defect Science group is seeking a Physicist/Scientist to join our team! We are a small, highly collaborative group working across multiple products to deepen our understanding of defect formation and transport mechanisms, enabling better defect control and improved yields in our semiconductor process tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct defect-related experiments, including tool preparation, interpreting designed experiment test plans, and shepherding wafers.
• Design relatively simple 2D/3D structures for tool testing, as needed.
• Analyze data from particle experiments using Python, MATLAB, Excel, JMP, and/or other analytical tools.
• Present conclusions and recommendations to the team and larger organization through graphs, summaries, and technical presentations.
• Contribute to the development of a defect library from a large volume of historical data, requiring strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Partner with scientists and engineers to define and execute effective designed experiments.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong academic record, with a preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
• Knowledge of basic descriptive statistics and an interest in advanced statistical analysis.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Python, MATLAB, JMP, Excel, or similar software.
• Experience with 2D/3D design software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Hands‑on experimental or laboratory research experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical findings to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research or experience in semiconductor process development, plasma physics, vacuum systems, contamination control, or defect‑related studies.
• Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and data-driven problem solving.
• Experience working with large experimental datasets and developing data libraries, databases, or data management systems.
• Experience with scientific programming and data analysis using Python, MATLAB, JMP, or similar tools.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: New College Grad

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.

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