Research Scientist I — CMP & Laboratory Innovation

Entegris, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility

Progressive paid time off

401(k) plan with employer match

Health, dental and vision insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Entegris, Inc. in Aurora, IL seeks a Scientist I, Research Associate to join its Research & Development team. You will provide laboratory support and help develop and commercialize CMP-related products, performing wet lab experiments, polishing tests, and reliability studies.

The role emphasizes data collection and analysis, method development, and maintaining a safe, efficient lab. Ideal candidates have a BA/BS in chemistry or related fields and 1–3 years of wet chemistry experience, plus

Qualifications

• Minimum BA/BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related field required.
• 1–3 years of experience with hands-on wet chemistry techniques and instrumentation for characterization.
• Proven track record of safe laboratory practices and methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to execute experiments and analyze basic data.
• Hands-on experience in particle and surface science analysis techniques such as PSD, zeta potential, contact angle, and thin-film measurements.

Responsibilities

• Execute experiments in slurry and cleans formulations and develop measurement methods.
• Analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical tools and propose conclusions.
• Summarize data into a clear, readable format with minimal guidance.
• Seek new methods to improve data collection, analysis, and quality.
• Contribute to lab safety and maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Skills

Wet chemistry techniques

Instrumentation handling

Data analysis

MS Office

Statistical analysis (Excel/Minitab/Jt

Education

BA/BS in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Excel

Job description

Entegris, Inc. in Aurora, IL seeks a Scientist I, Research Associate to join its Research & Development team. You will provide laboratory support and help develop and commercialize CMP-related products, performing wet lab experiments, polishing tests, and reliability studies.

The role emphasizes data collection and analysis, method development, and maintaining a safe, efficient lab. Ideal candidates have a BA/BS in chemistry or related fields and 1–3 years of wet chemistry experience, plus