Senior Analyst, Semiconductor Materials

TechInsights; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

RRSP/401K Matching

Fitness reimbursement

Flexible vacation

Job summary

TechInsights in San Jose, CA is seeking a Senior Analyst, Materials to produce high-quality market intelligence on CMP pads, CMP slurries, wafers, gases, precursors, and advanced packaging materials.

The role leads content production, develops models, mentors junior analysts, and collaborates with product management and customers to expand offerings.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years in semiconductor materials, a broad network, and a proactive, independent work style; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of industry experience in semiconductor materials.
• Expertise in CMP pads, CMP slurries, wafers, process gases, precursors, or advanced packaging materials.
• Established professional network within the semiconductor materials space.
• Strong market research practice with ability to develop and integrate new methodologies.
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment across complex analyses.
• Experience mentoring and leading projects; ability to collaborate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead content production and expert analysis for Critical Materials Reports across multiple materials areas.
• Serve as principal analyst on research projects, developing and stabilizing analytical models for junior analysts.
• Deliver high-quality content on schedule and identify opportunities to enhance product offerings.
• Mentor and coach team members to support professional growth.
• Maintain and grow an active professional network within the materials space.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support a collaborative team environment.
• Develop deep understanding of current and emerging trends across the semiconductor materials ecosystem.
• Support product management and customer engagement to address inquiries from clients.
• Represent TechInsights externally through conferences and customer meetings to support sales.

Skills

Semiconductor materials

Market research

Mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Project leadership

Network development

Independent work

Education

Technical degree or equivalent experience

Job description

OUR STORY

TechInsights is the information Platform for the semiconductor industry.

Regarded as the most trusted source of actionable, in-depth intelligence related to semiconductor innovation and surrounding markets, TechInsights’ content informs decision makers and professionals whose success depends on accurate knowledge of the semiconductor industry—past, present, or future. Over 650 companies and 150,000 users access the TechInsights Platform, the world’s largest vertically integrated collection of unmatched reverse engineering, teardown, and market intelligence in the semiconductor industry. This collection includes detailed circuit analysis, imagery, semiconductor process flows, device teardowns, illustrations, costing and pricing information, forecasts, market analysis, and expert commentary. TechInsights’ customers include the most successful technology companies who rely on TechInsights’ analysis to make informed business, design, and product decisions faster and with greater confidence. For more information, visit www.techinsights.com.

WHY WORK WITH US

• Company-sponsored training and development opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, wellness, RRSP/401K Matching, annual fitness reimbursement)
• Flexible vacation policy
• Trusted Device Reimbursement Program
• Community involvement opportunities through charitable alliances: https://www.techinsights.com/community-involvement
• Wellness resources and support
• Inclusive environment that prioritizes diversity, equity, and accessibility
• High-growth company driven by high performance
• Expected salary range: $118,065.00 to $131,955.00 USD

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Senior Analyst, Materials is a subject matter expert responsible for producing high-quality market intelligence and critical materials reports for one or more specialty areas including CMP pads, CMP Slurries, Wafers, Gases, Precursors, and/or advanced packaging materials at TechInsights. This role centers on expertise in materials as used for semiconductor device manufacturing processes, with the ideal candidate having a broad professional network within the materials suppliers supply chain.

The Senior Analyst owns primary content production and leads related research projects end-to-end, applying both direct expertise and an active professional network to deliver accurate, timely, and insightful analysis. They are expected to develop and stabilize analytical models, work with junior analysts, and continuously enhance research practices — including integrating methodologies brought in through acquisitions.

This role requires strong engagement across internal stakeholders, product management, and customers, as well as external visibility through conference participation and customer meetings. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in market research, a working knowledge of the semiconductor materials ecosystem and supply chain, and the initiative to identify and develop new ideas that strengthen existing product offerings. Ability to understand technical trends as related to materials a plus.

What You’ll Do

• Lead content production and expert analysis for Critical Materials Reports, with specific focus on one or more semiconductor materials areas including CMP pads, CMP slurries, wafers, gases, precursors, and/or advanced packaging materials
• Serve as principal analyst on research projects, developing and stabilizing analytical models for transition to junior analysts
• Deliver high-quality content on schedule while continuously identifying opportunities to enhance and expand product offerings
• Mentor and coach team members to support their professional growth
• Maintain and grow an active professional network to stay current in your specialty area
• Engage with stakeholders from acquired businesses and contribute to a collaborative, integrated team environment
• Develop a deep understanding of current and emerging application trends across the semiconductor materials ecosystem, with focus on the supply chain
• Support product management and customer engagement to address inquiries from new and existing clients
• Represent TechInsights externally through conference participation and customer meetings to maintain market knowledge and support sales efforts

What You’ll Bring

• Technical degree or equivalent experience required
• Minimum 5-10 years of industry experience in semiconductor materials, with expertise in one or more areas including CMP pads, CMP slurries, wafers, process gases, precursors, and/or advanced packaging materials
• Established professional network within the semiconductor materials space
• Solid foundation in market research practices, including the ability to develop, improve, and integrate new research methodologies
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance, exercising sound judgment across complex, multi-source analytical challenges
• Demonstrated ability to apply best practices and awareness of competitive dynamics to continuously improve products and deliverables
• Ability to communicate complex, technical, and sensitive information clearly and effectively; demonstrated success building consensus across stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and act as a resource for team members; ability to lead projects with confidence
• Ability to understand and articulate how individual work connects to broader team, customer, and operational outcomes

As part of the recruitment process for this position, you will be required to submit your latest citizenship and/or permanent residency information. This information will be used to comply with U.S. Export Control Laws and Regulations.

WORKING ARRANGEMENT

• Full time, remote work position or onsite in San Jose, CA
• Occasional need for travel
• Occasional need to work outside of regular business hours

Technology knows no bounds, and neither does TechInsights. Bringing together talented humans from different perspectives, backgrounds and abilities is something we take seriously. We’re committed to building an inclusive environment that welcomes you to be your authentic self and allows us to push past the boundaries together.

TechInsights is committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

AI technology may be used to assist in the screening and assessment of applications for this position. Our recruiters are involved at every stage, and all hiring decisions are made by People and hiring teams.

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