Senior Research Chemist: Wafer Cleaners & Metrology Lead

FUJIFILM; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc. in Mesa, AZ seeks a Senior Research Chemist to design, develop and commercialize new post-etch cleaners and selective etchants for advanced IC technologies.

You will lead metrology instrumentation in the labs and drive new chemical formulations under tight timelines. Ideal candidates hold a PhD in Chemistry with lab experience in semiconductor chemistry, toxic chemical safety, and DOE design, plus strong collaboration with product development and

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry with 0–2 years of formulation experience; industrial R&D in semiconductors preferred.
• Experience applying inorganic/organic solution chemistry to meet customer requirements; safe handling of hazardous chemicals.
• Understanding of Si wafer device processing in wet processing tools and process implementation.
• Experience with thin film surface analysis tools (Ellipsometer, 4-Point probe, XRR, XPS, TOF_SIMS, SEM).
• Strong knowledge of surface cleaning methods and chemicals.
• Proficient in DOE, technical writing, literature search, IP processes; good teamwork and communication.
• Safety-sensitive role requiring post-offer drug screening and alertness.

Responsibilities

• Own and operate metrology instrumentation in the formulated products lab (SEM, STEM, EDAX, XRR, ellipsometry, 4PP).
• Design, test, and scale new chemical products under tight timelines and business needs.
• Develop and validate new post-etch cleaners and selective etchants for advanced IC tech.
• Generate product data and technical reports for internal and customer use.
• Support IP searches and initial patent drafts; assist pilot line beaker formulations.

Skills

Lab research

Formulation

DOE design

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Tools

Ellipsometer

4-Point probe

XRR

XPS

SEM

EDAX

STEM

TOF-SIMS

Job description

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc. in Mesa, AZ seeks a Senior Research Chemist to design, develop and commercialize new post-etch cleaners and selective etchants for advanced IC technologies.

You will lead metrology instrumentation in the labs and drive new chemical formulations under tight timelines. Ideal candidates hold a PhD in Chemistry with lab experience in semiconductor chemistry, toxic chemical safety, and DOE design, plus strong collaboration with product development and