Research Associate Chemist

Company: FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies
Location: Mesa
Posted on: June 13, 2021

Job Description:

Overview

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, a global leader in chemical solutions for the semiconductor manufacturing industry, has an exciting opportunity at our Mesa, AZ facility for a Research Associate Chemist! The successful candidate will be responsible for design, development and commercialization of new semiconductor cleaners and resist strippers for advanced technology.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for applied research & development and commercialization of new post etch cleaners and selective etchants for advanced IC technologies.
• Responsibilities include designing, lab testing and managing new chemical products under rigorous business and customer timelines.
• Specific activities include:
• Investigate and develop new chemical formulations for cleaning integrated circuit wafers with awareness of the status of the intellectual property field.
• Wet bench formulation and testing of new chemical formulations to meet customer requirements.
• Manage existing product testing and qualification using customer wafers.
• Support thin film surface analysis using tools including Ellipsometer, 4-Point probe, XRR, XPS, TOF-SIMS, SEM.
• Assist with IP searches and initial patent drafts.
• Assist in pilot line builds of successful beaker formulations.
• Generating and communicating product data and technical reports internally and to customers
• Writing and delivering presentation at industrial conferences and consortia

REQUIREMENTS

• Doctorate in inorganic or organic chemistry with at least 1 to 3 years prior industrial research or post-doctoral R&D experience in product development in semiconductor technology.
• Experience in developing and applying inorganic or organic solution chemistry to meeting customer requirements.
• Understanding Si wafer device processing in wet processing tool operation and process implementation.
• Experience with thin film surface analysis tools such as Ellipsometer, 4-Point probe, XRR, XPS, TOF_SIMS, SEM
• Must have a strong comprehension of surface cleaning methods and chemicals.
• Must be proficient in design of experiments, technical writing, literature search processes and methods and Intellectual property processes and methods.
• Must be able to communicate and work effectively with peer and customers.
• This is a safety-sensitive position that requires candidates to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening prior to employment. One of the essential job functions is the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

MENTAL & EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Resilience - Adapting well in the face of workplace stressors, the ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations, the ability to remain poised under all circumstances, the ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual.
• Communication - The ability to successfully and professionally express and exchange ideas and meanings with all levels of employees in the organization, the ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including customers/clients, the ability to work as an integral part of a team, ability to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust.
• Reasoning and decision-making - The ability to understand, remember and follow verbal and written instructions, the ability to reason logically and make sound decisions.
• Comprehension - The ability to complete tasks without direct supervision, the ability to simultaneously address multiple complete problems.
• Organizational skills - Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy, the ability to work and sustain attention with distractions and interruptions, the ability to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines or productivity quotas.

ABOUT US

Successful semiconductor manufacturers move quickly. They demand quality and they require leading technology. For them, partnering with the right supplier is a critical decision.

With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, Taiwan, China, Korea and Japan, local sales offices throughout the world and on site applications support, FUJIFILM Electronic Materials is prepared to supply the world's top tier semiconductor manufacturers.

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials offers a broad array of products and services used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process.

Along with our broad array of advanced products, we rely on a corps of applications engineers to work directly with customers on specific applications. Technical and applications support are backed by technical service centers. FUJIFILM's investment in technical talent and equipment ensures optimal product characterization and quality in the face of the toughest customer requirements - whether in R&D or in customer applications.

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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