Semiconductor R&D Chemist

Associate R&D Chemist - Semiconductors

External ID # 1311

Marlborough, MA- ONSITE

12 month W2 contract (with potential to extend or transition to perm)
Pay rate: $45-55/hr - Depending on Education and Experience (based on level)

Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity within the Advanced Circuit and Packaging (ACP) business for an associate R&D Chemist, located in Marlborough, MA.

**REQUIRED**

1. Organic synthesis OR polymer synthesis + analytical experience
   e. GPC or NMR. as long as willing to be trained for cleanroom in the future.
2. OR significant cleanroom experience
   that is willing to be trained on synthesis + analytical
3. The scope of this work is for BS or MSc degree holders, PhD candidates will be overqualified for this associate level job.

The Advanced Circuits and Packaging team develops new products that address technical challenges in the semiconductor packaging industry, supporting well-known, industry-leading fabricators producing world-class semiconductor devices. This role is suited for individuals with experience in lab operations and ideally in clean room environments performing synthesis, formulation, thermal analysis, coating, lamination, and material testing.

The position in the R&D Development group of ACP will focus on the development, optimization and commercialization of new products in a broad range including metal plating, photoresists and dielectric materials in the semiconductor industry.

This role will require hands-on execution of lab and clean room processing of material formulations, including coating, cure, metrology and analysis of wafer-level and panel-level material processing. Work to formulate new materials for testing, thermal analysis and sampling will also be required. These activities will support process window development, performance optimization, integration troubleshooting, and formulation development across multiple steps of semiconductor fabrication. An ideal candidate will also have introductory organic synthesis skills to support material development.

Key areas of focus will include: organic synthesis, formulation and filtration, analytical characterization (GPC, HPLC, SEM, Particle measurements, etc.), electrochemical analysis (CVS, Electroplating, Titration, etc.) and cleanroom & fab activities.

• This role will demand strong interpersonal relationships with other team members and requires good communication and analytical processing of experimental data.
• The successful candidate will drive evaluation and characterization aspects of critical projects and assist in data analysis and interpretation/presentation of key results, internally.
• The highest levels of ethical conduct, quality science, and adherence to our culture of safety is a prerequisite for success in this role.

Responsibilities:

• Associate investigator focusing on panel and wafer-level processing techniques, comfortable with exploring advanced/non-standard methods for unique applications.
• Adept at hands-on lab work, creative thinking, problem solving in a unique and fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Hands-on work in the lab for organic & polymer synthesis, purification, filtration, ion exchange and analytical characterization to support raw material supply and process development on the scale from 100 mL to 20 L.
• Support polymer synthesis in lab-scale to kilo-lab and pilot-scale.
• Develop and execute analytical methods to characterize raw materials and products.
• Support development of new formulations used in electroplating and Polymeric / Dielectric products for the microelectronics industry.
• Prepare lab-scale lacquer and formulation of products to support timely customer sampling.

Techniques/Skills:

• Analytical techniques include CVS, HPLC, UPLC, GPC, % solids, titrations, potentiostatic measurements, surface tension, cloud point, densitometer, and rheometer.
• Organic synthesis skills to support material development.
• Assume responsibility for execution of cleanroom workflows such as laminations, coatings, lithography and cure techniques, as well as thermal and mechanical analysis.
• Support Quality and Manufacturing for root cause investigations and customer complaints.
• Strict adherence to enhanced safety protocols and ability to work safely and participate in all group safety activities.
• Proper documentation including new methods, method validation, batch data, management of change, etc.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. or Associate degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or relevant fields with industrial lab experience
• 1-2 years of hands on organic synthesis experience to support polymer synthesis and development
• Hands-on industrial experience in semiconductor fab or similar environment and familiarity with material characterization, wafer-level metrology and/or thin film analysis
• Experience with thermal and mechanical analysis tools and techniques

• Understanding of analytical techniques used to characterize small organic molecules, polymers, and inorganic chemicals. Hands-on experience highly preferred
• Highly motivated and effective team player
• Strong data analysis skills; experience using JMP or other statistical tools is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse teams
• Demonstrated ability to work safely with hazardous chemicals

Strongly preferred

• Expertise with a diverse range of analytical equipment:
• Chemical, mechanical, thermal analysis
• Basic materials characterization
• Inspection equipment (confocal microscopes, scanning electron microscopes)

* Curiosity and excitement to learn beyond assignments, excellent problem-solving skills in a team environment
* Hands on organic and/or polymer synthesis experience to support materials development
* Experience with applications testing for quality control and reliability testing for material process qualification and QC release
* Hands-on experience in and enthusiasm for wafer-level or panel-level material formulation for the most demanding customers in the world.

What's In It For You?

We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401K Retirement Saving Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll
• Employee Discount Programs
• Referral Bonus Programs

Estimated Min Rate: $31.33
Estimated Max Rate: $44.75

What's In It for You?

We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

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