Research Scientist

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Initiate technical ideas to improve SiC Crystal growth
• Develop technical approaches, schedules, and deliverables with detailed project plan 
• Work closely with other R&D Engineers and implement innovative solutions to SiC crystal growth
• Develop next-generation SiC growth technology
• Deliver results with an expedited timeline 
• Establish, review, and update both short-term and long term experimental plans 
• Utilize statistical tools to characterize technological processes and determine process reliability and “bottlenecks”.  Analyze process/product failure modes. Provide rapid feedback to the SiC production team
• Readily communicate the ideas, experimental and analytical results to the team in an open and timely manner to accelerate the technology progress
• Perform fundamental research related to SiC crystal growth
• Be an expert in analytics tools and data analysis
•  

Education & Experience

• PhD in Materials Science/Physics/Electrical Engineering/Chemical Engineering with Semiconductor knowledge.  
• 7-10  years of experience in the semiconductor industry

Skills

• Knowledge of technical processes used in the fabrication of single crystal substrates such as crystal growth, slicing, and polishing
• Independent thinking, hands-on experience in a semiconductor environment
• Analysis skills, including data mining, yield analysis, DOE, and SPC
• Understanding of crystal growth principles and related physical/chemical phenomena, including thermodynamics of chemical reactions, heat and mass transfer
• Knowledge of scientific principles and practice of crystal characterization, including electrical, optical and x-ray characterization methods
• Self Starter attitude
• Must have excellent communication, documentation and presentation skills
• Expert in statistical analysis tools

Working Conditions

• Normally 9-5
• May require longer working hours in order to complete mission critical tasks

Physical Requirements

• Hands-on work
• Must be able to lift 25 lb. parts

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.