Semiconductor Process Engineer – ALD
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ALD semiconductor process consultant supporting 24-MAG’s advanced AI research initiative. Developing expert technical data, evaluating scientific reasoning, and analysing deposition and materials processes.
Responsibilities:
- Apply hands-on expertise in Atomic Layer Deposition process development, optimisation, and troubleshooting
- Analyse deposition parameters, process windows, film properties, and surface-reaction behaviour
- Work with thin-film processes relevant to semiconductor and advanced-packaging applications
- Evaluate technical trade-offs involving deposition conditions, materials selection, and process performance
- Apply precursor chemistry and surface reaction knowledge
- Interpret materials characterisation data using XRD, SEM, TEM, XPS, and ellipsometry
- Assess film composition, morphology, thickness, uniformity, interfaces, and related material properties
- Design and solve expert-level ALD and semiconductor-processing problems
- Review AI-generated scientific reasoning for technical accuracy and completeness
- Identify errors in deposition physics, chemistry, process design, and materials analysis
- Rate and rank model outputs using defined scientific criteria
- Structure process parameters, deposition recipes, characterisation results, and scientific knowledge into organised technical data
- Develop reference material for model training and evaluation
- Translate specialised semiconductor-process expertise into precise written explanations
- Deliver reliable work according to defined project timelines and quality standards
Requirements:
- Experienced semiconductor and materials professional with hands-on expertise in Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD), thin-film processing, precursor chemistry, and materials characterisation
- Hands-on experience developing, optimising, or troubleshooting ALD processes
- Deep knowledge of thin-film deposition for semiconductor or advanced-packaging applications
- Strong understanding of precursor chemistry and surface reaction mechanisms
- Experience interpreting thin-film and materials characterisation results
- Familiarity with XRD, SEM, TEM, XPS, ellipsometry, or comparable characterisation techniques
- Practical understanding of semiconductor processing and materials integration
- Strong scientific reasoning and problem-solving skills
- Clear written English and ability to explain complex technical decisions precisely
- Availability for at least 10 hours per week
- Current residence in the United States
- MS or PhD in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, or closely related discipline is highly relevant; equivalent advanced hands-on professional experience may also be considered
- Research or industry experience involving deposition processes and semiconductor materials is particularly valuable
Benefits:
- Fully remote within the United States
- Flexible weekly hours
- Long-term, ongoing engagement
- Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise
- Potential workload of up to approximately 40 hours per week depending on availability and project needs
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