KLA · 1 day ago
Research Scientist (E)
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$91K/yr - $155K/yr
0+ years expKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. They are seeking a Research Scientist to research and test new optical technologies for wafer inspection implementations and to work with engineering teams to implement new technologies.
ElectronicsInformation TechnologyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Research and test new optical technologies for wafer inspection implementations
Conceive new concepts based on solid physics understanding of light and material interaction and imaging theory
Validate concepts through modeling, simulations and experiments
Design and build optical imaging test benches for technology feasibility study
Design and conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, draw clear conclusions from multivariable data sets
Work with engineering team to implement new technologies
Qualification
Required
PhD in Physics, Material Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields
Experimental hands-on skills in lasers, optics design, solid state physics, electron optics or related fields
Exceptional skills in data analysis and communication
Experienced user of Matlab, familiar with Zemax
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Other voluntary benefits
401(K) including company matching
Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
Student debt assistance
Tuition reimbursement program
Development and career growth opportunities and programs
Financial planning benefits
Wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP)
Paid time off
Paid company holidays
Family care and bonding leave
Company
KLA
Kla creates tools and services that promote innovation in the electronics industry.
10001+ employees
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