Research Scientist: Plasma Etch & Deposition Innovations

KLA Corporation; Newport; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Newport, UK, is looking for a Research Scientist to join the Advanced Development team. The candidate will develop plasma etch and deposition technologies to meet customer demands. Ideal applicants should have a PhD in a relevant field and experience with plasma technologies. Responsibilities include process development, hardware testing, and advising on system performance. Competitive benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Annual leave starting at 25 days

Contributory pension scheme

Cash health plan

Cycle to work scheme

Global bonus plan

Share scheme

Rewards scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• PhD level education in a relevant discipline required.
• Ideally >3 years work experience or post-doc.
• Experience with plasma etch and related technologies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop novel plasma etch and deposition technologies.
• Work on hands-on process development and hardware testing.
• Advise end users on system performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Autonomous work

Modeling (COMSOL)

Knowledge of end point techniques

Education

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or Semiconductor Technology

Tools

CVD equipment

PVD equipment

ALD equipment

Job description

A technology company in Newport, UK, is looking for a Research Scientist to join the Advanced Development team. The candidate will develop plasma etch and deposition technologies to meet customer demands. Ideal applicants should have a PhD in a relevant field and experience with plasma technologies. Responsibilities include process development, hardware testing, and advising on system performance. Competitive benefits package is offered.