Senior Scientist, Analytics & Metrology

Job Title: Senior Scientist, Analytics & Metrology Job Description: The Role: As a Senior Analytics and Metrology professional in the SPI Laboratory, you will support R&D through scanning electron microscopy (SEM) imaging, sample preparation, and analytical testing, including ICP-OES analysis and Karl Fischer titration.

In this hands-on role, you will deliver high-quality images, reliable measurements, and accurate analytical data to support materials characterization and experimental evaluation. In this role you will: Prepare wafer and coupon samples and acquire SEM images to characterize surface morphology, features, and defects in accordance with testing requirements.

Conduct analytical testing and related measurements using ICP-OES analysis and Karl Fischer titration in accordance with established procedures. Follow safety, quality, and compliance standards within the laboratory environment Collaborate with engineering, R&D, and operations teams to support process monitoring and improvement through experimental testing and analysis, developing a clear understanding of experimental work, while maintaining accurate documentation and contributing to method development and validation.

Traits we believe make a strong candidate: Bachelor’s degree or higher in materials science, chemistry, physics, or a related engineering field. 3+ years of relevant experience in laboratory analysis, metrology, or semiconductor materials characterization. Hands-on experience operating SEM equipment to acquire high-quality, reproducible images, with the ability to assess image quality, document sample features, and identify imaging or measurement artifacts and anomalous results, is required.

Strong sense of ownership and responsibility in laboratory work. Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate with global engineering teams and a willingness to learn Your success will be measured by: Consistent delivery of high-quality SEM images and reliable analytical data that meet testing requirements.

Timely completion of sample preparation, imaging, and analytical testing in accordance with priorities and schedules. Complete, accurate, and traceable documentation of samples, instrument settings, images, and test results. Effective collaboration with R&D teams and timely communication of testing progress, anomalous results, and equipment issues.

Consistent compliance with laboratory EHS requirements and operating procedures.