Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Research Scientist (optics | metrology |Design | sensors | subsystems)(#108739)

Job Title: Research Scientist
Location: Milpitas, CA
Duration: Fulltime

Job description:
Responsibilities:
Responsible for definition, modeling, design, integration and characterization of optical inspection and metrology systems in semiconductor industry.

The ideal candidate is innovative thinker, with solid theoretical and experimental knowledge of physical optics, optical metrology, light sources and sensors, data analysis, signal processing. Capability to convert high-level system requirements into subsystem specifications is also essential. Combination of practical hands-on skills and system level thinking is a must.  Capable and willing to design, build and use optical lab setups as a proof-of-concept benches or component test beds.

The candidate needs to be a self-motivated individual with ability to multitask and work independently or in a team. Strong written and verbal communications skills are needed for extensive interactions with members of a multi-disciplinary global team.
Preferred Qualifications:
This position requires an MS or Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering or related field.

Background in any of the following is a strong plus: optical microscopy, optical design, near-field optics, EM modeling, opto-mechanical system design, optical metrology, interferometry, control systems, Monte Carlo simulation, and semiconductor processing.

Basic Qualifications:
MS in Physics,
OR
PhD in Physics or any Engineering or related field

Please send in your resumes to vinod.sanker@kla-tencor.com