Research Scientist

Company Overview

Company Overview The SPTS division of KLA designs, manufactures and markets wafer processing solutions for the global semiconductor and related industries. SPTS provides industry leading etch and deposition process technologies on a range of single wafer handling platforms. End market applications include micro electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced packaging, LED, high speed RF device IC's and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation which develops industry leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. We provide advanced process control and process enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem solvers design solutions that move the world forward.

Job Description

Working as part of our Advanced Development team, the primary responsibilities of this role will be to develop novel plasma etch and deposition technology to meet both the current and future demands of KLA SPTS Division customers. This will involve generating new hardware/process concepts, modelling with a commercial simulation software package, as well as carrying out challenging hands on process development and hardware testing. You will be on a steep learning curve to understand process integration challenges for 3D Advanced Packaging, Photonics and Specialty applications, discussing requirements with development partners and creating solutions for future products. Additional responsibilities will include advising end users on system performance, preparing reports and technical notes, presenting data technical review seminars and building successful relationships. Good inter personal skills should complement the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy. There will be a strong focus on process development based on understanding/modelling of mechanisms, and detailed analysis of results, generating new process solutions and IP submissions. This position will involve a minimal amount of international travel.

Qualifications & Experience

• PhD level in chemistry, physics, materials science or semiconductor technology.
• Relevant experience working with plasma etch, CVD, PVD, ALD equipment.
• Good analytical skills including the ability to carry out metrology such as SEM.
• Knowledge of, and ideally experience with, end point techniques.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a small team.
• Experience of plasma modelling ideally HPEM.
• Experience with COMSOL , ANSYS, Quantamol or equivalent packages and DOE methodologies advantageous.

Benefits

• Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays).
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Cash health plan.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Global bonus plan.
• Share scheme.
• Rewards scheme.
• Life assurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact for accommodation requests.