Who We Are

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe. We have an exciting opportunity at our Mesa, Arizona facility for a Senior Research Chemist in our CMP group!

With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, Taiwan, China, Korea and Japan, local sales offices throughout the world and on-site applications support, FUJIFILM Electronic Materials supplies the world's top tier semiconductor manufacturers with a broad array of products and services used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process.

The Role

The Sr. Research Chemist is responsible for the development and optimization of CMP slurry formulations to enhance performance and meet customer specifications. This role involves conducting research, designing experiments, and analyzing data to innovate and improve slurry compositions.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Lead efforts to develop and optimize chemical-mechanical polishing (CMP) slurry formulations tailored for various applications, including new types of films and substrates.
• Create and iteratively refine slurry formulations through experimental design and analysis.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate formulation improvements into existing applications and manufacturing processes.
• Ensure the quality and consistency of product through rigorous testing and quality assurance checks.
• Simultaneously manage multiple projects and drive them to completion with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Communicate complex concepts effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay up to date with advancements in CMP technology, polymer chemistry, surface science, and other related fields.
• Manage individual projects, including setting goals, timelines, and milestones.
• Stay highly organized and handle multiple tasks and projects efficiently.
• Learn quickly and maintain readiness for new challenges in slurry formulation.
• Work independently in the lab environment and direct technicians to support project needs.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Surface Chemistry, Materials Science or Colloidal Science is required.
• Minimum 1-2 years prior research and development and/or project management experience in the semiconductor industry is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience designing and optimizing formulations is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor wafer processing, particularly chemical-mechanical polishing (CMP).
• Expertise in polymer synthesis, characterization, and structure-property relationships.
• Proficiency in surface and thin film characterization techniques, including XPS, SEM, AFM, and ellipsometry.
• Familiarity with colloidal science principles and techniques for the stabilization, characterization, and manipulation of colloidal suspensions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, meet deadlines, and coordinate cross-functional teams effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Proficient in data analysis and interpretation, capable of making decisions with incomplete information.
• Willingness to stay updated with advancements in CMP technology, polymer chemistry, surface science, and colloidal science through self-learning and participation in seminars, workshops, and conferences.
• Adaptability to changing project requirements, quick learning of new techniques or technologies, and thriving in a dynamic and fast paced research environment.
• Highly self-motivated, creative individual with a passion for research and development leading to high-impact practical applications products for the semiconductor industry.
• Fast learning capability for the new challenges
• Excellent communication, data collection, time management and organizational skills required.
• Proficiency in office software such as MS Excel, Word, PPT and Outlook required.
• Must be highly organized and have ability to handle multiple tasks and projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, while also being able to work independently and provide leadership when necessary.
• Job may require standing and working in the lab for substantial parts of some days.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time.
• This is a safety-sensitive position that requires candidates to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening prior to employment. One of the essential job functions is the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

MENTAL & EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Resilience - Adapting well in the face of workplace stressors, the ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations, the ability to remain poised under all circumstances, the ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual.
• Communication - The ability to successfully and professionally express and exchange ideas and meanings with all levels of employees in the organization, the ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including customers/clients, the ability to work as an integral part of a team, ability to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust.
• Reasoning and decision-making - The ability to understand, remember and follow verbal and written instructions, the ability to reason logically and make sound decisions.
• Comprehension - The ability to complete tasks without direct supervision, the ability to simultaneously address multiple complete problems.
• Organizational skills - Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy, the ability to work and sustain attention with distractions and interruptions, the ability to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines or productivity quotas.

FUJIFILM Electronics Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is part of the Fujifilm family – a company that has been evolving and transforming for more than 85 years. Fujifilm is focused on four strategic business areas: Advanced materials, including electronic materials for semiconductor manufacturing; Imaging; Healthcare; and products and services to support Business Innovation. As a global company, Fujifilm has revenues of $21 billion, with 310 group companies and 73,275 employees worldwide.

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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