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 Metrology R&D Chemist!  

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 Metrology R&D Chemist will be responsible for developing & validating new analytical methods for the evaluation and characterization of finished product, raw materials & intermediates, and the processes used to manufacture and manage them.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Employee is responsible for developing statistically and technically sound analytical test methods for the use in the characterization of the company’s existing chemical portfolio, new chemistries in development and the processes by which both are generated.
• In addition to finished product, employee is responsible for characterizing raw material, intermediates and various aspects of supply chain using a combination of standard and non-standard test methods.
• Advancement of current metrology capabilities thru focused pursuit of identified technology and performance targets.
• Participation in establishing global alignment of quality processes and procedures.
• Employee is also responsible for participating in customer initiated projects which may include, but is not limited to, process/product excursions resulting in task force activities, quality system improvements (PCS specification revisions) and continuous improvement efforts and associated roadmap generation and adherence.
• Throughout the before mentioned activities and upon their completion, the employee will be responsible for communicating their activities, the data collected and their conclusions both verbally and in writing
• Employee will have specific roles & responsibilities for selecting & establishing Long Term Stability monitors (LTS).
• Other position related activities include direct support of QC Laboratory Personnel and Quality Systems in the form of advanced troubleshooting, mentorship and peer review including periodic review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

REQUIREMENTS

• The position requires a BA/BS in a Chemical related or other Physical Science discipline
• 3 to 5 years of experience in the semiconductor field or in a R&D/production laboratory environment is required.
• If candidate possess an MS or Ph.D., then experience requirement is decreased to 2 or 0 years, respectively.
• Candidate must be able to effectively manage their activities amidst an environment of changing and often competing priorities.
• The candidate must also exhibit good communication skills within different functional groups, and will be relied on to lead and direct the work of others.
• Instrumentation and analytical skills experience preferred - GC/GCMS, IC/ICMS, HPLC/UPLC/LCMS, GFAA, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, FTIR, UV-Vis Spectrophotometry, Electrochemical and wet chemistry techniques. Emphasis on ICP-MS.
• 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, U.S.A., Inc. 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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