Senior Research Scientist, EUV Lithography

Natcast (short for The National Center for the Advancement of Semiconductor Technology) is a new, purpose-built, non-profit entity created to operate the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) consortium, established by the CHIPS Act of the U.S. government.

Working at Natcast represents an opportunity to help extend America’s leadership in semiconductor technology, significantly reduce the time and cost of moving from idea to commercialization, and build and sustain a semiconductor workforce development ecosystem.

These efforts to advance semiconductor technology and seed new industries built on the capabilities of a wide range of advanced chips hold the potential to benefit the country and the world for generations to come.

In this role you will pioneer breakthrough advances in EUV lithography technology, leading critical research initiatives that strengthen America's semiconductor manufacturing capabilities at the CHIPS for America EUV Accelerator. 

Every day you will push the boundaries of lithography science, collaborate with industry leaders, and drive innovations that enable next-generation semiconductor devices while advancing U.S. technological leadership. 

To thrive in this role you must combine deep technical expertise in EUV lithography with strong research capabilities, demonstrating the ability to translate scientific discoveries into practical manufacturing solutions. 

Natcast, operating the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) stands at the forefront of America's semiconductor ecosystem. This unique public-private partnership unites industry leaders, academic researchers, and government stakeholders in advancing U.S. semiconductor capabilities through collaborative innovation. 

The Senior Research Scientist role at the CHIPS for America EUV Accelerator offers an extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing. Leading advanced research initiatives at NY CREATES' Albany NanoTech Complex, this position directly impacts the development of next-generation lithography technologies while collaborating with world-class researchers and industry partners. 

Responsibilities: 

• Conduct cutting-edge research in EUV lithography and semiconductor process integration 

• Collaborate with academic, industry, and government partners to develop breakthrough technologies 

• Lead technical projects aligned with NSTC research objectives 

• Develop and publish research findings in scientific journals, patents, and industry forums 

• Work closely with industry stakeholders to align research initiatives 

• Represent Natcast in scientific conferences, working groups, and consortia 

Required Skills and Experience: 

• PhD or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related field 

• 7+ years semiconductor R&D experience, with focus on DUV and EUV Lithography 

• Demonstrated expertise in DUV/EUV lithography, photomasks, metrology, and materials science 

• Experience with EDA methodologies and test structure design 

• Hands-on experience with lithography equipment and process integration 

• Proven experience with Si hardware execution in advanced fab environments 

• Strong background in cross-disciplinary research and consortium environments 

• Excellence in technical project management 

• Exceptional communication abilities 

Preferred Skills and Experience: 

• SiView MM/SM MES experience 

• Public-private research partnership background 

• Advanced semiconductor process scaling expertise 

• International research collaboration experience 

• Patent portfolio in lithography technologies 

Ready to advance semiconductor manufacturing through breakthrough lithography research? Join Natcast in developing the technologies that strengthen U.S. technological leadership. 

Natcast is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any protected attribute. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please let us know. 

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