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Material Scientist, TEM and Microanalysis

HRL
Malibu, California
Full Time
Posted October 29, 2025
$133k - $166k
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Job Description

The Material Scientist will lead research and development efforts involving the design, fabrication, and characterization of nano-scale semiconductor devices using advanced electron microscopy techniques, while supporting process development, failure analysis, and mentoring junior staff in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and drive R&D efforts involving design, fabrication, and characterization of nano-scale quantum-effect semiconductor devices
  • Investigate semiconductor devices using S TEM and related analytical electron microscopy techniques
  • Develop and refine microscopy characterization methods and advance microscopy techniques
  • Identify failure modes of novel semiconductor devices using advanced characterization methods and inform process development
  • Support materials characterization, process development, and failure analysis in collaboration with senior technical staff
  • Mentor junior staff on microscopy, process development, and failure analysis best practices
  • Present technical ideas and results through presentations, reports, publications, and research proposals

Requirements

  • Three (3) years of experience with microscopy techniques such as High-Resolution Transmission Electron Microscopy (HR-TEM), High-Angle Annular Dark-Field Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy (HAADF-STEM), Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS), and Electron Energy Loss Spectroscopy (EELS).
  • Ph.D. in Materials Science Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields.
  • US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance.

Benefits & Perks

Base salary range: 132,765 - 165,983 USD
Bonus benefits
Work environment perks (implied through industry standards and workplace policies)

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