SEM-Microscopy Technician- Position

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SEM-Microscopy Technician-Contract Position

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• Collect, prepare, image, and document the structure and/or composition of nanostructures related to semiconductor devices.
• Manage the queue of samples and cleaving/analysis instructions from the Process Engineering staff
• Sample preparation by hand cleave and micro-cleaver using tweezers
• Sample highlighting including but not limited for dilute Hydrofluoric Acid
• Imaging sample features utilizing Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
• Collecting compositional feature data utilizing Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX)
• Communicating imaging results to the Engineering staff
• Development and optimization of analysis techniques
• Train new users on sample Preparation and Analysis Equipment
• Update and maintain Training and certification documents for sample Preparation and Analysis Equipment
• Actively participate and contribute to continuous SEM Operations efficiency improvement

• BS degree in Physical Science or equivalent experience is required
• Previous hands-on experience with X-SEM
  • Hitachi SEM experience is greatly preferred
• Proficient use of handling samples < 5mm with tweezers required
• Experience working in a Lab environment is desired
• The unrestricted right to work in the USA is required

Job duties include the preparation and handling of small samples for analysis. The candidate should be comfortable manipulating small samples (less than 5mm) and tools (tweezers, screwdriver, scribe, etc.) under a microscope.

Ability to work

Compressed Work Week Night Shift (i.e. 6pm - 6am) and weekends is required.

$18.08 - $24.21

Individual pay is determined based on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skills, job-related knowledge, relevant education, certifications, and/or training. In addition to base salary, we offer (full time regular employees) a comprehensive benefits package and for certain roles eligibility in our bonus plan and long-term incentives as applicable. The talent advisor can share more details about total compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

Diversity creates an innovative culture. TEL US is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.