Student Process Specialist, Texas Institute Electronics

Job Posting

Title:

Student Process Specialist, Texas Institute for Electronics

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Hiring Department:

Texas Institute for Electronics

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

30

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2026

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth.

Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing.

With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we’reat the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city’s innovative spirit.

UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include:

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs:
  Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through Linked In Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses with staff
• For more details, please see:
  Benefits | Human Resources and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources

Must be eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

The Student Process Specialist will support research and development activities involving advanced microfabrication and hybrid bonding technologies. This position offers hands‑on experience in a state‑of‑the‑art cleanroom environment and is ideal for current master’s students interested in semiconductor manufacturing, microfabrication processes, and experimental research.

• Perform semiconductor processing activities in a cleanroom environment while following all safety and operational procedures.
• Assist with photolithography mask design, ordering, and wafer patterning activities.
• Prepare silicon, glass, and other substrates by applying photoresist coatings using spin coating equipment.
• Operate lithography and related fabrication equipment to process 4-inch to 8-inch wafers.
• Develop and inspect photoresist patterns using appropriate processing methods and chemicals.
• Execute and document Design of Experiments (DOE), maintaining accurate records of process parameters and results.
• Other duties as assigned

• Currently enrolled in a master’s degree program at The University of Texas at Austin or another accredited institution.
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment.
• Familiarity with semiconductor processing or microfabrication techniques.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to accurately document…