Staff Scientist, Deposition Processes

R Staff Scientist, Deposition Processes (Open)

Location:

Newark, DE (ICD) - R&D
- Electronics The Innovation and Development Division (IDD) drives the innovation strategy for the Hubs and Operations, and contributes to the Group's transformation. It is responsible for imagining, developing and incubating new solutions until they are brought to market, particularly when it comes to offers with a high technological content (including digital and IT). IDD gathers more than 3,000 employees from 70 nationalities at 60 sites.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? Innovation enables Air Liquide to open up new markets, develop its industry and create new solutions for its customers. Research and Development, the driver of innovation, contributes to the development of technologies and processes that open up new prospects and strengthens the Group’s competitive position.

The Air Liquide R&D network is made up of 8 research centers spread over 3 continents. Overall, there are 1000 researchers of more than 35 nationalities developing innovations in the areas of industry, environment, healthcare and electronics.

The Customer Processes
- Electronics group at the Innovation Campus Delaware (ICD) focuses on Semiconductor material development and supports AL Electronics businesses. Material development comprises of (1) design, synthesis, characterization electronic materials, (2) development of Atomic layer deposition processes for Air Liquide precursors and (3) design, characterization and development of various etching processes for Etchants. The team is is both multidisciplinary and multinational from a variety of countries around the world including the US, Canada, India, China, Taiwan, Vietnam.

The successful candidate will drive innovation by spearheading the design and development of next‑generation precursor molecules and deposition processes for the semiconductor manufacturing industry. Acting as a primary technical authority, they will autonomously drive independent, hands‑on R&D investigations focused on the deposition of dielectric materials, metals, and complex alloys via ALD and CVD techniques. Deep, hands‑on mastery of ALD tools, advanced metrology, and film characterization is essential, as this role is expected to conduct rigorous experimental work, solve complex multidisciplinary problems, and integrate state‑of‑the‑art knowledge to advance Air Liquide's competitive position.

As a global market leader in gases, technologies, and services for the tech sector, Air Liquide Electronics is the engine driving the next generation of digital evolution. We partner with the world's foremost semiconductor, flat panel display, and photovoltaic manufacturers, supplying the ultra‑pure carrier gases and advanced molecules essential to making technology smaller, faster, and more energy‑efficient.

Our innovations sit at the heart of today's most exciting tech megatrends—from Artificial Intelligence and 5G to autonomous mobility—all while actively advancing sustainability and decarbonization within the semiconductor ecosystem.

By joining our passionate global team, you will enter a collaborative, learning‑focused environment where your unique talents are championed and your everyday work directly shapes the future of how the world connects.

At Air Liquide, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Air Liquide is Hiring for a Staff Scientist
- Newark, DE. We are looking for you !

• Comprehensive Family Benefits:
  Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents:
  We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access:
  Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment ( Day 1 for Air Liquide) / Your benefits start after just 1 day of employment.

• Safety Leadership:
  Lead work groups to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement by applying technical expertise and a sound understanding of IMS requirements.
• Deposition Process…