Materials Analyst, Microscopy
$78,000–$90,000 year
On-siteRaleigh, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Prepare high-quality, site-specific TEM lamella using Dual Beam FIB-SEM systems for novel materials and advanced semiconductor devices. Perform SEM imaging to support sample navigation, preparation, and quality verification while managing multiple client samples against defined turnaround commitments. Collaborate with internal teams and clients to optimize workflows and maintain consistent output in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This hands-on role supports advanced materials and semiconductor analysis for clients across multiple industries. Evening shift structure from 5pm to 2am applies with a 10% differential.
Required Qualifications
- U.S. Citizen
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science & Engineering or a related field
- Hands-on experience operating Dual Beam FIB-SEM systems
- Working knowledge of electron microscopy principles (SEM/TEM)
- General understanding of semiconductor device physics and failure analysis concepts
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably
- Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods of time (4 or more hours)
- Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively
- Ability to remain in a stationary position 90% of the time
- Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions
- Ability to communicate with visitors
- Ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota
- Must be able to occasionally move about inside the office or laboratory to access file cabinets, machinery, equipment etc.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 90% of the time
- Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting
- Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with visitors, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota
Desired Qualifications
- Demonstrated expertise in TEM lamella preparation, including lift-out and site-specific techniques
- Advanced SEM imaging experience
- Prior experience supporting high-throughput or production laboratory environments
- Clear, timely technical communication with internal teams and external clients
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