Senior Physicist (m/f/d) - for semiconductor industry

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

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Strengthen the ICT CTO team shaping the next generations of electron beam column technology.

Join our R&D CTO division at the forefront of semiconductor metrology innovation. In this role, you will help define and advance the long-term eBeam technology roadmap-developing concepts, exploring breakthrough technologies, and driving the scientific foundation for future electron beam systems used in advanced process control.

Key responsibilities

• Develop concepts and technological foundations for next-generation eBeam systems.

• Integrate emerging technologies and innovations that enhance eBeam product performance.

• Contribute to the strategic direction of the eBeam technology roadmap, addressing future semiconductor process control challenges.

• Analyze and optimize electron optical systems using advanced simulation and mathematical modelling.

• Conduct feasibility studies, prototypes, and experimental testing in lab or cleanroom environments.

• Lead cross-functional, cross-team development projects.

• Initiate and manage collaborations with industry partners and academic research institutions.

• Evaluate scientific and industrial research trends to identify technological opportunities and risks.

• Support IP and patent coordination by identifying innovation potential and contributing to invention disclosures.

• Foster cross-team innovation, technical excellence, and knowledge sharing across the organization.

• Work closely with an international, multidisciplinary team and external development partners

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PhD or MSc) in physics, electrical engineering, materials science, or a related scientific field.

• Experience in simulation, numerical modeling, and strong programming skills (e.g., Python or MATLAB).

• Ideally, deep knowledge in particle beam system development (electron optics, high-voltage systems, vacuum technology, emitter technologies).

• Understanding of semiconductor process control is advantageous.

• Demonstrated experience in complex system development, from design and simulation to prototyping and testing.

• Experience in planning and executing technical projects.

• Fluent English; intermediate German is a plus.

• Creative, analytical, and results-oriented working style.

• High level of initiative, ownership, and organizational skills.

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The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

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