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This position will be based in our Aurora, Illinois facility.\nIn this role, you will provide laboratory support and assist in the development and commercialization of commercially viable products for chemical-mechanical planarization (CMP) applications at Entegris. This role will be responsible for performing wet lab experiments, lab-based polishing experiments, product reliability tests, formulation experiments, fundamental wet-chemistry or instrument studies, data collection/summarization/analysis, and maintenance of the laboratory.\nWhat You’ll Do\nWith minimal guidance competently execute appropriate experiments in slurry and cleans formulations, measurement method development or process development. Competently execute the experiment plans set by scientists and engineers in the team. Able and willing to work in a laboratory environment at least 80% of the time. \nAccurately analyze experimental data by applying appropriate statistical tools; propose conclusions based on experience. \nWith minimal guidance, summarize data into an impactful & readable format. \nOccasionally seeks new methods to improve data collection, analysis, and quality. \nContributes to lab safety and operational efficiency, including leading safety committee teams, and conducting calibrations and internal preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment. \nWhat We Seek\nMinimum BA/BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related field required \n1-3 years of experience with hands-on wet chemistry techniques and instrumentation for characterization \nProven track record of safe laboratory practices and methodology \nDemonstrated ability to execute experiments and analyze basic data \nHands-on experience in particle and surface science analysis techniques such as PSD, zeta potential, contact angle, and thin-film measurements. \nSelf-motivated and driven to succeed; demonstration of flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment; Good oral and written communications skills \nKnowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams) and familiar with basic statistical analysis using Excel, Minitab, JMP, etc. \nWhy Work at Entegris\nLead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.\nNot everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization - not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.\nWHAT WE OFFER \nOur total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. 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