Staff Materials Research Scientist, PFAS Alternative Discovery
Core
Develop PFAS-lean or PFAS-free substitutes and formulations for semiconductor process and fab materials, serving the semiconductor manufacturing industry.
Role type
Staff Materials Research Scientist (Chemical Simulation)
Builds
Qualified PFAS-free chemical formulations and candidate molecules for semiconductor manufacturing processes
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Fluorochemistry / Materials Science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Fluorochemistry, Semiconductor process materials, Generative chemistry workflows, Python, High-throughput virtual screening, ML property prediction, Experimental validation, Partner engagement
Preferred skills
PFAS phase-out experience, Qualification protocol definition, Publications/patents in semiconductor materials, CHIPS Act program experience
Technologies
Python, DFT, Molecular dynamics, Generative ML
Responsibilities
Own the partner validation loop with external co-development partners; Run generative chemistry discovery workflows and rank candidates; Apply semiconductor domain judgment to validate lead molecules; Translate experimental feedback into technical improvements; Align targets across internal computational and ML teams
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic partner management
