Senior Application Scientist, Process Chemical Discovery
Core
Scientific bridge between AI-driven generative chemistry discovery workflows and external industrial partners to validate PFAS-free semiconductor process materials.
Role type
Senior Materials Research Scientist (IC)
Builds
Decision-ready shortlists of candidate molecules for semiconductor manufacturing applications (via careerplan.io/jobs/e9c00259-b893-40c2-b04a-4c8b9f4cf327-senior-application-scientist-process-chemical-discovery-at-sandboxaq)
Domain
Semiconductor materials / Chemical engineering / AI for Science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Generative molecular design, High-throughput virtual screening, ML property prediction, Python for workflow configuration, Industrial R&D formulation qualification, EHS specification knowledge
Preferred skills
PFAS phase-out experience, Semiconductor unit process knowledge (lithography, etch, CMP), Qualification protocol definition, Publications/patents in fluorochemistry
Technologies
Generative ML, Physics-based simulation (DFT, molecular dynamics), Large Quantitative Models
Responsibilities
Manage partner validation loop and define target specifications, Run generative chemistry workflows and rank candidates, Translate experimental feedback into technical improvements, Assess workflow outputs against process constraints, Align internal team targets with partner criteria
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC