5h ago

Research Associate - Thin Films

Menlo Park

$85k-$85k / yearest.

contractbiotech

🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll join a world-class team to execute advanced deposition and nanofabrication processes for thin-film materials discovery. Your work will generate high-quality experimental data driving AI-powered breakthroughs. This 12-month role offers potential to convert to full-time.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Execute thin-film deposition and nanofabrication processes using advanced equipment
  • Prepare substrates, manage process flows, and maintain detailed records
  • Perform basic structural and materials characterization to evaluate film quality
  • Troubleshoot process issues and iterate under senior guidance

📋 Requirements

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed PhD in materials science, physics, or chemistry
  • Strong background in nanofabrication or thin-film processing in research labs
  • Hands-on experience operating thin-film deposition or fabrication tools

✨ Nice to Have

  • Experience in cleanroom environments
  • Familiarity with sputtering, evaporation, PLD, or ALD
  • Interest in AI-driven discovery

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 🔬 World-class team collaboration
  • 💰 Well-funded with rapid growth
  • 📈 Ownership culture with no bureaucracy
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