KLA

Semiconductor Manufacturing

ResearchScientist

$320–500k ~AI est. Migdal Ha'emek, Israel FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Research Scientist at KLA. Skills: Optical metrology, Experimental physics, Theoretical optics. Propose novel concepts. Develop creative solutions”

What You'll Achieve.

Demonstrate proof-of-concept; Guide next-generation products; Guide roadmap

Industry & Context.

Semiconductor Manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

Tackling hard problems

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field, Deep theoretical knowledge in optics, Knowledge of physics of light-matter interaction, Hands-on experimental track record, Design and build optical setups, Run complex experiments, Close loop between theory and experiment, 5+ years research experience, Simulation and modeling skills, Scientific record of publications/patents, Excellent scientific communication skills, Independent, creative thinker, Scientific rigor

Nice to Have

8+ years research experience, Background in high-precision optical measurement, Experience transitioning research concepts to product

What You'll Do.

Propose novel concepts

Develop creative solutions

Design optical experiments

Build optical experiments

Run optical experiments

Derive theoretical models

Validate models experimentally

Collect data rigorously

Analyze data rigorously

Interpret data rigorously

Formulate conclusions

Formulate recommendations

Guide next-generation products

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Within the team; Across functions

Communication Scope

Written communication; Verbal communication

Full Job Description

**Company Overview** KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us. **Group/Division** With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Optical Metrology Division products are used for optical overlay metrology. The portfolio of products includes unique solution packages which are based on hardware and software systems to enhance yield and effectiveness. As a world leader in its field of expertise, the division's products are the most advanced in performance (measurement accuracy of nanometers and below), reliability, ease of use and

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