Instrument Development Scientist

Instrument Development Scientist 
 

Company Overview: 
Elemental Scientific (ESI) is a global leader in high-performance automation and sample introduction systems for trace element analysis. We serve as a vital partner to the semiconductor industry, providing the specialized monitoring systems required for sub-ppt (parts-per-trillion) impurity detection in ultra-high purity (UHP) chemicals and water. As the semiconductor world moves toward smaller nodes and more complex architectures, ESI’s technology ensures the chemical integrity of the manufacturing process, supporting the world’s leading foundries and chemical suppliers in achieving maximum yield and performance. 

Position Overview: 

As an Instrument Development Scientist, you will play a key role in advancing our analytical technologies. Work with cross-functional teams to develop, optimize, and implement chemical analysis methods, focusing on trace metal detection and inorganic compound analysis. Your expertise will directly impact the semiconductor supply chain, ensuring that the tools and methods we develop can meet the rigorous "zero-contamination" standards required for modern microelectronics fabrication. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Prepare chemical compounds, test solutions, and reagents to conduct experiments aimed at lowering detection limits for semiconductor-grade chemicals.
• Advise and coordinate testing procedures to ensure accuracy and efficiency in cleanroom-compatible instrumentation.
• Innovate by developing and improving products, formulas, and analytical methods specifically designed for real-time monitoring of semiconductor fabrication processes.
• Collaborate with engineers and chemists to analyze data, interpret results, and develop standardized protocols for detecting impurities in complex matrices used in wafer processing.
• Support quality control processes to ensure products meet the stringent reliability standards of global semiconductor manufacturers.
• Document experimental findings in technical reports, prepare specifications, and establish testing standards for high-sensitivity instrumentation.

Qualifications: 

• A bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, engineering, or similar field.
• Hands-on laboratory experience with a strong foundation in experimental procedures. 
• Preferred experience in maintaining vacuum systems and mass spectrometers. 
• Familiarity with ICP-MS and its applications. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other computer skills.