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Research Scientist - Epi
940725
Engineering
Cree, Inc.
Durham
NC
27701
US
Permanent
Full Time Position

0
08/16/2010

Job Description:

Research Scientist

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the development, improvement and integration of new epitaxial growth processes for III-N LED products. The successful candidate will be a resourceful hands-on problem solver with the capacity to quickly grasp and resolve a wide range of technical problems while managing one of more development efforts. The person should thrive in a high pressure, deadline-oriented atmosphere.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with team of scientists, engineers, and technicians to develop and transfer into production new epitaxial growth processes for III-N LED products.
Lead process improvement projects and coordinate process transfers to production teams. 24x7 MOCVD reactor and process ownership.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field is required. 0-5 years experience in semiconductor industry in manufacturing or R&D capacity required.
Strong written and oral communication skills required.
Self-starter, able to manage multiple projects with minimal guidance.
Able to adjust to changing priorities and schedules.
Willing/able to learn and perform as necessary all tasks related to epitaxial growth (e.g. epitaxial layer characterization, equipment maintenance, experiment design and scheduling).
Able to summarize data and communicate findings quickly to support 24x7 R&D operation process.
Thrives in a high-pressure deadline-oriented atmosphere
Must have a "whatever it takes" attitude.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Data analysis skills and experience with Access and JMP.
Prior hands-on experience with characterization techniques such as photoluminescence, capacitance-voltage, Hall, double crystal x-ray diffraction, SEM, EDS, and/or SIMS.
Relevant work experience such as III-N epitaxial layer growth or III-V LED experience is desired but not mandatory.

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