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Research Engineer, Semiconductor

Periodic Labs · Menlo Park, CA

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Bio & Science AIonsite$220k–$300k
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At a glance

Highlights

  • Own device-level validation taking novel thin-film stacks to measured performance.
  • Run short-loop experiments linking materials and interfaces to device behavior.
  • Translate customer needs into experimental plans in cutting-edge materials work.

What they offer

  • Equity

Ideal candidate

Hands-on device engineer with industry background who thrives in fast, ambiguous startup settings and loves connecting materials to real device outcomes for customers.

Requirements

  • MS or PhD in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field plus relevant industry experience
  • Semiconductor industry experience in device development or process integration, IDM, foundry or memory background strongly preferred
  • Strong command of device physics and integration flows with track record in short-loop test vehicles
  • Hands-on fabrication experience spanning lithography, thin-film deposition, etch and metrology
  • Deep understanding of how materials selection and interface quality drive device performance
  • Proficiency in probe-station measurement plus ability to build custom electrical test setups
  • Startup-ready mindset able to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environment
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Lab profile

About Periodic Labs

AI and physical sciences company building state-of-the-art models to accelerate breakthroughs in materials and energy.

What they build

  • State-of-the-art AI models for scientific discovery

Known for

  • Materials science
  • Energy
  • Semiconductors
  • Lab automation

Key facts

  • Backed by world-class investors
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