Research Engineer, Semiconductor
Periodic Labs · Menlo Park, CA
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Bio & Science AIonsite$220k–$300k
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
- visa sponsorship
- Yes, we sponsor visas and will do everything we can to assist in this process with our legal support.
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