Job Title:
Research Associate
The Role
Entegris is currently seekingaScientist I, ResearchAssociateto join ourResearch & Development ICPS NAteam. This position will be based in ourAurora, Illinoisfacility.
In this role, you willprovide laboratory support andassistin the development and commercialization of commerciallyviableproducts for chemical-mechanical planarization (CMP) applications at Entegris. This role willbe responsible forindependentlyperformingwet lab experiments,lab-based polishing experiments, product reliability tests, formulation experiments, fundamental wet-chemistry or instrument studies, data collection/summarization/analysis, and maintenance of the laboratory
WhatYou’llDo
Conduct small-scale polishing experiments to assess product performance and reproducibility
Participate in lab test method development and run laboratory tests for characterizing CMP slurries
Plan and execute experiments to understand slurry behavior suchas;colloidal stability, shelf stability, and pot-life stability
Perform preliminary interpretation of datain order torecognize and correct test abnormalities, and present results to the team
Prepare slurry samples and coordinate production for polishing experiments with the pilot plant
Uphold and follow strict laboratory safety requirements and policies
Maintain and control inventory of chemicals used for experimental products
Collaborate with colleagues in the maintenance and upkeep of laboratory tools and instruments
WhatWeSeek
BA/BS in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Material Science, or Engineering Technology.Recentcollegegradsare welcome to apply!
Hands-on experience with wet chemistry techniques and instrumentation used in chemistry laboratories.
Demonstrated ability to execute experiments and analyze basic data
Excellent time management
Ability to communicate effectively in a candid and professional manner.
Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word,PowerPoint).
Why Work at Entegris
Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.
Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background,experiences and perspectives. Weleveragethe differences of our employees to bringnew ideasto the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-makingprocess is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at everylevel of the organization. We put our values at the core of how weoperateas anorganization — not just whenit’sconvenient, but in a lasting and meaningfulway. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact onyourlife inside and outside of the office.
WhatWeOffer
Ourtotalrewardspackagegoesaboveandbeyondjustapaycheck.Whetheryou’relooking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help youachieve your goals.
Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.
At Entegris we are committed toprovidingequal opportunitytoall employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.
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