Hybrid Senior Research Program Manager, EUV at Natcast

Natcast (short for The National Center for the Advancement of Semiconductor Technology) is a new, purpose-built, non-profit entity created to operate the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) consortium, established by the CHIPS Act of the U.S. government.

Working at Natcast represents an opportunity to help extend America’s leadership in semiconductor technology, significantly reduce the time and cost of moving from idea to commercialization, and build and sustain a semiconductor workforce development ecosystem.

These efforts to advance semiconductor technology and seed new industries built on the capabilities of a wide range of advanced chips hold the potential to benefit the country and the world for generations to come.

Senior Research Scientist & EUV Program Manager

Albany, NY

In this role you will drive breakthrough semiconductor innovation at America's first CHIPS for America R&D Flagship Facility, leading advanced research initiatives while managing EUV Accelerator programs that enable member access to cutting-edge lithography capabilities.

Every day you will conduct cutting-edge research, manage complex EUV programs, and foster collaboration across the semiconductor ecosystem to accelerate technological advancement through both hands-on innovation and strategic program leadership.

To thrive in this role you must combine deep technical expertise with program management excellence, demonstrating the ability to both drive sophisticated research and orchestrate member engagement with EUV capabilities.

Natcast stands at the forefront of semiconductor research and engineering, serving as a crucial hub for innovation in the U.S. semiconductor ecosystem. Through the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC), Natcast drives technological advancement through collaborative partnerships, cutting-edge facilities, and a commitment to maintaining U.S. leadership in semiconductor technology.

This position plays a dual role in advancing semiconductor innovation through hands-on research and EUV program leadership. The role requires sophisticated technical expertise combined with strong program management capabilities to drive breakthrough innovations while ensuring successful member engagement with EUV Accelerator initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead advanced semiconductor research initiatives

• Manage EUV Accelerator member programs

• Drive silicon execution at Albany NanoTech facility

• Develop novel fabrication techniques and processes

• Coordinate member access to EUV capabilities

• Oversee EUV program delivery and execution

• Foster collaboration with industry partners

• Publish research findings and secure patents

• Guide cross-functional technical teams

• Represent Natcast in scientific forums

• Ensure alignment with member needs

• Drive EUV program adoption and success

Required Skills and Experience:

• Ph.D. or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field

• 10+ years semiconductor R&D experience

• Strong expertise in advanced lithography

• Experience with silicon execution

• Excellence in process integration

• Strong program management capabilities

• Publication and patent track record

• Experience with EDA methodologies

• Demonstrated research leadership

• Hands-on fabrication experience

• Member/customer engagement expertise

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• EUV lithography experience

• SiView SM/MM MES experience

• Consortium research background

• Public-private partnership experience

• Complex program management expertise

• Industry collaboration track record

Ready to advance semiconductor innovation through groundbreaking research and EUV program leadership? Join our team and help develop the technologies and programs that will strengthen domestic semiconductor capabilities for generations to come. Apply now to contribute to this critical mission!

Natcast is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any protected attribute. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please let us know. 

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