Program Engineer- MetrologyCharacterization

Posting Description

PROGRAM ENGINEER METROLOGY/CHARACTERIZATION to support the Technical Concierge Service of the Northeast Microelectronics Coalition (NEMC) Hub; combine expert-level technical matchmaking cross-facility coordination and hands-on microfabrication and characterization work; help translate early-stage concepts into manufacturable processes by connecting users with the most appropriate facilities expertise and resources across the regional microelectronics ecosystem; serve as a key interface between academic researchers industry partners government organizations and startups ensuring efficient Lab-to-Fab translation and play a critical role in strengthening the regional microelectronics ecosystem enabling researchers and innovators to rapidly access the infrastructure and expertise required to move ideas from concept to manufacturing.

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Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelors degree in electrical engineering materials science applied physics microelectronics or a related field; a minimum of seven years of related experience in a research environment (including graduate student experience); demonstrated experience with materials and device characterization techniques such as electrical measurements (IV/CV) microscopy (SEM AFM) spectroscopy (e.g. XPS Raman) or thin-film/materials analysis; strong understanding of metrology principles including calibration measurement uncertainty repeatability and data integrity; strong ability to evaluate technical problems and propose practical experimental fabrication and measurement-driven validation pathways; and excellent communication skills and ability to work with multidisciplinary teams across academia and industry. PREFERRED: PhD in a related field; experience working in shared research facilities or user laboratories; experience developing SOPs or training materials metrology protocols and documentation standards; experience correlating process parameters with characterization data and device performance metrics; and knowledge of regional and national microelectronics infrastructure networks.

This is a one-year appointment with potential for extension based on funding.

6/4/2026