Semiconductor Specialist

Mercor
San Francisco, CA
Category Research
Job Description
Role Overview

As a Semiconductor Specialist, you will contribute domain expertise across synthesis, characterization, fabrication, and device physics to build high-quality training and evaluation data. You will review and evaluate AI-generated scientific reasoning, design and solve challenging problems, and deliver reliable work within defined timelines.

What You Will Do

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include contributing domain expertise, reviewing AI-generated scientific reasoning, designing and solving problems, and delivering high-quality work within defined timelines.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires hands-on experimental experience, strong materials or device characterization skills, and clear written English. You will have the opportunity to work on challenging problems and contribute to the development of high-quality training and evaluation data.

Requirements

  • Hands-on experimental experience in inorganic synthesis, superconducting materials, or semiconductors and advanced packaging
  • Strong materials or device characterization skills (XRD, SEM, TEM, spectroscopy, electrical/transport measurements)
  • An advanced degree (PhD/MS) or equivalent hands-on experience in materials science, chemistry, physics, or a related engineering field
  • Clear written English and the ability to explain technical reasoning concisely
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