Job Title:Lead Scientist, Formulation
Job Description:The RoleEntegris is currently seeking a
Lead Scientist, Formulation to join our
Formulated Solutions (FS) R&D group in the Technology & Innovation organization within our Materials Solutions (MS) Business. This position will be based in our facility.
In this role, you will apply broad technical expertise and in-depth knowledge of CMP and pCMP mechanisms to solve complex customer and product-development challenges. You will lead critical project deliverables, define experimental strategies, and translate structure-performance relationships into differentiated products and process solutions.
What You'll Do Technical Innovation & Product Development - Establish structure-property-performance relationships involving abrasive particles, oxidizers, inhibitors, complexing agents, polymers, surfactants, dispersants, and cleaning additives.
- Develop mechanistic understanding of material removal, selectivity, defectivity, corrosion, residue removal, particle removal, surface modification and formulation stability.
- Design and direct statistically robust experiments, including DOE and multivariate analysis, and integrate wafer, coupon, analytical, and formulation data to guide development decisions.
- Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for complex slurry, cleaning, process, equipment, scale-up, and customer-performance issues.
Product Commercialization & Customer Success - Partner with Cleanroom Engineering teams to design and execute CMP and pCMP evaluations on relevant films, substrates, test wafers, and patterned wafers.
- Work with CSDs (Chief Solutions Designers) to put together technical packages for discussions with external customers during TRMs (Technical Review Meetings)
- Support raw-material selection, formulation robustness, scale-up, technology transfer, product qualification, and New Product Introduction.
- Drive intellectual property creation through filing of invention disclosures, patent filing support, detailed technical documentation, and protection of proprietary know-how via trade secrets.
Technical Leadership & Operational Excellence - Provide technical mentorship to scientists, engineers, and technicians and help establish best practices for experimental rigor, data quality, and laboratory execution.
- Build productive global networks and influence technical direction across teams without relying on direct authority.
- Maintain exemplary EHS, chemical-handling, quality, and documentation practices and actively strengthen a safety-first culture.
- Travel up to 10%, including customer sites and global technology or manufacturing locations, based on business needs.
What We Seek - Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Surface Science, or a related field with a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience; OR a Master's degree with a minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 9+ years of relevant experience; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience in CMP slurry development, pCMP cleaning development, CMP process development, Wet Etch Formulations or closely related semiconductor surface-processing technology.
- Thinking out of the box and being innovative to understand novel concepts in surface chemistry, colloid and interfacial science, particle behavior under polishing, chemical-mechanical interactions, corrosion control, residue removal, and defect mechanisms; All the while maintaining high standards of Safety & integrity.
- Working knowledge of Electrochemistry to identify influence of slurry / pCMP cleaning components in minimizing or eliminating corrosion on metal layers.
- Proficient with statistical analysis tools like JMP / Minitab to develop robust screening DOEs and develop predictive models to define stable design space for formulations, while meeting customer requirements.
- Basic knowledge of latest AI tools and comfortable using in-house AI agents for speeding up innovation cycles.
- Experience connecting formulation composition and process conditions to removal rate, selectivity, defects, surface quality, cleaning efficiency, and product robustness.
- Experience with semiconductor materials such as metals, dielectrics, barrier or liner films, and advanced interconnect materials are preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technically complex information in English to global teams and customers.
- Strong commitment to laboratory safety, data integrity, intellectual property protection, and disciplined technical documentation.
What We Offer Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.
- Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match
- Compensation: $124,000-$150,000 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role
- Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
- Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year
- Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
- Education assistance to support your learning journey
- Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence
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.
