About the role
AI summarisedScientist/Senior Scientist to lead SiC crystal growth projects using Physical Vapor Transport (PVT) to develop semi-insulating substrates for RF and GaN devices.
ResearchOnsiteInstitute of Microelectronics
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage SiC crystal growth-related projects, including planning, execution, and reporting
- Develop and optimize crystal growth technologies for semi-insulating silicon carbide (SiC) wafers used as substrates for RF and millimeter-wave GaN devices
- Design, execute, and analyze SiC crystal growth experiments using physical vapor transport (PVT) and related growth techniques
- Develop physics-based, data-driven, and digital twin models to improve growth rate, resistivity control, and wafer uniformity
- Apply AI/ML methods and materials simulations to optimize crystal growth processes and predict material properties
- Characterize SiC crystals and wafers, including resistivity, defect density, crystal quality, and uniformity
- Collaborate closely with device, epitaxy, and integration teams to ensure material performance meets device requirements
- Troubleshoot processes and equipment to maintain tool performance and process quality using SOPs, OCAPs, FMEA, and SPC
- Guide equipment engineers in maintaining PVT and supporting tools to achieve tool uptime above 90%
- Document experimental results, prepare technical reports, and contribute to publications, patents, and project reviews
Requirements
- PhD in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline
- 3 - 5 years of hands-on experience in silicon carbide (SiC) crystal growth using the Physical Vapor Transport (PVT) method
- Experience with chamber-scale simulations for Physical Vapor Transport (PVT) processes
- Strong background in SiC materials science and characterization of SiC wafers
- Excellent communication skills, strong industry awareness, and proven problem-solving abilities
- Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Prior industry experience is an advantage