What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Researcher, Exploratory Materials & Devices position 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.
In this role you will pioneer the future of semiconductor materials and devices at Natcast's CHIPS for America R&D Flagship Facility, leading groundbreaking research that defines next-generation semiconductor technologies.
Every day you will explore novel materials and innovative device architectures, collaborating with leading academics and industry partners while pushing the boundaries of what's possible in semiconductor technology.
To thrive in this role you must combine visionary scientific leadership with practical innovation skills, demonstrating both research excellence and strategic thinking while advancing America's semiconductor capabilities.
At Natcast's cutting-edge research facility, you'll lead a team of talented scientists in discovering and developing revolutionary materials and devices that maintain U.S. leadership in semiconductor technology.
Key Responsibilities
Scientific Leadership and Research :
- Lead groundbreaking exploratory research initiatives to identify and develop revolutionary semiconductor materials and devices.
- Drive novel materials development, optimizing performance properties for high-impact semiconductor applications.
- Guide the design and innovation of advanced device architectures, enabling transformative capabilities in electronics, photonics, and quantum technologies.
Collaboration and Partnerships :
Research Program Management :
Knowledge Dissemination :
Innovation and Strategic Planning :
Required Skills and Experience
Bonus Qualifications
Ready to shape the fundamental building blocks of tomorrow's semiconductor technology? Join our mission-driven team and lead the discoveries that will define the next generation of electronic materials and devices. Your pioneering research at Natcast will help secure America's technological leadership for decades to come.
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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