Nova Application Scientist 

United States, Idaho, Boise 

634384410

Why Nova:

• Certified Best Places to Work from "Great Places to Work" in 2022, 2023 & 2024 (Rated by our employees) Top 30 in our industry category
• Doubled in revenue from 2020 to 2022
• Customer focus: We value building strong relationships. You'll be the face of Nova, working closely with customers to understand their needs.
• Continuous learning: We're passionate about growth. You'll gain in-depth knowledge of cutting-edge metrology tools, participate in industry trainings, and receive ongoing mentorship from experienced engineers.

• Develop metrology solutions and supply on-site application support and metrology solutions to End users in CMP, CVD, Grinding, Bonding and stacking process groups.
• To establish good technical relationship (and good communication channel) with customers, have comprehensive understanding of their process and issues.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge of the semiconductor industry, including future changes and trends.
• Remain involved and up to date with new metrology applications and products.
• Perform pre-sale demonstrations and presentations to customers.
• Help in developing new and current applications in close coordination with Nova Germany and/or other subsidiaries.
• Provide sales support and sales related information to the marketing group. Help gather next generation metrology needs and effectively communicate to HQ.
• Travel and support whole US sites for evaluations, periodic application activities, and tool acceptance activities.

What will make you succeed in the role?

• A strong background in metrology technologies, especially optical technologies highly desired Identify and lead penetration efforts with new products to increase the Nova market share.
• Must be able to work independently and also in team setting.
• Good communication skills.

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Physics, Material Science, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering or relevant experience. Minimum 2 years of experience with semiconductor process (wafer packaging, lithography, CMP, deposition, wet and dry etch), metrology, or inspection is preferred.
• Must be able travel both domestically and internationally (initial training for up to 1 month) and support activities. Travel time estimated 20-35%
• Strong analytical skills multi-tasking, good attitude, and high EQ.
• Proficient in English, both writing and verbal communications.

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