Semiconductor Process Analyst

OUR STORY
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THE OPPORTUNITY
In the role of Process Analyst you will participate in technical content build projects, as well as work on projects undertaken in support of our Intellectual Property clients. The work is largely focused on analysis of devices manufactured with advanced semiconductor process technologies and patents related to these technologies. In addition, you will participate in, support and guide research and technical analysis activities. You will also provide technical input and patent analysis for technical content projects for Intellectual Property clients, and actively monitors technology trends.
In this role you will work with technologies within your area of expertise; however, as demands necessitate, you may be required to participate in other technical domains.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Project scoping and proposal development

• Work closely with the Program Managers to gather requirements for project proposals
• Provide technical support during project proposal preparation both during and after the project scoping phase

Technical analysis projects

• Act as project leader for the technical analysis projects
• Prepare lab work orders based on the approved scope of work, and evaluate lab results
• Perform technical analysis of the semiconductor process technology
• Select report content and write customer-facing reports
• Through reverse engineering results, evaluate patents for their use in semiconductor industry and for supportability
• Perform claim analysis and claim element mapping to selective devices to produce Evidence of Patent Use documents
• Verify technical content of reports prepared by other team members

Monitor technology trends and developments

• Support broader project teams through monitoring technology trends, process/materials development and device research in main area of technical expertise
• Participate in and attend conferences and other events as a representative of TechInsights to both gather and share technical knowledge

WHO YOU ARE

• Relevant semiconductor industry experience or equivalent academic experience
• Knowledge base must include at least one of the following areas:
  
  • Manufacturing processes for advanced CMOS, with emphasis on FinFET
  • Manufacturing processes for DRAM, 2D/3D NAND, NOR flash memory
  • Manufacturing processes for emerging memory (ReRAM, ST-MRAM, PCRAM, FeRAM)
• In addition to one of the above, knowledge of any of the following manufacturing processes would be an asset: CMOS Image Sensors, BCDMOS, MEMS, III-V semiconductors, Display panels like LCD, OLED, LED, and advanced packaging methods.
• An understanding of the limitations and advantages of analytical techniques, including SEM, TEM, EDS, EELS, SIMS, FTIR, Raman, SRP
• Experience in intellectual property services such as patent filing, prosecution, technical support for licensing, patent brokerage etc. is an asset
• Strong analytical skills combined with ability to handle multiple concurrent projects and work well with cross functional teams
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills

As part of the recruitment process for this position, you will be required to submit your latest citizenship and/or permanent residency information. This information will be used to comply with U.S. Export Control Laws and Regulations.
 
WHY WORK WITH US

• High growth company driven by high performance
• Competitive pay and generous benefits (medical, dental, vision, wellness, RRSP/401K Matching)
• Expected salary: $92,000 – 103,500 CAD
• Flexible vacation policy
• Annual fitness reimbursement
• Strong sense of camaraderie, mutual respect and shared goals among colleagues
• Support for community through charitable alliances
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Wellness resources and support from management