Senior Quantum Materials MBE Engineer

Advanced Heterostructure Growth: Develop, implement, and optimize MBE growth recipes for semiconductor-superconductor heterostructures; Execute experiments to control interfaces, composition, strain, and defect density; Improve materials quality through iterative refinement of growth conditions and process parameters Materials-Device Feedback & Experimentation: Design and execute data-driven experiments linking growth conditions to materials properties and device outcomes; Contribute to the growth → structure → properties → device feedback loop; Analyze and interpret experimental results to guide subsequent growth and process optimization Tooling & Diagnostics: Operate and maintain UHV MBE systems and in-situ diagnostics (e.g., RHEED, spectroscopy); Support upgrades and improvements to MBE tools and measurement capabilities; Ensure reliable operation and high data quality from characterization tools Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with nanofabrication, characterization, theory, and device teams to align on process requirements; Communicate experimental results and materials insights clearly to diverse stakeholders; Support integration of materials advances into device fabrication flows AI-Enabled Materials Development: Apply modern AI/ML tools to improve experiment planning, analysis, and optimization: Contribute to automation frameworks for data analysis and reporting Other Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 1+ year(s) experience in industry or in a research and development environment, could include completion of a post doctoral research position As stated in the job posting, this position requires verification of citizenship or other protected status to meet legal requirements of the role. If the role requires US citizenship, as indicated in the job description, a valid US passport must be provided to verify your citizenship. If the role requires US Person status, as indicated in the job description, US citizens must provide a valid US passport for verification while lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may complete this verification using green cards or other status documents, as applicable. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency (e.g., performance modeling and analysis, research gathering, day-to-day task automation). Ability to work in an “AI-first” environment using modern AI tools to accelerate discovery through hardware development. PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or related field AND 0-2+ years of experience in industry or advanced R&D OR Master's degree AND 3-5+ years of relevant experience Hands-on experience with: Experience designing and executing controlled experiments and analyzing data Experience with semiconductor-superconductor hybrid materials or III-V semiconductors Experience improving materials quality, interface control, or reproducibility