Researcher (Thin Film Deposition)

Job description

Air Liquide Laboratories is one of the main R&D centers of the Air Liquide group. Its goal is to develop new and innovative solutions for the entire Air Liquide group. Air Liquide Laboratories is located at Innovation Campus Tokyo, inaugurated in March 2019. The new facility promotes collaboration with customers, start-up companies and academic partners. It gathers researchers and workers from all around the world in order to promote a multicultural work environment and skills diversity. The Campus develops the latest thin film deposition and etching technologies for applications in electronics, batteries and fuel cells, as well as strategies and solutions for the entire supply chain, production, purification, storage, transportation and distribution of low carbon hydrogen. "Within the framework of the R&D strategy and roadmap, support or perform research projects in labs, whatever the research subject, in order to develop technologies and innovations for our internal and external clients. Lab could be considered as internal Lab or external partnerships (eg. universities, start-ups) EXCLUDE : HC Preclinical trials functions (should be coded in the Group Job : "Preclinical & Clinical Trial (HC)" How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are seeking a highly motivated Researcher specializing in Thin Film Deposition to contribute to innovative projects at K.K. AIR LIQUIDE LABORATORIES. This role involves developing and optimizing thin film processes for advanced materials applications. Job Responsibilities * Design, execute, and analyze experiments for the deposition of various thin films using techniques such as ALD and CVD. * Characterize deposited films using a range of analytical tools (e.g., XRD, SEM, XPS, AFM, ellipsometry, electrical measurement) to evaluate their structural, morphological, electrical, and optical properties. * Develop and optimize thin film deposition processes to achieve desired material properties and functionalities for specific applications. * Collaborate with internal and external teams to integrate thin film materials into device prototypes and evaluate performance. * Maintain detailed records of experimental procedures, results, and analyses, and prepare technical reports and presentations. * Stay abreast of the latest advancements in thin film deposition technologies and materials science through literature review and conference participation. * Ensure adherence to safety protocols and best practices in the laboratory environment. Are you a MATCH? * Ph.D. level, Master degree or equivalent in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. * Proven experience (typically 3+ years post-Ph.D. or equivalent industrial experience) in thin film deposition techniques, particularly ALD and/or CVD. * Strong expertise in thin film characterization methods and data interpretation. * Hands-on experience with vacuum systems and thin film deposition equipment. * Demonstrated ability to design experiments, analyze data, and troubleshoot technical issues. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly. * Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment. * Knowledge of statistical process control and design of experiments (DOE) is a plus. About Air Liquide A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health, Air Liquide is present in 78 countries with approximately 64,500 employees and serves more than 3.8 million customers and patients. Oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter and energy. They embody Air Liquide’s scientific territory and have been at the core of the company’s activities since its creation in 1902. Our Differences make our Performance At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.