The Advanced Patterning Center (APC) is a joint initiative launched by imec and ASML to address the upcoming scaling challenges associated with the chip industry’s move towards single digit nanometer dimensions. The center is located at the imec campus in Leuven (near Brussels) and is expected to grow continuously over the next couple of years. For the APC we are looking for an (m/f) R&D Project Leader Advanced Patterning Center.

As R&D Project Leader you will develop project plans, estimate and coordinate resources, outline and drive project deliverables, manage project financials, organize workshops and meetings, ensure high levels of communication and technology transfer between imec and ASML.

Description

Company
Imec performs world-leading research in nano-electronics. Imec leverages its scientific knowledge with the innovative power of its global partnerships in ICT, healthcare and energy. Imec delivers industry-relevant technology solutions. In a unique high-tech environment, its international top talent is committed to providing the building blocks for a better life in a sustainable society. Imec is headquartered in Leuven (Belgium) and has offices in the Netherlands, Taiwan, US, China and Japan. Its staff of more than 1,850 people includes over 550 industrial residents and guest researchers. For our Process Technology (PT) unit we are currently looking for a (m/f): R&D Project Leader Advanced Patterning Center.

Job description
In your role as a R&D Project Leader, together with the Program Director and project technical owners, you will form the strategy of applications development for the ASML-IMEC Advanced Patterning Center. You will then translate the strategy into objectives and operational plans and request resources from the operational units to staff these plans. The execution of these plans will require your full attention. You will be steering a number of teams towards the achievement of their goals. As the research is done in various phases and involves multiple aspects – computational lithography, patterning process window optimization, lithography and etch fundamental studies, metrology and process control – you will ensure a smooth transition by interacting on a regular basis with the different participants and stakeholders of the Advanced Patterning Center. 

You will develop project plans, estimate and coordinate resources, outline and drive project deliverables, manage project financials, organize workshops and meetings, ensure high levels of communication and technology transfer between imec and ASML.

Profile
A proven track record of coordination skills in defining, planning, executing and reporting projects is required. A managerial track record is a plus. You are able to keep the overview of complex processes, work with deadlines and set priorities. With your pro-active and constructive attitude, mediation skills you instill enthusiasm within the research and development teams.

For this position, knowledge of semiconductor process technology/lithography is preferred, but not required. Additionally having a Master and/or a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or Chemistry is preferred, but not required.

Nr of positions available : 1

Research Fields

Engineering - Electrical engineering
Physics

Career Stage

Experienced researcher or 4-10 yrs (Post-Doc) 

Research Profiles

Recognised Researcher (R2) 

Benefits

We offer
A challenging position in an advanced high-tech environment, in an international, interdisciplinary team. The opportunity to contribute to technologies that will have an impact on the society of tomorrow. The salary is competitive and added with extra-legal benefits (meal vouchers, insurances, etc.). 
Furthermore, imec offers various training possibilities and social services, such as a company restaurant, the possibility of day care, and discounts in different sport clubs and shops.

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Interested? 
Apply online at www.imec.be/jobs.

Requirements

17/07/2015