AFM Applications Scientist – Semiconductor Metrology£48,000 – £55,000 + EMI Share Options + Private Healthcare + PensionAre you an AFM specialist who enjoys solving complex measurement challenges and pushing technology beyond its current limits?
We're looking for an AFM Applications Scientist to help develop and demonstrate the capabilities of our industry-leading Rapid Probe Microscope (RPM) technology.
Working at the forefront of semiconductor metrology, you'll play a key role in developing new measurement techniques, improving system performance and supporting the next generation of semiconductor manufacturing.This is a rare opportunity to combine scientific curiosity, applications development and advanced instrumentation within a highly collaborative team of scientists and engineers.If you're passionate about Atomic Force Microscopy and want to work on technology that genuinely advances semiconductor innovation, we'd love to hear from you.What you'll be doingDeveloping innovative AFM measurement techniques for advanced semiconductor applicationsDesigning and executing experiments to demonstrate new product capabilitiesImproving data acquisition, measurement performance and system accuracyAnalysing measurement data and identifying opportunities for system optimisationCollaborating with software, hardware and systems engineering teams to enhance product capabilitiesSupporting product development through hands-on experimentation and technical investigationActing as a subject matter expert on AFM applications and nanoscale measurement techniquesHelping translate customer challenges into practical technical solutionsContributing to the development of future product capabilities and application workflowsSupporting customer demonstrations and technical evaluations when requiredWe're particularly interested in people with experience in:Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)Semiconductor MetrologySemiconductor Process CharacterisationSurface AnalysisNanoscale MeasurementMaterials CharacterisationScientific InstrumentationAdvanced MicroscopySemiconductor Process ControlEssential ExperienceHands-on Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) experienceDeveloping, optimising or troubleshooting advanced measurement techniquesWorking with complex scientific or engineering instrumentationExperimental design, data interpretation and technical problem solvingCollaborating with multidisciplinary technical teamsStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsWillingness to undertake occasional international travelNice to haveSemiconductor manufacturing or semiconductor process development experienceAFM applications within semiconductor environmentsScanning Probe Microscopy (SPM)Electron Microscopy or complementary characterisation techniquesData analysis and scientific programming skillsSemiconductor inspection, defect analysis or process control experienceExperience working in a scale-up or fast-growth technology companyQualificationsDegree, Master's or PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Engineering or a related scientific disciplineEquivalent commercial experience gained through AFM applications, scientific instrumentation or semiconductor metrology environmentsWhy join Infinitesima?




Infinitesima develops world-leading Atomic Force Microscopy technology designed specifically for semiconductor manufacturing applications.Our Rapid Probe Microscope (RPM) technology enables high-speed nanoscale measurement, helping semiconductor manufacturers solve increasingly complex process challenges as device geometries continue to shrink.You'll join a highly skilled team where your expertise will directly influence the development of next-generation metrology solutions used across one of the world's most technologically advanced industries.This is an opportunity to become deeply involved in cutting-edge AFM technology development rather than simply operating existing instrumentation.Our strength lies in the varied perspectives that come from different cultures, experiences, and identities.
We believe that true innovation is fuelled by collaboration, locally and globally.
We strive to foster an environment where everyone can contribute meaningfully and thrive.Location and work pattern: All of our new UK team members are asked to work on site here at Abingdon during their first three months with us.
We offer adaptable, hybrid working where possible upon completion of probation.A note on how we run interviews: We use AI only to transcribe our interviews so we can focus fully on you instead of scribbling notes.
The AI does not take part in any decision making at any stage.
All hiring decisions are made by real humans based on the conversation we have with you.
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📌 Afm Apps Scientist - Semiconductor Metrology (Melbourne)
🏢 Infinitesima
📍 Melbourne