ALD EXPERT - THIN-FILM SPECIALIST

About the job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey . Position: Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) Experts Type: Contract Compensation: $84/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 10–40 hours/week Role Responsibilities • Contribute domain expertise across ALD process development , precursor chemistry, and thin-film characterization to build high-quality training and evaluation data. • Review and evaluate AI-generated scientific reasoning , catching errors and improving technical accuracy. • Design and solve challenging, expert-level problems in ALD and semiconductor processing. • Rate and rank model outputs against defined scientific criteria, with clear written reasoning. • Structure technical knowledge—process parameters, recipes, characterization results—into well-organized, model-ready data. • Deliver reliable, high-quality work within defined timelines. Qualifications Must-Have • Hands-on experience developing, optimizing, or troubleshooting ALD processes . • Deep knowledge of thin-film deposition for semiconductor or advanced-packaging applications. • A strong grasp of precursor chemistry and surface reaction mechanisms. • Experience with materials characterization ( XRD , SEM , TEM , XPS , ellipsometry , etc.). • An advanced degree ( PhD/MS ) or equivalent hands-on experience in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or physics. • Clear written English and the ability to explain technical reasoning precisely. Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete) • Upload resume • AI interview based on your resume • Submit form Resources & Support • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome • For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.