2026 New College Grad - Chemist III (PhD)

Engineers at Applied enjoy a diverse and exciting work experience—no two days are the same and the challenges are complex and interesting. You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the semiconductor and display industries, partnering with our globally recognized R D teams on state-of-the-art research and development projects. Visit our Engineering Careers page to learn more about engineering at Applied.

Role Responsibilities:

• Design, collect data, analyze, and compile reports on complex process engineering experiments
• Perform hardware characterization on a variety of systems
• Measure film properties, organize data, and interpret data
• Troubleshoot moderately complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis, and resolve moderately difficult process engineering issues
• Generate internal documentation for products, presentations, and technical reports
• Interact with customers to resolve process engineering issues
• Identify, select, and work with vendors and suppliers
• Implement new technology, products, and analytical instrumentation ​

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduating with a PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or a related field.

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship or related field experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience
• Able to solve complex problems and take a new perspective on existing solutions
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus
• Flexible and adaptable mindset who thrives in a results-driven culture Comfortable withe fast-paced and intense working environment.

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Education:

Bachelor's Degree ### Skills ###

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Years of Experience:

4 - 7 Years ###

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Shift:

10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America) ### ###

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time ### ###

Relocation Eligible:

Yes ###

Referral Payment Plan:

None Salary Range:

$138,000.00 - $190,000.00 The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement. Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.