Job Number:

25770

Functional Area:

Research -

Engineering Department:

MIT.nano

School Area:

VP Research Pay Range Minimum:

$89,000

Pay Range Maximum:

$173,000

Employment Type:

Full-Time Temporary Employment Category:

Exempt Visa Sponsorship Available:

No Schedule:

Pay Grade:

No Grade Posting Description

PROGRAM ENGINEER, FABRICATION

, MIT.nano , to support the Technical Concierge Service of the Northeast Microelectronics Coalition (NEMC) Hub. This role combines expert-level technical matchmaking, cross-facility coordination, hands-on microfabrication and characterization work; will help translate early-stage concepts into manufacturable processes by connecting users with the most appropriate facilities, expertise, and resources across the regional microelectronics ecosystem; serve as a key interface between academic researchers, industry partners, government organizations, and startups, ensuring efficient Lab-to-Fab translation and play a critical role in strengthening the regional microelectronics ecosystem, enabling researchers and innovators to rapidly access the infrastructure and expertise required to move ideas from concept to manufacturing. A full job description can be found here: https://mitnano.mit.edu/opportunities/mitnano-job-opening-program-engineer-fabrication Job Requirements

REQUIRED

: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, materials science, applied physics, microelectronics, or a related field; a minimum of seven years of related experience in a research environment (including graduate student experience); hands-on experience with two or more microfabrication processes (e.g., lithography, etching, deposition, packaging, or device processing & testing); experience with materials or standard device metrology techniques relevant to microelectronics; strong ability to evaluate technical problems and propose practical experimental or fabrication pathways; and excellent communication skills and ability to work with multidisciplinary teams across academia and industry.

PREFERRED

: PhD in a related field; experience working in shared research facilities or user laboratories; experience developing SOPs or training materials; familiarity with semiconductor device fabrication, heterogeneous integration, or advanced packaging; and knowledge of regional and national microelectronics infrastructure networks. This is a one-year appointment with potential for extension based on funding. 6/5/2026