MEMs process development scientist

Description

MEMS Process Development Scientist

Lexington, MA Lab/Cleanroom Based ️ Occasional Travel

Oxford Nanopore Technologies is seeking a MEMS Process Development Scientist to join our innovative New Platform Engineering team. Based in Lexington, MA, you’ll work at the forefront of microfabrication, developing pioneering MEMS structures that are vital to our world-leading nanopore sequencing technology.

This is a hands-on, lab and cleanroom-based role, offering the opportunity to work from initial concept right through to transferring innovations to late-stage development teams — and to work closely with internal scientists, engineers, and external manufacturing partners.

What you'll be doing:

Design, develop, fabricate, and test prototype MEMS structures at both die and wafer scale.

Optimize MEMS fabrication on ASIC (CMOS wafers).

Collaborate with flowcell, instrumentation, and manufacturing teams to define specifications and enhance system-level performance.

Support external manufacturing partners with your MEMS expertise.

What we're looking for:

A Master's degree (or higher) in engineering, physics, or a related discipline.

Hands-on cleanroom experience (Class 1000 or better).

Strong background in microfabrication, MEMS process development, and electronic sensors.

Skilled in microfabrication techniques like photolithography, etching, and metrology (SEM, profilometry, etc.).

Familiarity with semiconductor device physics, electronic measurement, CAD design tools, and nanopore sensing principles.

A highly analytical, curious, and adaptable mindset, with strong collaboration and communication skills.

Bonus skills:

Experience with nano-bioelectronics.

Finite Element Modelling experience.

Knowledge of CMOS-based systems and solution-phase sensing.

Compensation & Benefits:

The salary for this role is between $82,000 and $128,000 USD. The salary offered will reflect the skills and experience of the candidate. Certain roles within ONT are eligible for annual bonus and stock. These awards are allocated based on individual performance.

Employees based in the US have the option to choose healthcare benefits, and participate in the company 401(k) plan and company match. We also offer short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and commuter benefits to name a few.

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We select and employ candidates only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the duties of the job regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, color, age, disability, sexual orientation, military or veteran status. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact

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