303324 Formulation Lead Chemist (CMP slurries, chemical formulations)(竹東實驗室)

Legal entity: Versum Materials Technology, LLC Taiwan Branch
Work Location: 竹東應用實驗室

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lead Chemist leads daily laboratory activities supporting CMP slurry formulation development, polishing performance improvement, and internal and external customer needs. This role combines hands-on chemistry with laboratory operations management, including resource allocation, safety compliance, chemical inventory, consumables, equipment, and administrative coordination.

YOUR ROLE

• Prepare, modify, and optimize CMP slurries and chemical formulations for polishing projects and customer sample requests.
• Plan and execute experiments, beaker tests, sample preparation, and laboratory analysis according to test plans.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and support the maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment and analytical instruments.
• Analyze data, document results, and support R&D in formulation development and product transfer.
• Coordinate laboratory space, personnel, equipment, chemicals, samples, and consumables according to project priorities.
• Ensure laboratory readiness, efficient resource utilization, and timely execution of experiments.
• Promote laboratory safety and ensure compliance with EHS requirements, risk assessments, PPE, chemical handling, storage, and waste procedures.
• Manage chemical and consumables administration, including ordering, receiving, labeling, inventory, expiration tracking, storage, and disposal.
• Maintain laboratory records, safety documentation, equipment records, inventory data, and other required administrative documents.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of customer requests, complaints, technical issues, and laboratory problems.
• Coordinate with R&D, polish and formulation laboratories, operations, suppliers, and other internal stakeholders.
• Support administrative activities and continuous improvement initiatives for the Taiwan Technology Center.

WHO YOU ARE

• Master's / Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in chemical formulation, semiconductor manufacturing, laboratory operations, or a related area.
• Practical experience in laboratory experimentation, chemical handling, and formulation or slurry preparation.
• Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety, chemical storage, and waste handling.