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Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) Experts

Mercor Mercor Part-timeRemote
Posted Oct 5, 2026 · ✓ Still open — checked 3 hours ago

Quick facts

Type
Part-time
Location
Remote
Hours
40+ hours / week
Background
PhD
Platform
Mercor — 291 open jobs
Typical pay at Mercor
$42–180/hour · median $85 (135 jobs on our site)
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Key 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.

You're a strong fit if you 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.

Role Details:

Type: Long-term, ongoing engagement
Engagement: Up to 40 hours/week (minimum 10)
Work arrangement: Remote (US-based)

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

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Mercor is an AI-driven hiring marketplace that places professionals on contracts with leading AI labs. You apply once, complete a short AI interview, and are then matched to open projects.