Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) Experts
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)
- Apply
- Free to apply — never pay to get AI training work
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.
About Mercor
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.