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Vice President of Advanced Patterning

In this unique role you will have the opportunity to drive innovations in advanced patterning for compute, automotive, industrial and consumer applications

Language

English

Sector

Electronics & Engineering

What you will do

Imec is an inclusive company with a rich legacy of leading-edge semiconductor research and development. We have a flexible, open, vibrant and informal work environment with a strong drive for excellence. You will work with an international team with broad exposure to the entire semiconductor world of leading IDMs, foundries, suppliers and system companies. We offer you the opportunity to impact all those companies by influencing their roadmaps and contribute to technologies that will have a positive impact on tomorrow’s society. You will grow, mentor and inspire a team of passionate researchers, students, post-docs and partners as you collectively shape future semiconductor technologies. We seek a candidate who thrives in a dynamic work environment, showcasing an adaptability to diverse projects or research topics. You’ll be a key team player, ready to support colleagues and tackle impactful projects within the timelines of our trusted global partners. As VP for Advanced Patterning, you will

  • Work closely with imec’s Compute Systems Scaling sector to define the technical strategy of the Advanced Patterning program and joint ASML-imec high NA EUV lab.
  • Create the roadmaps for advanced patterning working with ASML and other industrial partners, imec experts and academic researchers.
  • Create an inspiring vision for the advanced patterning organization aligned with the technical, business and operational needs of imec.
  • Articulate talent, equipment and software needs to support imec’s long term technical strategy relating to advanced patterning.
  • Drive innovation in technical areas of responsibility like patterning materials, novel patterning techniques, advanced overlay solutions, transpatterning, 3D metrology, OPC and Design.
  • Inspire, nurture, and grow talent to contribute to their fullest potential.
  • Enable partnerships with materials suppliers, metrology vendors, computational lithography tool suppliers to address the technical roadmap challenges in advanced patterning.
  • Support the different imec research programs and bilateral engagements in logic, memory, 3D interconnects, Photonics and Quantum on lithography, OPC, testsite design and tapeout services.
  • Execute on the different committed joint development deliverables with suppliers and funded projects by working closely with other expertise centers like the fab organization.
  • Enhance cross-functional collaboration by effectively engaging with other resource and thought leaders across different imec organizations.

What we do for you

We offer you the opportunity to join one of the world’s premier research centers in nanotechnology at its headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. With your talent, passion and expertise, you’ll become part of a team that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will determine the society of tomorrow.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and proud of our open, multicultural, and informal working environment with ample possibilities to take initiative and show responsibility. We commit to supporting and guiding you in this process; not only with words but also with tangible actions. Through imec.academy, 'our corporate university', we actively invest in your development to further your technical and personal growth.

We are aware that your valuable contribution makes imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are therefore appreciated by means of a market appropriate salary with many fringe benefits.

Who you are

  • You are truly passionate and excited by new technologies that will have a strong positive societal impact.
  • You have a deep expertise in some areas of advanced patterning with 15+ years in research and development
  • You have managed medium to large-sized teams, have excellent people management skills and proven industry leadership experience.
  • Your convincing communication style, your inspiring enthusiasm and your strong drive for results will help to create a collaborative environment that fosters knowledge, innovation and partner satisfaction.

How can we help?

The Leuven MindGate team is at your disposal for any questions about the Leuven Innovation Region. Do you want to invest, work or study in the region? We can help you find your way.

We also facilitate collaboration and innovation between companies, knowledge institutes and government within the Leuven Innovation Region, and we are happy to guide any of these stakeholders towards innovation.