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Senior Scientist I (Failure/Reliability Analysis), IME

A*STARSingaporePosted 16 May 2026

A*STAR is seeking a Senior Scientist I specializing in failure and reliability analysis for GaN-based RF devices. The role involves designing and performing experiments to determine root causes of failure using advanced analytical techniques like SEM, TEM, and FIB-SEM. The candidate will lead FMEA activities, manage reliability qualification, and mentor junior testing engineers. The position requires a deep technical background in semiconductor failure analysis and proficiency with JEDEC standards.

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Experience

7+ years

Function

Research

Work mode

Onsite, Singapore

Company

Tier 2

What you will work on

A*STAR is seeking a Senior Scientist I specializing in failure and reliability analysis for GaN-based RF devices. The role involves designing and performing experiments to determine root causes of failure using advanced analytical techniques like SEM, TEM, and FIB-SEM. The candidate will lead FMEA activities, manage reliability qualification, and mentor junior testing engineers. The position requires a deep technical background in semiconductor failure analysis and proficiency with JEDEC standards.

TAL's take

Quality 65/1005/5 clarityTier 2 company

Role at a prestigious national research agency involving specialized failure analysis for semiconductor devices with clear technical requirements.

Highly specific job description outlining technical techniques, domain (GaN/RF), and clear responsibilities in failure and reliability analysis.

Must haves

  • PhD in EE, Materials Science or Physics, or MS in EE with 10+ years
  • 7+ years of FMEA experience in the semiconductor industry
  • In-depth understanding of FMEA techniques like wet or plasma etching
  • Hands-on experience with analytical techniques (SIMS, XPS, SEM, FIB-SEM, TEM, AFM)
  • Understanding of JEDEC qualification standards

Tools and skills

fmeawet etchingplasma etchingsimsxpsaessemfib-semtemafmjedec standards

Nice to have: wide-bandgap devices, gaas, gan, wbg device physics.

About the company

A*STAR is a renowned public research agency in Singapore, categorizing it as a tier 2 institution in the context of global eng/research impact.