Optical Experimental Physicist

What we are looking for:

Nova seeks an Optical Experimental Physicist to drive early-stage innovation and explore cutting-edge technologies

.As part of the Advanced Technology Team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Nova’s future metrology solutions, as well as exploring opportunities in adjacent fields, by leading concept development and feasibility studies across multiple disciplines. This role is ideal for a hands-on physicist with broad technological exposure and a passion for turning novel ideas into practical solutions

.In this role, you will become an integral part of the organization, enabling innovation and advancing technological capabilities by partnering with cross-functional teams. You will work closely with R&D, engineering, and product teams, contributing to Nova’s long-term technology roadmap and future product portfolio

.This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of physics, optics, HW and SW technologies, identifying disruptive approaches and translating them into impactful solutions

. What will you be doin

• g: Lead and execute early-stage research projects to explore, validate, and de-risk new technological concepts through hands-on experimentation and simulat

• ionDesign, build, and optimize complex experimental setups, including optical and imaging syst

• emsConduct data analysis and develop algorithms using tools such as MATLAB and/or Pyt

• honIdentify emerging industry needs and proactively scout innovative and disruptive technolog

• iesCollaborate closely with cross-functional teams (R&D, engineering, product) to advance feasibility studies and concept developm

• entEvaluate and compare diverse technological approaches based on different physical princip

• lesPresent findings, insights, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and influence strategic decisi

• onsTake ownership of innovation initiatives and contribute to shaping Nova’s future technology road

map Requireme

• nts: M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Physics or a related engineering disci

• plineStrong hands-on experience with complex experimental setups and precision measure

• mentsProven experience with data analysis and algorithm development (MATLAB, Python, or similar t

• ools)Solid understanding of imaging systems, cameras, sensors, light engines, or o

• pticsDemonstrated ability to evaluate and compare technologies based on physical princ

• iplesExcellent experimental skills, including designing, building, and optimizing lab sy

• stemsExperience with cameras and optics (e.g., scanning cameras, CMOS sensors, light sou

• rces)Experience in optical and mechanical system d

• esignFamiliarity with semiconductor manufacturing processes or fab environ

• mentsKnowledge or experience in semiconductor metrology or process co

• ntrolExposure to multidisciplinary R&D environ

ments That special something you brin

• g in: Innovative and curious mindset with the confidence to challenge conventional so

• lutionsStrong problem-solving skills with a creative, out-of-the-box a

• pproachExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence in a matrix envi

• ronmentAbility to work independently as well as in multidisciplinar

• y teamsProactive, hands-on attitude with strong self-learning capab

• ilitiesDetail- and result-oriented with high ownership and account

ability Get to know us

better:Nova (NASDAQ: NVMI) is a global company and a leading provider of innovative metrology solutions for process control in semiconductor manufac

turing. With a team of ~1200 people in three R&D centers and 27 field offices, we bring insights into the world’s most advanced industry. We leverage multiple technology fields such as physics, optics, chemistry, and algorithms to develop hardware and software solutions that measure almost every advanced computer chip built in th

e world.Nova dives deep into dimensions and layers at the atomic level to extract unique insights and provide our customers with crucial decision-making data, managing critical challenges by providing unique, differentiated sol

utions. Our outstanding people-focused and innovative culture means every person at Nova has the power to make an impact and significantly redefine what people can achieve through tec

hnology.Join us if

you are A dreamer and brilliant high aimer who sees the impossible as the starting point and loves working in a multidisciplinary global team to create innovative breakt

hroughs.If you need assistance due to a disability, you may contact us at talent@no

vami.com