Social network you want to login/join with:Principal Scientist Advanced Patterning-Lithography, Leuvencol-narrow-leftClient:ASMLLocation:Job Category:Other-EU work permit required:Yescol-narrow-rightJob Reference:0c353d0ec724Job Views:5Posted:12.08.2025Expiry Date:26.09.2025col-wideJob Description:Introduction to the jobASML is looking for a Principal Scientist for the Technology Development Center (TDC) at IMEC. The Technology Development Center extends ASML’s R&D activities in imaging technology, leveraging deep understanding of patterning and process integration for microelectronics in order to determine future opportunities for ASML’s product roadmap.The role of the TDC is to:Understand, anticipate, develop and provide context for lithography and patterning advancementMaintain technical contacts within the lithography and patterning community worldwideAssist in complex, multi organizational and predictive problem solvingProvide a technical resource to ASML Senior ManagementAdvance and mentor internal technologistsJob MissionDevelopment of ASML's future products requires a technical leader level understanding of the litho aspects of patterning in the semiconductor industry. Therefore, we are building up a team of patterning experts who have been technical leaders with either our customers or other semiconductor suppliers, and who will work at IMEC for ASML on advanced patterning. The Principal Scientist Advanced Patterning-Lithography will own the lithography aspects of customer patterning roadmaps for ASML, and, along with System Engineering (SE), drive the implications of those roadmaps within the BLs (business lines) of ASML.Role and responsibilitiesManages the definition and implementation of the lithographic aspects of patterning experiments aimed at lithography and metrology development within ASML and IMEC.Drives associated IP, anticipates and (replicates where needed) customer problems with end goal of driving SE and BL product groups towards high value problemsSponsors programs to be run in imec-ASML Advanced Patterning Center aimed at uncovering N+3 litho requirements (takes leading role in program definition)Leads teams to combine top down and bottom up aspects of complex analyses (i.e. ability to solve complex puzzles without having all key information available)Understands overview of all processing modules (e.g. scanner, OR deposition/etch tools, OR CD SEM, ebeam metrology tools, OR reticle fabrication and use) and has specialized in two to a high enough technical level of proficiency to be able to impact ASML’s product roadmapHas a strong relationship with customer/suppliers and understands the needs and applications of the customersFocuses on the technical trends for the next 3 – 10 yearsActs as a technical program leader and is capable of having high impact on strategic decisionsBalances multiple high visibility projects and is capable of driving results into appropriate parts of ASMLManages many strategic uncertainties and is able to nonetheless manage cross sector development/opportunitiesGenerates significant IP (>2 per year)Leads the competence teams on a professional and technical basisEducation and experienceMaster degree with typically 15+ years of experience, or PhD degree with typically 12+ years of experience15+ years of technical experience in lithography.Over 10 years of experience in leading technical teams.Personal SkillsExpert level analytical skillsAdvanced technical leadership skillsAbility to develop, execute and communicate a strategic plan to executive level stakeholdersOther informationContext of the positionThe position is in the Technology Development Center (TDC) and reports to the Director ofThe Principal Scientist works across sectors on (S) VP level of e.g.: Development & Engineering (D&E), BL APPS including Brion and HMI, DUV and EUV, System Engineering (SE), Research.The Principal Scientist serves as consultant to Fellows, VP Technology and CTO, as well as acting as an external spokesperson for TDC and ASML.The Principal Scientist provides technology development oversightto ASML.Please note that position will be based in Leuven, Belgium.Diversity and inclusionASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.Need to know more about applying for a job at ASML? Read our .
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