Research Associate Co-Op - ICPS

Entegris • Aurora, IL

4d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Our site in Aurora, IL is seeking a Research Associate Co-Op - ICPS to join our team for the Spring 2027 season. This assignment is intended to be 6 months in duration. In this role, you will provide laboratory support and assist in the development and commercialization of commercially viable products for chemical-mechanical planarization (CMP) applications at Entegris. This role will be responsible for performing wet lab experiments, lab-based polishing experiments, product reliability tests, formulation experiments, fundamental wet-chemistry or instrument studies, data collection/summarization/analysis, and maintenance of the laboratory.

Requirements

• Some experience with hands-on wet chemistry techniques and instrumentation for characterization
• Proven track record of safe laboratory practices and methodology
• Hands-on experience in particle and surface science analysis techniques such as PSD, zeta potential, contact angle, and thin-film measurements.
• Self-motivated and driven to succeed; demonstration of flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment; Good oral and written communications skills
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams) and familiar with basic statistical analysis using Excel, Minitab, JMP, etc.
• Able and willing to work in a laboratory environment at least 80% of the time
• Must be a currently enrolled student
• Available to work 40 hours a week, M-F (8a-5p) beginning in January through June
• Must be familiar with the university’s requirements to participate in a co-op program

Nice To Haves

• Working towards a BA/BS or MS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related field
• Expected graduation year in 2027 or 2028

Responsibilities

• Execute appropriate experiments in slurry and cleans formulations characterization and testing, measurement method development or process development.
• Competently execute the experiment plans set by scientists and engineers in the team.
• Accurately analyze experimental data by applying appropriate statistical tools; propose conclusions based on experience.
• Summarize data into an impactful & readable format.
• Occasionally seek new methods to improve data collection, analysis, and quality.

Benefits

• Compensation: $20-$30/hour range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role
• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level