Senior Vice President of Research

Natcast (short for The National Center for the Advancement of Semiconductor Technology) is a new, purpose-built, non-profit entity created to operate the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) consortium, established by the CHIPS Act of the U.S. government.

Working at Natcast represents an opportunity to help extend America’s leadership in semiconductor technology, significantly reduce the time and cost of moving from idea to commercialization, and build and sustain a semiconductor workforce development ecosystem.

These efforts to advance semiconductor technology and seed new industries built on the capabilities of a wide range of advanced chips hold the potential to benefit the country and the world for generations to come.

Role: Senior Vice President, Research

Location: Remote to start, with the potential for headquarters and satellite offices in the future.

About The Job

As Natcast’s Senior Vice President, Research, you have broad and deep experience in the semiconductor industry, both personally and as a leader/ manager of a diverse technical workforce. You can quickly build an organization against specific goals. You are collaborative across industry and academia, and inside and outside the company. You are a strategic thinker but can turn to implementation quickly. Working at Natcast, you will have an opportunity to help extend America’s global leadership in semiconductor technology.

Job Responsibilities Will Include

• In collaboration with NSTC members and government partners, develop and implement Natcast’s technology strategy.
• Articulate and drive a research agenda that is relevant to the needs of the US semiconductor industry.
• Oversee and manage Natcast’s research and development portfolio, including both inside and outside projects.
• Build and lead a high-performing technology team; mentor and develop these team members to achieve their full potential.
• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with government entities, businesses, and academic/research institutions.
• Create and manage one or more technical advisory boards to ensure that the broader semiconductor community provides input and advice on technology priorities.
• Be a visible and influential leader in the semiconductor industry, participating in industry conferences and standard-setting bodies.
• Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, both inside and outside of the company.
  
  

During the first 6 months on the job, you will:

• Build Natcast’s strategic research plan.
• Establish a grantmaking program office.
• Recruit a Technical Advisory Board for Natcast.
• Start hiring a research staff through direct hiring and academic/ industry assignees.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• MS degree in electrical engineering, physics/ material science or related field.
• 8+ years individual semiconductor research experience in academia and/ or industry.
• 10+ years experience managing technical organizations in the semiconductor industry.
• Demonstrated leadership ability in the semiconductor industry.
• Demonstrated collaboration skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability / willingness to travel domestically on a regular basis as needed
  
  

Highly Desired Qualifications

• PhD in electrical engineering, physics/ material science or related field.
• Familiarity with government operations, contracts, regulations, and compliance requirements.
  
  

Natcast is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any protected attribute. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please let us know.

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