Data Science Intern (Remote)

When manufacturing microscopic semiconductor devices, identifying process deviations early in the process is crucial to saving time and money. As these devices become smaller and more complex, it becomes more difficult to detect these mistakes. Residual Gas Analyzers (RGAs) are advanced sensors that are used to measure the chemical composition of gases during chip manufacturing and can be used to detect potential issues. INFICON is a leading provider of both RGAs and software to the semiconductor industry. 

We are looking for a data science summer intern with an interest in the intersection of math, physics, engineering, and software. You will join our Smart Sensors team and aid in the development of anomaly detection algorithms for RGAs. Along the way, you will complete a real data science project and be mentored by experienced data scientists and engineers. 

Responsibilities: 

• Work within and learn existing models and codebase. 

• Explore and visualize multivariate RGA datasets to identify patterns and anomalies. 

• Critically evaluate model performance and potential improvements. 

• Prototype and test algorithmic improvements. 

• Present findings and results to the team. 

Qualifications: 

• 1-2 years of experience with python required. Ideally including pandas, numpy, scikit-learn, matplotlib, and jupyter. 

• Familiarity with linear algebra and multivariate statistics, including covariance, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and Principal Component Analysis (PCA). 

• Coursework or interest in physics and chemistry. 

• Pursuing a degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Physics, or similar. Ideally completed 2+ years. 

• (Preferred but not required) Familiarity with mass spectrometry or RGAs. 

During this internship you will have the opportunity to: 

• Read and discuss modern scientific literature on anomaly detection and related data science topics. 

• Gain hands-on experience with real enterprise-scale datasets from semiconductor manufacturing. 

• Be mentored by experienced data scientists and engineers. 

The expected salary range for this position is between $18 and $26/hr. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.

INFICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs.

Explore abundant growth opportunities and enhance your skill set with INFICON's innovative mindset. Join our dynamic work atmosphere, which features competitive compensation, potential relocation support, and extra perks such as comprehensive medical coverage, sick time, and more!

Selected candidates must have reliable transportation, as our facility is not conveniently located near a bus route. 

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