Summary The GaN crystal growth engineer will work as part of a technical team focusing on growth of GaN bulk materials for substrate applications. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Focus on growth of GaN crystals to fabricate substrates for optoelectronic and microelectronic device applications. Work with the engineering team to use statistical design of experiments methods for implementing procedures to improve the crystal growth process for production of GaN substrates. Utilize flow modeling and reactor simulation to improve reactor performance and operation. Work with process technicians on operation of process tools and scheduling of growth runs. Analysis of crystals using various materials characterization techniques: XRD, SEM, TEM, AFM, C-V, PL, etc. Interaction with customers and development partners in optoelectronic and microelectronic markets to evaluate product requirements and performance in prototype sampling. Other Duties Kyma is a rapidly growing company with a diverse set of needs. Many opportunities exist to contribute in other areas such as technical marketing, proposal writing, contract management, etc. Opportunities for promotion are superb. Qualifications MS or Ph.D. in materials science and engineering or related field. Experience with crystal growth techniques: GaN or SiC bulk growth experience preferred, GaN epitaxial growth experience considered. Knowledge and experience with reactor flow simulation using computational flow dynamics (CFD) models is a plus. Familiarity with analytical techniques for crystal characterization. Familiarity with GaN-based device applications: LEDs, LDs, FETs Computer experience: CAD, databases, Microsoft Office. About Kyma Kyma was spun out of North Carolina State University in 1998 to pursue the development of gallium nitride (GaN) and aluminum nitride (AlN) substrate materials for a broad range of high-performance nitride semiconductor device applications. In June 2008 Kyma will celebrate its 10th anniversary as a corporation and its 12th month of profitability. Kyma’s current product line includes bulk, template, and polycrystalline forms of GaN and AlN, as well as several other related products and services. Careers at Kyma Kyma, Inc. is a rapidly growing materials science company dedicated to supplying GaN substrates to the next generation of semiconductor device developers. Located in the Research Triangle Park area of NC, Kyma offers employees a work environment that combines technical excellence with the excitement of participating in a historical milestone for the materials science industry. Kyma is committed to elevating the performance standards of semiconductor devices by developing and producing GaN substrates. In addition to achieving our goal to provide customers with products they need to successfully build high-quality devices, we strive to create an environment that supports the development of high-quality employees. Kyma is an equal opportunity employer that encourages qualified applicants with experience in the industry to apply when positions become available. To see if your qualifications meet the job description of a position available, please mail, fax, or email your resume to us at: Kyma Technologies, Inc. Attn: Human Resources 8829 Midway-West Rd. Raleigh, NC 27617 Fax: (919) 789-8881 E-mail: employment@kymatech.com

Posted June 20, 2008