Precision Neuroscience is building a next-generation brain-computer interface for people living with neurological conditions. Its first product, Layer 7, is designed to help people with severe paralysis operate digital devices using only their thoughts. Founded in 2021, the company has raised more than $180 million and has initiated human trials with hospitals across the country.

About the role

This role leads the materials and MEMS manufacturing development of Precision's neural interface technologies, owning thin-film based manufacturing and materials development in the in-house ISO-certified MEMS facility in Addison. It spans early research through early production, bridging feasibility to scale-up.

What you will do

• Lead design and development of thin film ceramic encapsulation and insulation layers integrated with polymer films.
• Define material selection criteria and deposition strategies across ALD, PECVD, sputtering and e-beam evaporation, based on barrier performance, dielectric strength, stress and adhesion behavior, and biocompatibility.
• Characterize film properties using ellipsometry, XRD, SEM/TEM, profilometry and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy.
• Work with process engineers to integrate ceramic thin film steps into a MEMS microfabrication flow.
• Develop test structures and DOEs evaluating ceramic film performance against deposition parameters, thickness and multilayer stack design.
• Author technical reports, process documentation and IP disclosures.

What they are looking for

• A PhD in materials science, electrical engineering, chemical engineering or physics with a thin film ceramics or dielectric materials focus, or an MS with equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years hands-on with thin film ceramic deposition techniques and the structure-property relationships governing film performance.
• Strong working knowledge of MEMS microfabrication and cleanroom experience.
• Understanding of failure mechanisms in multilayer thin film stacks, including interfacial adhesion, stress management and mechanical fatigue.
• Preferred: nanolaminate barrier stack design, chronic reliability testing of implantable electronics, and familiarity with ISO 10993 and ISO 13485.

This position is based in the Addison, TX office.