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Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.
ASM International is hiring a Chemistry Intellectual Property Licensing Manager. ASM is a leading supplier of semiconductor process equipment for wafer processing. Based in 14 countries, ASM benefits from a wider perspective and the advantages of bringing together the best brains in the world to create new breakthroughs.
About ASM International
ASM pioneered important aspects of many established wafer-processing technologies used in industry, including lithography, deposition, ion implant and single-wafer epitaxy. In recent years, the company brought Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) and Plasma Enhanced Atomic Layer Deposition (PEALD) from R&D right through to mainstream production at advanced manufacturers sites.
Their broad portfolio of innovative technologies and products are being used right now by the most advanced semiconductor fabrication plants around the world, helping them to progress along their technology roadmap and making integrated circuits or chips smaller, faster and more powerful for everyone. ASM is part of the ASM International NV group that also includes ASM Pacific Technology (ASMPT). ASMPT, in which ASMI holds a substantial ownership of approximately 25%, is a leading supplier of semiconductor process equipment for wafer assembly and packaging, and for surface mount technology.
ASM invests in innovation and expansion, sharpens sustainability focus, and delivers strong growth. Read more about their Purpose & Mission and 2025 accomplishments in the Annual Report.
ASMI AT A GLANCE:
Founded:1968
Headquarters: Almere, the Netherlands
Ticker: Euronext: ASM
Revenue: EUR 1,730 million
Manufacturing: Singapore, South Korea and the Netherlands
R&D: Europe, North America and Asia
Employees: 3,312
Position Summary
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Organization: ASM International
Title: Intellectual Property Licensing Manager – Chemistry
Salary Target: $170,000 + 15% bonus + stock options
Work environment & Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Visa Sponsorship: Must be legally authorized to work in the US
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ASM Licensing Manager Duties and Responsibilities:
Intellectual Property Licensing Manager – Chemistry
Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.
For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.
Position summary:
Part of ASM’s Intellectual Property (IP) core organization, this role is responsible for detailed planning and execution of ASM’s IP commercialization and licensing efforts for chemistry development. The individual contributor in this role ensures licensing revenue receipts and suppliers’ performance obligations to ASM and its customers and is a key point of contact between ASM and its licensed suppliers, works with other ASM organizations and global stakeholders to support supplier/customer issues and contributes to identification of new opportunities for protecting or extracting value from ASM’s Intellectual Property.
Duties include:
Support ASM’s Chemistry Development Group (CDG) for licensing activities:
Negotiate licensing master agreements and statement of work (SOW)
Collect, review and work with corporate functions to process supplier’s financial reports
Plan and execute licensing projects and ensure deliverables from both CDG and KPU stakeholders
Drive preparations for and participate in Global Licensing operations reviews
Contribute as needed to other Global IP / Global Legal initiatives related to licensing and CDG
Ensure performance under licensing agreements:
Act as a liaison between chemistry licensed suppliers and ASM internal organizations
Promptly identify and initiate action when needed to address supplier performance
Help suppliers resolve end-customer issues related to ASM licensed products
Standard Operation Procedures (SOP), Tollgates, Triggers:
Devise and oversee chemical development process
Drive technical, business tollgates and other “triggers”
Own Licensing SOP, align with overall Product Lifecycle (PLC) process, drive improvements
Recognize and address different Key Product Units (KPU) specifics to customize Licensing SOP
Travel domestically and internationally to meet with suppliers and internal stakeholders (less than 20%)
Requirements
Master’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering or related scientific fields, PhD preferred
Minimum of 3 years in the semiconductor or related industry
Strong knowledge of chemical precursors and processes
Familiarity with ASM semiconductor equipment, its value components, document control systems and/or PCP and ECO processes a strong plus
Experience and/or ability working in cross-functional (licensing) teams, manage by influence and without authority
Advanced knowledge of Excel and other MS office suite
Ability to manage multiple priorities, drive results with little supervision; Project Management experience a plus
Familiarity with intellectual property assets, its management, safeguards and IP transactions
Experience directly interfacing with suppliers, customers, and/or technical or business negotiations, particularly in a cross-cultural/international environment
Self-starter with attention to detail, strong analytical skills, business and technical acumen, solid verbal and written communications skills
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Licensing Manager Applicants
ASM International has exclusively retained Gardner Innovation Search Partners to manage this search. Gardner Innovation Search Partners is the top technology transfer recruiter in the world, and is committed to presenting a diverse slate of candidates who possess the skills, expertise, and enthusiasm to thrive in these roles.
Interested applicants should send their resume and any questions to: search@ui-collab.com
Gardner Innovation Search Partners is committed to diversity in both people and ideas. Read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
About Phoenix, Arizona
Living and working in Phoenix is a true joy! With year-round sunshine (lots of Vitamin D!), beautiful desert scenery, and so many outdoor activities, it is the perfect place to live for those who enjoy the great outdoors. And when you need a break from the sun, America’s 5th largest city also offers a plethora of historical museums, fine dining, and plenty of shopping. Read more about Phoenix here: visitarizona.com/places/cities/phoenix.
