Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

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You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

Key Responsibilities

Technical Marketing

• Develop and execute technical marketing strategies that strengthen the company’s technology leadership, market positioning, and thought leadership within the semiconductor industry.

• Translate complex technologies, innovations, and industry trends into compelling technical narratives, executive communications, and customer-facing content.

University Relations

• Build and manage strategic partnerships with universities, research institutes, and academic leaders to expand talent, research, and innovation opportunities.

• Drive industry-academia collaboration through joint research programs, technical seminars, curriculum partnerships, publications, and student engagement initiatives.

Industry Relations & Technical Leadership

• Establish and strengthen relationships with industry associations, government organizations, ecosystem partners, and external technical communities.

• Identify and drive opportunities to showcase the company's technical leadership through conferences, keynote presentations, technical publications, speaking engagements, symposiums, and executive forums.

Strategy, Market Intelligence & Competitive Analysis

• Monitor technology trends, emerging research, customer priorities, industry developments, and competitive activities to generate actionable insights and support strategic decision-making.

• Provide market, technology, and competitive intelligence to support business planning, executive communications, and long-term growth strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher.

• 10+ years of experience in Technical Marketing, Industry Relations, University Relations, or related functions.

• Strong understanding of semiconductor technologies, industry trends, and market dynamics.

• Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Engineering background preferred

Ideal Candidate

An engineering-driven professional with strong business acumen who can connect technology, industry, and academia. The ideal candidate is skilled at building strategic partnerships, showcasing technical leadership through external engagements, and providing market and competitive insights that support business growth and strategic decision-making.

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Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.