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Senior Process Engineer

Materials Science · China · 2025-07-02

Processing Time
102 days
Decision Date
2025-07-02
Location
Arizona
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop and improve advanced semiconductor area selective deposition processes to enable fabrication at nodes beyond 3 nanometers. This work involves creating novel selective deposition techniques to reduce oxidation damage to metal lines and enhance low-k dielectric material performance. The goal is to improve power consumption, device performance, and integration density while lowering manufacturing costs and increasing throughput.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The work addresses key manufacturing challenges in the semiconductor industry, which is essential for U.S. technological competitiveness.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's extensive publication record, patent, and high citation count demonstrate a track record of success in materials science.

3 On Balance, Beneficial to Waive Job Offer Met

The petitioner's unique expertise in selective deposition processes provides a benefit to the U.S. that outweighs the need for labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's record of 11 peer-reviewed journal articles, 7 conference abstracts, and 171 citations, with several papers ranking in the top 10-20% of their field. Additionally, the petitioner holds one granted U.S. patent and demonstrated mastery of advanced techniques like atomic layer deposition. These achievements satisfied all three Dhanasar prongs, confirming the national importance and well-positioned nature of the applicant.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Patents
Conference Presentations
Original Contributions

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A approved EB-2 NIW (I-140) petition means USCIS determined the petitioner met the eligibility requirements. For appealed cases, "sustained" means the appeal reversed a prior denial. The petitioner can proceed to the next step in the immigration process.

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 102 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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