Geetika Khurana

PhD Chemical Physics with 5+ years of experience in thin-film fabrication, Process Engineer in CMP, and Product Engineer for NAND flash memory. Experienced in design of experiments (DOE), failure analysis, yield improvement, process optimization and cleanroom fab environments. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop, test, and deploy semiconductor products from prototype to production.

Strong background in materials characterization, device physics, and hardware troubleshooting.

Career Break

(2023-08 - 2025-10)

Took a planned career break to support family while continuing professional development.

• Completed Artificial Intelligence certification and Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• Continued technical learning in data analysis, process improvement methodologies, and AI applications

Staff Product Design Engineer - Western Digital Corporation - Milpitas, California

(2021-11 - 2023-07)

• Developed stress and screen production test flows for 3D NAND flash memory to meet DPPM targets and improve product yield
• Conducted failure mode analysis and root cause investigations to resolve product quality and reliability issues
• Designed and executed design-of-experiments (DOE) to optimize test conditions and identify failure mechanisms
• Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams (process, test, reliability) to improve product performance and meet specifications
• Supported product development lifecycle from prototype validation to production release
• Coordinated wafer supply and test execution to accelerate debug and resolution of product issues

Sr. Process Engineer - Global Foundries - New York

(2021-08 - 2021-11)

• Optimized CMP process parameters to reduce defectivity and improve wafer yield in a high-volume semiconductor fab environment
• Performed process monitoring, troubleshooting, and equipment interaction within cleanroom manufacturing environment

Postdoctoral Researcher - University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras

(2016-06 - 2018-10)

Conducted research on next-generation non-volatile memory devices and thin-film materials.

• Fabricated transition metal oxide memory devices using Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD)
• Developed graphene oxide thin films for ReRAM and MRAM device applications
• Performed advanced materials characterization and electrical device testing
• Mentored graduate students and managed laboratory tools and research facilities

Visiting Researcher - Rutgers University - USA

(2015-02 - 2015-05)

• Optimized CVD growth of monolayer graphene to improve film uniformity and reduce defects
• Performed thin-film transfer and fabrication of graphene oxide devices on multiple substrates
• Conducted electrical characterization and analyzed data to evaluate the device performance

Graduate Researcher (PhD) - University of Puerto Rico - United States

(2011-08 - 2016-06)

• Developed graphene oxide based flexible ReRAM devices with multilevel memory capability
• Investigated thermal stability, electrical transport, and photovoltaic properties of nanomaterials
• Performed thin film fabrication, device characterization, and experimental data analysis

Senior Research Fellow - Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee - India

(2009-01 - 2011-07)

• Investigated defect-induced transport properties in graphene oxide materials
• Conducted nanomaterial synthesis, characterization, and device testing

Research Intern - National Physical Laboratory - New Delhi, India

(2008-03 - 2008-12)

• Supported precision measurement using laser interferometry for gauge block calibration in length and dimensional standards
• Assisted in data collection and analysis to ensure measurement accuracy and repeatability
• Followed lab safety protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in a controlled laboratory environment

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Chemical Physics - University of Puerto Rico

Master of Technology (MTech) - Nanoscience & Technology - Guru Jambheshwar University