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This is a list of semiconductor occupations, including occupations involved in the semiconductor industry, integrated circuit design, semiconductor device fabrication, manufacturing equipment, packaging, testing, and semiconductor research. The semiconductor workforce includes engineers, scientists, technicians, and production workers involved in the development and manufacture of semiconductor devices and integrated circuits.[1][2]

Design and applications

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Fabrication and process engineering

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Equipment and facilities

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Manufacturing

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Packaging and assembly

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Testing and quality

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Research and development

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