Laboratory Materials Analyst I

About the role

Prepare samples and conduct routine quantitative and qualitative analysis to characterize ceramic and other inorganic materials, interpret results, and create reports for internal customers.

Responsibilities

• Analyze ceramic and other inorganic materials to determine customer-requested properties in a single area of expertise such as:
  • XRD and XRF
  • SEM and LOM
  • Light Element Analysis and BET Surface Area Analysis
  • Chemical Analysis, including ICP (MS and OES)
  • Physical Analysis, including mechanical, thermal, electrical, and wear
• Work under lab section leader’s supervision.
• Prepare samples, collect data, and report findings per appropriate techniques and standards.
• Prepare accurate and timely technical reports for use by engineering, research and development, and production.
• Use standard statistical methods and tools as directed in pre-existing operating procedures.
• Collaborate with technicians working in area of responsibility.
• Responsible for cleaning and preventative maintenance of equipment within area of responsibility and troubleshoot common operating issues.
• Report instrument and measurement technique issues to appropriate lab leadership.
• Utilize preexisting standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, and tests.
• Promote a safety culture and participate in continuous improvement efforts.
• Identify potential and current safety issues and provide improvement recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemistry, Physics, or related field.
• Minimum experience required: college-level laboratory coursework with at least one related internship.
• Preferred experience: at least 2 years of laboratory experience, either at the graduate level or within industry. Experience related to area of responsibility most preferred.

Skills

• Accurately use custom computer system, department-specific software, and manufacturer-specific analytical testing software in performance of job duties.
• Strong technical communication skills.
• Capability to perform basic statistical analyses.
• Exhibit the communication skills necessary to effectively work within a team environment and to communicate with customers.
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and self-driven.

Position Specific Physical Requirements

• Required to always wear appropriate personal protective equipment in work areas.
• May be required to handle hazardous chemicals such as acids, bases, and solvents.
• May be required to wear a respirator (a medical evaluation will be required prior to fitting).
• May prepare samples at high temperature using furnaces.

Pay

Target hiring range annual salary: USD 73,342.00 – USD 96,811.00. Actual compensation is based on experience, skills, and education.