Materials Scientist 1

Job Description

Cover material and/or chemical characterizations to support Specimen Management projects. Prepare samples/prototypes for internal or external analysis. Develop and execute test protocols and document results in a timely fashion. Review documentation for accuracy. Maintain equipment and laboratory facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. + degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, or related disciplines
• Good understanding of material structure-property relationships
• Hands-on experience with analytical or material characterization instrumentation such as INSTRON, DSC/TGA, DMA and FTIR, UV-VIS
• Hands-on experience with wet laboratory equipment and skills
• Strong inter-personal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Material Science, chemistry, or related discipline
• Experience and knowledge in blood biology and clinical assays
• Proficient with Minitab
• Experience in design of experiments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as ability to communicate effectively with scientists and engineers from a wide range of technical backgrounds