Post Doctoral Industrial Scientist

About the role

The Post Doctoral Industrial Scientist will drive the development of innovative Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) applications. In this role, you will translate customer needs into practical measurement solutions, working across a wide range of scientific and industrial fields. You will collaborate closely with engineering, product management, and commercial teams to develop, validate, and launch new AFM capabilities that deliver real value to customers.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new AFM applications, with a strong focus on electrical measurements and emerging technologies.
• Apply AFM expertise across diverse areas such as: Nanomechanics, Electronics and semiconductors, Batteries and photovoltaics, Chemical and correlative imaging.
• Measurements automation.
• Understand customer workflows, challenges, and goals through direct engagement and literature review.
• Translate customer needs into clear technical requirements and measurement approaches.
• Drove innovation by developing new methodologies and generating intellectual property.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Solution Development & Execution

• Support sales efforts through customer demonstrations and technical presentations.
• Train sales and applications teams on AFM systems and new capabilities.
• Present new developments at conferences, trade shows, and customer meetings.

Core Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of strong hands-on experience with AFM or related nanoscale characterization techniques.
• Experience in one or more relevant application areas (e.g., electrical measurements, semiconductors, energy materials, etc.).
• Extensive skill in high-level language programming such as PYTHON, IGOR or MATLAB.
• Proven ability to design experiments and translate concepts into practical solutions.
• Strong attention to detail, collaboration and communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities with a creative, solutions-oriented mindset.

Pay

In accordance with California law, the expected salary for this full-time, benefited position is between $75,000 - $90,000. The actual compensation will be determined considering factors such as relevant skills and experience and other factors permitted by law.

Benefits

• Generous benefit packages - We offer our employees competitive health insurance options, including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Our 401k program has options for saving both pre- and post-tax dollars for retirement.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Work-life balance is a key part of our company culture here at OI, and we know that our employees do their best work when they can take the time they need to rest and recharge. Employees start with 4 weeks of PTO, which is accrued each pay period.
• Holidays - We recognize 12 holidays this year.
• In addition to all the standard PTO options, Oxford Instruments proudly offers a generous and progressive paid family leave policy.
• Professional Development - Oxford Instruments supports you and your professional development with $5,250 available in annual tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.