Senior X-ray Scientist

About the role

The person hired for this Senior X-ray Scientist position will join a team of research chemists, physicists and engineers in the Corporate Research Lab of 3M and apply their X-ray scattering expertise and experience to invent, develop, and create new business opportunities and support existing 3M products and businesses.

Responsibilities

• Tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world.
• Solve complex material challenges and advance R&D analytical capabilities.
• Develop and implement relevant and valuable X-ray scattering technologies that support 3M research and development.
• Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and reports, to communicate findings and progress to stakeholders.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in X-ray technologies and incorporate relevant innovations into your work.

Requirements

• Master's degree (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution.
• Four (4) years of experience with X-ray research techniques in a public, private, academic, government or military environment.
• Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
• PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field (completed and verified prior to start).
• Strong expertise in X-ray scattering and diffraction.
• Domain expertise in X-ray scattering, X-ray Diffraction, X-ray microscopy, and X-ray computed tomography (CT), data analytics, and data science.
• Experience in programming languages: Python.
• Strong scientific and technical acumen, with demonstrated interest and ability to make connections between science/technology and real-world concerns.
• Solid understanding of experimental techniques for X-ray characterization and testing, in particular on inorganics, ceramics, nanoparticles, and polymers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey technical information.
• Experience leading projects.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Pay & Benefits

The expected compensation range for this position is $145,676 - $178,049, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.