[Job] Materials Scientist- Prospective [Signature Science, LLC]

Wolfram; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfram in Egg Harbor Township, NJ is seeking a highly qualified materials science researcher for an on-site government facility. The role emphasizes testing and analysis for security systems, development of detection methods, and thorough documentation of plans and results.

The candidate should hold a PhD in Materials Science (or an MS with 5 years’ experience) and have a strong electromagnetics background along with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science or related physical science preferred.
• MS in Materials Science or related physical science with five years of professional experience acceptable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Execute and document testing and analysis for security-related systems at a Government facility.
• Contribute to development and testing standards for detection systems.
• Write, review and comment on project plans, test plans, procedures and data analysis reports.
• Operate in a dynamic team environment and multi-task to meet objectives.

Skills

Electromagnetic theory

Independent research

Project leadership

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Materials Science

MS in Materials Science or related field with 5 years experience

Tools

LabVIEW

Python

ImageJ

Mathematica

MATLAB

Gaussian

R

Job description

Experience with electromagnetic theory; algorithm development, material properties prediction and measurement, or modeling materials interactions within electromagnetic system is highly desired. Practical experience with LabView, Python, Image J, Mathematica, Matlab, Gaussian, R, and other computational tools is highly desired.

Desired Skills:

Experience related to the study of the interaction between electromagnetic energy, especially x-ray and millimeter waves, and materials is preferred. Demonstrated independent research experience and capability to plan and lead the execution of research and development projects is required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Position Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will based on-site at a Government facility and will be responsible for executing and documenting various aspects of testing and analysis associated with the development of security-related systems. The candidate must be able to contribute to the development of methods to design and improve detection systems, including methods to develop and test standards for these systems. The candidate must be able to write, review, and comment on project plans, test plans and procedures, data analysis reports, and project final reports. The successful candidate must be able to operate within a dynamic team environment and be able to multi-task to meet evolving objectives.

This position may require irregular hours, to include work on weekends or after regular business hours.

This position may require domestic travel.

Education:

PhD in Materials Science, or a related physical science field is preferred. M.S. Materials Science, or a related physical science field with five years of professional experience is acceptable.

Clearance Status:

This position requires that the candidate be willing and able to complete a successful background screening for a security clearance. Candidates with an active security clearance will receive preference.

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