Manager, Characterization & Lab Strategy

MP Materials Corp.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

MP Materials is seeking a Manager, Characterization in Fort Worth, TX to lead the characterization function within the Magnet Technology organization. The role involves strategic and hands-on leadership of analytical labs, method development, and cross‑functional collaboration with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.

The ideal candidate has deep expertise in materials characterization, a track record of building high‑performance lab teams, and strong communication skills to present data to

Qualifications

• MS/PhD in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemistry, Physics or related field.
• 8+ years in materials characterization or analytical labs.
• 5+ years leading lab operations and tech development.

Responsibilities

• Lead characterization within the Magnet Technology org and mentor Analytical Lab teams.
• Provide technical leadership in analytical science and materials characterization.
• Oversee method development, validation, and data quality across labs.

Skills

Materials characterization

Analytical science

Data analysis

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Project management

Statistical methods

Education

MS/PhD in Materials Science

Tools

SEM

EDS

XRD

XRF

ICP-OES

Magnetometry

Job description

MP Materials is seeking a Manager, Characterization in Fort Worth, TX to lead the characterization function within the Magnet Technology organization. The role involves strategic and hands-on leadership of analytical labs, method development, and cross‑functional collaboration with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.

The ideal candidate has deep expertise in materials characterization, a track record of building high‑performance lab teams, and strong communication skills to present data to