PhD Microscopy & Materials Analysis Scientist

Eastman; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Mentorship & development programs

Job summary

Eastman is seeking a Ph.D. Analytical Scientist focused on Microscopy for the Microbiology and Materials Analysis Laboratory at our Kingsport, TN headquarters. The role emphasizes advanced microscopy techniques and collaboration with project teams to deliver results.

You will perform sample preparation, data collection, analysis, and reporting, contribute to new test methods, and act as a safety leader within the team. Onsite position with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Engineering, or other related science.
• AFM experience strongly preferred.
• Nano-indentation and optical profilometry experience strongly preferred.
• Understanding of materials science preferred.
• Ability to organize, coordinate, and prioritize lab work including detailed timelines is a must.
• Clear and effective written and oral communication is required.

Responsibilities

• Materials testing and preparation including optical, phase-contrast, fluorescence, AFM/electron microscopy and related techniques.
• Identify and evaluate new capabilities for growth and reliability.
• Maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of analytical equipment.
• Accountable for sample turnaround time.
• Collaborate with scientists and project teams to provide timely answers.
• Create new test methods to meet customer needs.
• In-lab duties including sample prep, testing, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Document major learnings in technical/invention reports.
• Act as safety leader within the team.

Skills

Clear and effective written and oral"

Organize, coordinate, and prioritize-l

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Engineering, or related science

Tools

Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)

Nano-indentation

Optical profilometry

Job description

Eastman is seeking a Ph.D. Analytical Scientist focused on Microscopy for the Microbiology and Materials Analysis Laboratory at our Kingsport, TN headquarters. The role emphasizes advanced microscopy techniques and collaboration with project teams to deliver results.

You will perform sample preparation, data collection, analysis, and reporting, contribute to new test methods, and act as a safety leader within the team. Onsite position with growth opportunities.