Remote Part-Time Nanoparticle Sizing & Lot Release Scientist

OpenTrain AI, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

OpenTrain AI, Inc. is seeking a Materials Scientist to evaluate TEM/SEM micrographs, size nanoparticles, assess morphology, and support lot-release decisions.

This part-time contract emphasizes precise manual analysis without automated image-tools. Candidates must have advanced nanomaterial characterization skills, experience with particle size distribution, calibration, and QC reference protocols, plus strong written and verbal communication to document methods and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of nanomaterial characterization using TEM and SEM.
• Hands-on experience with nanoparticle sizing, particle size distribution analysis, and lot-release evaluation.
• Skill in manual image analysis, thresholding, calibration, and complex morphology interpretation.
• Understanding of quality-control standards and reference-material qualification protocols.
• Strong written and verbal communication, independent technical evaluation, and sound judgment without AI-based tools.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate TEM/SEM micrographs for nanoparticle size and morphology.
• Calibrate images manually and validate measurements against reference data.
• Establish and communicate lot-release acceptance criteria using QC standards.
• Write reports covering methods, findings, and material-qualification recommendations.
• Share technical judgments in project discussions and communicate decisions to stakeholders.

Skills

Nanomaterial characterization

TEM/SEM analysis

Particle sizing

Manual image analysis

Quality control standards

Technical reporting

Tools

TEM

SEM

Job description

OpenTrain AI, Inc. is seeking a Materials Scientist to evaluate TEM/SEM micrographs, size nanoparticles, assess morphology, and support lot-release decisions.

This part-time contract emphasizes precise manual analysis without automated image-tools. Candidates must have advanced nanomaterial characterization skills, experience with particle size distribution, calibration, and QC reference protocols, plus strong written and verbal communication to document methods and recommendations.