Scientist, SIMS

Eurofins US Network; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) Company Matching

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Education Assistance

Job summary

Eurofins US Network, located in Sunnyvale, CA, seeks a Scientist specializing in SIMS (Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry). The role involves conducting in-depth analysis of thin film materials to support product development.

The candidate will prepare technical reports, manage project budgets, and ensure adherence to customer testing requirements. A PhD in a relevant field and strong analytical skills are required, alongside experience with materials characterization tools. The position offers various benefits including medical coverage and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• PhD with experience in materials characterization and surface analysis.
• Familiarity with quality system documents and compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thin film analysis using SIMS.
• Prepare detailed technical reports for customer results.
• Evaluate customer testing requirements and manage project quotations.

Skills

Experience with materials characterization tools

Strong analytical and judgment skills

High level of computer literacy

Excellent organizational skills

Exceptional written communication skills

Education

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Engineering

Job description

Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Full‑time

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is a global leader in engineering and scientific services with over 40 years of experience in materials testing, offering advanced analytical chemistry, microscopy, surface analysis, and engineering sciences to clients across semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, energy systems, and consumer products.

Job Description

Scientist – SIMS (Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry) – responsible for the analysis of thin film materials, generating data to support product development and improvement.

Position Overview

Conduct thin film analysis using SIMS, interpret results, prepare detailed technical reports, evaluate customer testing requirements, and manage project quotations, schedules, and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive analytical work independently, including complex tasks.
• Apply standard and non‑standard techniques to determine composition, properties, and structure of materials.
• Prepare detailed reports on analytical results for customers, including interpretation of findings.
• Provide technical reviews for reports prepared by other analysts.
• Evaluate customer requests, determine testing requirements, and prepare project quotations.
• Ensure adherence to schedule, budget, and performance requirements.
• Potentially direct phases of revenue‑producing projects.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Engineering with experience in materials characterization and surface analysis techniques.
• Experience with materials characterization tools.
• Familiarity with quality system documents and compliance with all system requirements.
• Strong analytical and judgment skills.
• High level of computer literacy, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Exceptional written communication skills.

ITAR Compliance

All applicants must be U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee or Refugee).

Work Schedule

Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening or weekend work as required.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional movement within the office or laboratory.
• Ability to operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods (4 + hours).
• Ability to handle small and fragile devices with tweezers and/or fingers.
• Require close‑distance visual acuity with or without correction.
• Physical dexterity to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate equipment, use a telephone, and access file cabinets.
• Remain in a stationary position 90 % of the time.
• Speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume.
• Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions, and communicate with visitors.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Company Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program
• Education Assistance
• Other benefits including competitive compensation aligned with market standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is an equal‑opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, and efforts. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

We support reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.