Senior Materials Scientist - Advanced Materials

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client is recruiting a highly skilled Senior Materials Scientist to join their innovative team in Welkom , focusing on the development of advanced materials for industrial applications. You will be instrumental in the research, design, and testing of novel materials, contributing significantly to product performance and longevity.

This role requires a deep understanding of material properties, synthesis techniques, and characterization methods.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 6 years of professional experience in materials R&D.
• Expertise in materials characterization techniques (e.g., SEM, TEM, XRD, DSC).
• Proven track record of successful material innovation and development projects.
• Strong understanding of structure-property relationships in metals, polymers, or ceramics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research into the synthesis, processing, and characterization of novel materials, including polymers, composites, and ceramics.
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate material properties such as mechanical strength, thermal stability, and electrical conductivity.
• Develop and implement testing protocols and quality control procedures for new materials.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to scale up material production and integration.
• Analyze material failure modes and propose solutions to enhance durability and performance.

Skills

Material properties

Synthesis methods

Characterization methods

Durability analysis

Education

PhD in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Tools

SEM

TEM

XRD

DSC

Job description

About the Role

Our client is recruiting a highly skilled Senior Materials Scientist to join their innovative team in Welkom , focusing on the development of advanced materials for industrial applications. You will be instrumental in the research, design, and testing of novel materials, contributing significantly to product performance and longevity. This role requires a deep understanding of material properties, synthesis techniques, and characterization methods. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to pushing the boundaries of material science and making a tangible impact on industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research into the synthesis, processing, and characterization of novel materials, including polymers, composites, and ceramics.
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate material properties such as mechanical strength, thermal stability, and electrical conductivity.
• Develop and implement testing protocols and quality control procedures for new materials.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to scale up material production and integration.
• Analyze material failure modes and propose solutions to enhance durability and performance.

Requirements

• PhD in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 6 years of professional experience in materials research and development.
• Expertise in materials characterization techniques (e.g., SEM, TEM, XRD, DSC).
• Proven track record of successful material innovation and development projects.
• Strong understanding of structure-property relationships in metals, polymers, or ceramics.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Generous vacation and holiday leave.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional growth and patenting innovations in Welkom.