XRD/XRF Materials Analyst I (Ceramics)

CoorsTek, Inc.; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

CoorsTek, Inc. in Golden, CO is seeking a Laboratory Materials Analyst I/X-Ray Diffraction to prepare samples and perform routine XRD and XRF analyses on ceramic and inorganic materials.

You will support phase, elemental testing, and report findings to internal customers under guidance from senior analysts. Responsibilities include data quality, preparing technical reports, collaborating with technicians, maintaining equipment, and complying with safety and quality controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field.
• Coursework or lab experience in materials characterization or analytical chemistry.
• Hands-on internship or equivalent lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples and perform XRD/XRF analyses and related testing.
• Analyze phase, elemental content, and surface characteristics; prepare reports.
• Maintain data integrity, documentation, and instrument logs.
• Collaborate with technicians and analysts; follow approved procedures.

Skills

XRD analysis

XRF analysis

Sample preparation

Data reporting

Documentation

Statistical analysis

Laboratory teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Geology, Metallurgy, Ceramic Engineering, or related field

Tools

XRD

XRF

Fusion bead equipment

BET surface area analyzer

Combustion analyzers

LIMS / lab software

Job description

CoorsTek, Inc. in Golden, CO is seeking a Laboratory Materials Analyst I/X-Ray Diffraction to prepare samples and perform routine XRD and XRF analyses on ceramic and inorganic materials.

You will support phase, elemental testing, and report findings to internal customers under guidance from senior analysts. Responsibilities include data quality, preparing technical reports, collaborating with technicians, maintaining equipment, and complying with safety and quality controls.