Research Scientist - Materials Science

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

State-of-the-art laboratory facilities

Professional development opportunities

Conference participation support

Collaborative research culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Research Scientist to join their Materials Science division in Vereeniging. The role focuses on the design, synthesis, characterization, and application of novel materials, contributing to cutting-edge research projects and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

You will translate discoveries into practical applications, document findings, present at conferences, and help advance materials development in a thriving research environment in Vereeniging.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related field.
• Experience synthesizing and characterizing advanced materials.
• Proficiency with SEM/TEM/XRD/DSC/TGA.
• Strong problem-solving and innovative thinking.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize and characterize novel materials using advanced techniques.
• Investigate structure-property relationships and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to scale up processing methods.
• Conduct literature reviews on latest advancements in materials science.
• Document findings and contribute to patent applications.
• Present research results at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals.

Skills

Synthesis & characterization

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related field

Tools

SEM

TEM

XRD

DSC

TGA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Research Scientist to join their dynamic Materials Science division in Vereeniging . This role focuses on the design, synthesis, characterization, and application of novel materials with unique properties. You will contribute to cutting-edge research projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and help translate scientific discoveries into practical applications. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated scientist to drive innovation in materials development within a thriving research environment, contributing to advancements in the field and supporting the local scientific community in Vereeniging .

Key Responsibilities

• Synthesize and characterize novel materials using advanced techniques such as spectroscopy, microscopy, and thermal analysis.
• Investigate the structure-property relationships of materials and optimize their performance for specific applications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop and scale up material processing methods.
• Conduct literature reviews and stay updated on the latest advancements in materials science .
• Document research findings, prepare technical reports, and contribute to patent applications.
• Present research results at scientific conferences and contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in the synthesis and characterization of advanced materials (e.g., polymers, composites, nanomaterials).
• Proficiency with characterization techniques such as SEM, TEM, XRD, DSC, and TGA.
• Strong understanding of fundamental principles in materials science .
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a capacity for innovative thinking.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking research in materials science .
• Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and equipment in Vereeniging .
• Support for professional development and conference participation.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking research culture.