Senior Nanotech R&D Lead - Nanomaterials & Innovation

Placements24; Midrand; Ibrido; ZAR 1.500.000 - 2.100.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Performance-based bonuses

Health insurance benefits

Professional development & conferences

State-of-the-art facilities

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Nanotechnology Researcher for our advanced materials R&D facility in Midrand, Gauteng. The role leads synthesis, characterization, and scale‑up of nanomaterials, mentoring junior scientists and collaborating with engineers to translate research into products.

You will design experiments, use SEM/TEM/XRD/AFM/XPS, and publish findings while contributing to IP development. This is a high-impact, cross‑functional role in a dynamic team.

Competenze

• Ph.D. in Nanotechnology, Materials Science, Chemistry or Physics or related field.
• 5–7 years of post‑doc or industry research experience in nanotechnology.
• Proven track record leading research projects from concept to completion.
• Hands-on synthesis of nanomaterials using CVD, ALD, sol‑gel or hydrothermal methods.
• Experience with advanced characterization techniques for nanomaterials.
• Strong theoretical understanding of nanomaterial behavior and problem solving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, ability to present findings clearly.
• Ability to work independently and in cross‑functional teams.

Mansioni

• Lead projects on synthesis, fabrication, and characterization of novel nanomaterials.
• Design experiments to evaluate properties and performance of nanoscale materials.
• Use SEM, TEM, XRD, AFM, XPS for material characterization.
• Develop scalable processes for nanomaterial production.
• Collaborate with engineers and product developers to integrate nanotech solutions.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and prepare technical reports and publications.
• Stay abreast of trends in nanotechnology and materials science.
• Mentor junior researchers and staff, fostering scientific excellence.
• Contribute to intellectual property and patent filings.

Conoscenze

Project leadership

Experimental design

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Mentorship

Independent & collaborative work

Problem solving

Communication skills

Formazione

Ph.D. in Nanotechnology or related field

Strumenti

CVD

ALD

Sol-gel

Hydrothermal synthesis

Nanomaterial characterization techniques

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Nanotechnology Researcher for our advanced materials R&D facility in Midrand, Gauteng. The role leads synthesis, characterization, and scale‑up of nanomaterials, mentoring junior scientists and collaborating with engineers to translate research into products.

You will design experiments, use SEM/TEM/XRD/AFM/XPS, and publish findings while contributing to IP development. This is a high-impact, cross‑functional role in a dynamic team.