R&D Scientist - Materials Science
About The Position
Agilent is seeking an R&D Scientist to join a multifaceted research and development team creating state-of-the-art technologies for life science and chemical analysis instrumentation using novel materials and coatings. The successful candidate will conduct research and development to create functional coatings and integrate them into existing instrumentation. The role requires expertise in physical and/or chemical vapor deposition, materials characterization, and the physical, chemical, and mechanical behavior of materials and thin films. The scientist will need strong problem-solving and adaptability skills, as well as the technical and leadership ability to initiate collaborations with internal and external colleagues. The position has a full-time weekly schedule, a day shift, and requires travel 10% of the time. The full-time equivalent pay range is $136,618–$239,400 per year, with eligibility for bonus, stock, and benefits. Applications will be accepted until at least November 3, 2026, or until the role is no longer posted.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Materials Science, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Experience with physical vapor deposition (PVD) and/or chemical vapor deposition (CVD), including techniques such as ALD, PECVD, MOCVD, or sputtering.
- Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of thin films and materials.
- Demonstrated ability to solve sophisticated materials problems through targeted use of characterization techniques.
- Experience with multiple characterization techniques, such as SEM/TEM, XPS, Auger, AFM, or FTIR.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proven success in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
- Strong technical skills in physical and/or chemical vapor deposition and materials characterization.
- Solid understanding of the physical, chemical, and mechanical behavior of materials and thin films.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to adapt quickly to rapidly changing, nuanced projects.
- Technical and leadership capability to initiate collaborations with internal and external colleagues.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with spectroscopic analytical instrumentation, such as ICP/MS, FTIR, UV/Vis, or ICP-OES.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research and development to create novel functional coatings.
- Integrate coatings into current instrumentation.
- Apply materials characterization techniques to solve sophisticated materials problems.
- Initiate collaborations with internal and external colleagues.
Benefits
- Eligibility for bonus, stock, and benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
