Scientist, SIMS

Eurofins•Sunnyvale, CA

2h•$95,000 - $125,000

About The Position

EAG Laboratories is seeking a Scientist to join its Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (SIMS) group. The role performs analysis of thin films using SIMS and tests new and existing materials to identify their properties and characteristics, supporting product development and improvement. The Scientist conducts analytical work independently, applies standard and non-standard techniques, interprets results for customer reports, reviews reports prepared by other analysts, evaluates customer requests, determines testing requirements, and prepares project quotations. The position also supports adherence to project schedules, budgets, and performance requirements and may direct phases of revenue-producing projects. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with some flexibility required for occasional evening or weekend work to support operational or business needs. The role works with companies involved in defense-related activities and is subject to ITAR; accepted applicants must be U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, political asylees, or refugees. The position requires occasional movement around an office or laboratory, prolonged operation of a computer or laboratory equipment, handling small and fragile devices, close visual acuity, and repetitive hand and arm use. The employee must remain stationary for most of the workday and be able to communicate clearly, learn and remember processes, maintain focus, make timely decisions, and complete tasks independently. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Engineering, with experience in materials characterization and surface analysis techniques.
Experience with materials characterization tools.
Familiarity with quality system documents and ability to comply with system requirements.
Strong analytical and judgment skills.
High computer literacy, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
Exceptional written communication skills.
Must qualify as a U.S. Person under ITAR: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience with SIMS.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive analytical work independently, including complex tasks.
Apply standard and non-standard techniques to determine the composition, properties, and structure of materials.
Prepare detailed customer reports on analytical results, including interpretation of findings.
Provide technical reviews of reports prepared by other analysts.
Evaluate customer requests, determine testing requirements, and prepare project quotations.
Ensure adherence to schedule, budget, and performance requirements.
Potentially direct phases of revenue-producing projects.