Sr. Applications Scientist

Malvern Panalytical•Andover, MA

6d•$110,000 - $130,000

About The Position

We are looking for an Applications Scientist to join our R&D/Applications team, with a focus on our line of X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzers in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary high technology environment. What you will bring to the role Ideal candidates will have a background working with analytical instrumentation, familiarity working in a laboratory setting, an understanding of spectroscopic processing algorithms, and an interest in working in a wide variety of industry and academic applications.

Requirements

At least 3-5 years of experience, ideally within instrumentation, technology, or research industries
Self-starter with superior analytical and experimental skills. Must be interested in substantial hands-on work with instrumentation
Strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to deal with a dynamic environment where priorities can change frequently depending on the needs of the business
Ability to think creatively, work independently, take on a variety of technical hurdles, to understand and improve instrument operation
PhD or MS in hard science, such as Physics or Chemistry, or equivalent experience and training. BS with relevant experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with EDXRF, especially Fundamental Parameters, is highly desirable
Experience programming and debugging code (especially Java and C++) is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Become an expert in SciAps’ analytical algorithms, calibration techniques, and spectral interpretation for EDXRF products.
Provide feedback to R&D and Product Management to further develop and optimize these approaches to produce higher-performing instrumentation that exceeds our customers’ needs
Develop a deep understanding of customer applications, including testing of metal alloys, soils, polymers, geochemical samples, and many others
Characterize and refine new applications and custom calibrations.
Write application reports and share/present to our customers and internally within SciAps
Review, interpret, and prepare reports of XRF data for large analytical projects
Support the sales team with demonstrations and training for technically challenging applications
Support the customer service team when troubleshooting advanced analytical issues
Create documentation for calibration processes and analytical Quality Assurance procedures. Ensure the accuracy of documentation as well.
Provide prompt calibration and analytical support for complex issues to the manufacturing department as required
Ability to work with other SciAps analytical products, including LIBS and NIR as required