Job Summary :
Our client in Ann Arbor, MI is looking for an Analytical Scientist. This is a contract position.
What You Will Do :
Our Client's Motor North America’s Materials Research Department is looking for an Analytical Scientist.
The primary responsibility of this role is to support in-house analytical projects in the field of materials R&D. The position requires staying abreast of analytical techniques relevant to all fields of battery, catalyst, fuel cell, thermal and functional materials. The candidate must be able to work efficiently within a diverse group of scientists and engineers in a collaborative research environment, while performing analytical support functions geared towards the generation of new intellectual property and academic publications.
What you will be doing :
- Provide analytical support to in-house teams utilizing instruments such as XRD, XPS, SEM, TGA / DSC, and various other spectroscopic techniques commonly utilized in R&D laboratories.
- Utilize information shared by our teams on their materials and identify optimum analytical pathways.
- Develop workflows to efficiently curate analytical data for the materials you are tasked.
- Timely reports and presentations to respective research teams, analytical leads and management.
- Help draft invention disclosures for patent application, publish original research articles and attend conferences to communicate with external research communities.
- Manage the equipment, servicing, lab spaces and safety aspects for your analytical tools.
- Provide support in general department administrative tasks related to analytical equipment and spaces.
Basics :
B.Sc. degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related Analytical fields.Experience in scientific research processes, laboratories, simple data management and organization.Experience with fundamental analytical techniques (ideal but not critical), such as XRD, XPS, SEM, etc.Self-motivated individual with initiative and drive for overcoming technical challenges.An understanding in scientific writing needs and / or presenting in scientific settings (like conferences).Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 (Word, Power Point and Excel minimum) for reporting purposes.Preferred :
Knowledge in the fields of batteries, catalysis, fuel cells, thermal or functional materials.How You Will Be Successful :
Envision the FutureCommunicate Honestly and BroadlySeek Technology and Business “First”Embrace Diversity and Take RisksWhat We Offer :
Competitive SalaryComprehensive Benefit Package401(k) with matching contributionsPaid Time OffEmployee DiscountsFree training on all Altair products