Material Synthesis & Characterization Technologist
Core
Operate small reaction systems and benchtop lab process units to synthesize materials and characterize catalytic materials using advanced analytical techniques.
Role type
Technologist, materials synthesis and catalysis characterization
Builds
Catalytic materials and experimental data for research, development, and optimization
Domain
Chemical engineering / Heterogeneous catalysis
Required skills
Laboratory reactor operation, catalytic material characterization, chemical synthesis, data acquisition, scientific calculations, hazardous chemical handling, technical writing
Preferred skills
Organic/inorganic synthesis, sorption modeling, thermal analysis software, heterogeneous catalysis applications, data analysis tools (Origin, MATLAB)
Technologies
Honeywell, LabVIEW, GC, IR, NMR, DSC/TGA, XRD, SEM
Responsibilities
Operate batch and continuous laboratory reactors; perform chemisorption, physisorption, and other characterization techniques; maintain reactor systems and analytical equipment; manage chemical inventories and spare parts; execute experimental programs defined by researchers
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
