Senior Research Associate / Associate Scientist, Characterization
Core
Operating, maintaining, and improving characterization workflows (SEM, optical microscopy, XRD) to support active materials research campaigns.
Role type
Senior Research Associate / Associate Scientist, Characterization
Builds
High-quality measurement data, reliable characterization workflows, and documented methods for materials research.
Domain
Materials Science / Autonomous Science Platform
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
SEM operation, optical microscopy operation, XRD operation, sample preparation, measurement planning, instrument troubleshooting, protocol development, experimental documentation, workflow optimization
Preferred skills
Materials sample preparation for microscopy/diffraction, onboarding new lab equipment, high-throughput lab environment experience, basic data analysis/scripting
Technologies
SEM, optical microscopy, XRD
Responsibilities
Operate SEM, optical microscopy, XRD, and related characterization workflows; Prepare samples and measurement plans for routine characterization requests; Maintain instrument readiness through checks, calibration, documentation, and troubleshooting; Develop and refine protocols for new tools, methods, and sample types; Deliver high-quality measurement data with clear records and traceable methods; Identify workflow bottlenecks and improve throughput, reliability, and data quality; Partner with Materials Science, platform, and operations teams on campaign needs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
