Co-Op, Characterization Electrodeposited Material
Core
Develop measurement methods and protocols for characterizing electrodeposited metal films to ensure repeatable, high-quality data for an autonomous science platform.
Role type
Co-op Materials Characterization Scientist
Builds
Measurement protocols, sample preparation standards, and data quality criteria for electrodeposited films
Domain
Materials Science / Thin Films / Electrodeposition
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Materials characterization instruments, hardness testing, metallographic sample prep, XRD data analysis, thin films knowledge, experimental technique
Preferred skills
Python, EBSD data analysis, SEM/FIB experience, four-point probe, optical profilometry, laser confocal systems, measurement method qualification
Technologies
XRD, EBSD, SEM, four-point probe, laser confocal metrology, hardness testing
Responsibilities
Develop sample prep and measurement protocols for characterization tools; Prepare samples for SEM and EBSD; Run four-point probe, laser confocal metrology, and hardness measurements; Analyze XRD and EBSD data; Validate measurement repeatability and establish data quality criteria; Document methods and failure modes
Seniority
Co-op (Undergraduate/Master's/PhD student)