Research Specialist
Core
Provide experimental and instrumental support for materials synthesis and analysis at the Eyring Materials Center, serving researchers in semiconductors, ceramics, glasses, and alloys.
Role type
Senior IC research specialist (materials synthesis & characterization)
Builds
Novel compounds and materials via high-temperature synthesis and processing
Domain
Materials science / Chemistry / Semiconductor manufacturing
Required skills
High-temperature synthesis, vacuum techniques, X-ray diffraction, thermal analysis (TG-DSC), FTIR, UV-Vis spectroscopy, chemical reaction optimization, equipment maintenance, safety compliance
Preferred skills
Multi-step synthesis design, pilot-scale operation planning, instrument troubleshooting, data analysis, project management
Technologies
Graphite/tungsten/molybdenum disilicide/silicon carbide/Kanthal furnaces, Schlenk lines, High-Resolution X-ray diffractometer, Agilent iLab, vacuum pumps, pressure gauges, residual gas analyzers
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain high-temperature furnaces under various atmospheres; manage user requests and instrument scheduling; perform analytical characterization (XRD, TG-DSC, FTIR, UV-Vis); coordinate equipment maintenance and negotiate with suppliers; maintain lab safety standards and records.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC