Materials Scientist / Analytical Chemist

Houston Electron Microscopy, Inc.

Position: Materials Scientist / Analytical Chemist

About the Job

Company Description

Houston Electron Microscopy, Inc. is an industrial materials analysis laboratory located in Stafford, TX. We specialize in Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and micro-chemical analysis of various materials including metals, ceramics, plastics, and geological samples. Our SEM/EDS analysis provides conclusive evidence needed for failure analysis and identifies microscopic particles or contamination causing process and wear problems. We pride ourselves on offering competitive hourly rates and high-quality customer service.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Materials Scientist. The Materials Scientist will be responsible for laboratory operations, researching and developing new materials, conducting laboratory analysis using SEM and other micro-chemical techniques, and interpreting results to provide solutions for clients. The Materials Engineer position is primarily on-site and may involve working at one or multiple sites.

Primary Responsibilities

•    Take safe lab operations in daily work.

•    Client Communication (20%): Initiate projects and generate material workflows. Develop and maintain relationships with clients for business development.

•    Laboratory Workflow Management (50%): Oversee the entire workflow from receiving samples to planning and executing tests, and reporting results. Prepare tailored reports using MS WORD and/or PowerPoint. Work independently with minimal supervision to complete projects and reports.

•    Laboratory Maintenance (10%): Perform routine maintenance and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment. Maintain a tidy and organized workspace.

•  Quality System (10%): Maintenance of lab quality and data system. Author of quality manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and other technical documentations.

•    Training and supervision (10%): Mentoring and teaching of lab analysts, including colleague students and interns.

Core Qualifications

·       M.S./Ph.D. in a STEM major (Material Science, Chemistry, Metallurgy, or related fields).

·       0-5 years of industrial or post-graduate academic experiences (e.g. Post Doctoral) are welcome to apply.

·       Ability to independently accomplish a project from design to planning, execution, data analysis, summary, and reporting.

·       Strong laboratory skills, ability to multi-task on medium level complexity of laboratory hands-on experiments and document reporting.

·       Detailed oriented, analytical mindset, and a can-do attitude.

Preferred Skillsets (Not Required for All)

·       Hands-on experience with SEM and/or EDS equipment is preferred.

·       Hands-on experiences and knowledge of metallurgical materials

·       Hands-on experiences and knowledge of polymer materials

·       Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

·       Detail-oriented and organized approach to work.

·       Experience with spectroscopic techniques and/or chromatography techniques.

Other Requirements

This position is a full-time, on-site role with regular business hours and requires 5-10% local travel. The position would require occasional non-regular business hours for rush projects (<5%).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Houston Electron Microscopy, Inc. is firmly committed to providing a workplace conducive to growth. We recruit, hire, train, and promote based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

How to Apply

Forward your resume to shawn.liu@houstonem.com for consideration for this position.

Contact Information

Houston Electron Microscopy, Inc.

13003 Southwest Fwy Ste 110, Stafford, TX 77477

Phone: 281-888-4261

Email: Shawn.Liu@houstonem.com

Website: www.houstonem.com

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