Scientist
- Surfaces and Materials Analysis viva
- 3.8 Dallas, TX Job Details $51
- $56 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Statistics Customer communication Laboratory safety Sample preparation Contamination control Statistical analysis for research Materials analysis (analytical chemistry specialty) Safe environment creation Physical analysis Mass spectrometers (MS) Full Job Description Scientist
- Hi Res ICP Seeking a Scientist II to join the Surfaces and Materials Analysis Lab, specializing in trace and ultracetrace metal analysis using
ICP-MS, HR-ICP-MS.
The candidates must have prior experience with metal analysis, acid handling, sample preparation for complex matrices, and method development for ICP-MS, previous laser ablation ICP-MS is highly desirable. A strong background in statistical analysis, and method uncertainty determinations is a must. Job Responsibilities Manage large projects Provides technical support to chemists and non-managerial direction Ability to perform analysis and research with minimum supervision. Develop new methods for additional lab capabilities Develop practical and robust new methods for analysis of chemicals and materials used in the semiconductor and associated high tech industries. Investigates customer problems, eg. customer contamination issues Maintain optimum laboratory instrument performance and feedback into preventive maintenance programs. Perform routine and non-routine analysis and data interpretation. Possess a good understanding of process flow in an analytical laboratory. Prepare analysis reports and communicate with customers. Publish and promote new analytical capabilities research findings in industry journals and trade magazines and present new developments at national and international conferences. Supports customers projects, eg. MDL studies, continuous improvement Train lab staff to ensure new method implementation. Understand the immediate and strategic need of the customer for new analysis procedures Work with manager and other lab members to ensure smooth workflow and overall customer satisfaction. Work with sales and marketing to promote new offerings by writing data sheets and presenting results at customers' sites. Qualifications Bachelors of Science in Chemistry or Similar Science with 15+ years of experience required OR Masters of Science in Chemistry or Similar Science with 7+ years of experience required OR Ph.D. in Chemistry or Similar Science with with 2-5 yrs of experience required Must possess strong communication skills: verbal and written. Ability to work with others as a team. Highly organized, disciplined, and goal oriented. Possess a good work ethic and know how to get things done. Ability to work under pressure. Possess good personal time management skills. Understand industrial processes and be business savvy. Work safely at all times and ensure a safety culture and a safe working environment in the laboratory.
Notes:
Possible travel may be required during training to
CA. VIVA
is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
