Lab Research Chemist/Physicist/Engineer Ii (Sem Or Afm)

Volt is immediately hiring for a Lab Research Chemist in Maplewood, MN, with a well-known industry leader.
This is a first shift position.
As a Lab Research Chemist you will:

• Prepare routine and novel samples for analysis via SEM and AFM analysis using ultramicrotomy, ion milling, and other conventional techniques.

• Operating SEM and AFM and collecting data.
• Complete basic image processing and data analysis.
• Organize generated data into communicable reports.
• Support product development engineers through physical property and optical testing/characterization, sample prep.
• Run coverage, day/ afternoon/ or midnight shift, as needed (roughly 3-5 days per month)

Estimated Duration 24+ months.
The ideal candidate will have:

• Associate's degree with 2 years lab experience in related position

Preferred Qualifications (Would like to have):
• Knowledge of, and experience with high resolution SEM imaging of a wide variety of materials (ex. metals, silicon, polymers).
• Knowledge of, and experience operating the AFM, optimizing scans for non-routine samples, and comfortable with routine maintenance.
• Familiarity with SEM and AFM sample preparation techniques such as ultramicrotomy and ion milling.
• Familiarity with complementary surface characterization and microscopy techniques (compound, confocal, interferometer, etc.)
• Experience with programming languages or image analysis software like ImageJ, etc (python, Matlab). Image processing and image analysis software.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with firm deadlines and demonstrates flexibility for changing priorities
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Pay Rate: $28.00-29.00 hr.
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
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