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Technical Associate - Research & Development

TechDigital Corporation

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Responsibilities: Job Description: The candidate will assume responsibility for the second-shift operation of a focused-ion beam scanning electron microscope (FIB-SEM) in support of the Qnity Leveraged Analytical Sciences group. Key job responsibilities include: " Prepare samples for analysis, following established procedures using equipment such as mechanical polishers, plasma or sputter coaters, and FIB-SEM cross-section milling and lift-out procedures.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWilmington, DE
    IndustryOther/Not Classified
    Company Size100 to 499 employees

    Description

    Qualifications:
     
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

" Skills with electron microscopy.
" Experience with chemical handling in a laboratory setting.
" Demonstrate commitment to laboratory safety.
" Ability to work effectively in a team environment under tight timelines and competing priorities.
" Strong communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in chemistry, materials science, physics, engineering, or a related field or equivalent knowledge acquired through on-the-job training.
    Responsibilities:
     
Job Description:

The candidate will assume responsibility for the second-shift operation of a focused-ion beam scanning electron microscope (FIB-SEM) in support of the Qnity Leveraged Analytical Sciences group. This in-person position is located at the Experimental Station in Wilmington, DE. The candidate will work under the direction of experienced scientists to provide analytical support for Research and Development (R&D), Technical Service and Development (TS&D), and Manufacturing.

Key job responsibilities include:

" Prepare samples for analysis, following established procedures using equipment such as mechanical polishers, plasma or sputter coaters, and FIB-SEM cross-section milling and lift-out procedures.
" Perform FIB-SEM analyses including imaging, energy-dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (EDS), and electron backscattered diffraction (EBSD), and assess basic data quality.
" Review and organize collected data for reporting to customers.
" Perform routine instrument maintenance, following established procedures.
" Dispose of laboratory waste according to established protocols.
" Work second-shift hours and coordinate work with first-shift FIB-SEM operator.
" Adhere to all safety protocols.

Length of assignment: Annual Renewal

Shift Details:
" Work hours/days: 40 hours/week
" M-F ~4:00 pm 12:30 am (some flexibility may be available in daily start/finish times).
" Candidate will be trained during daytime hours (~8:30 am 5 pm) for the first three months.
" In-person on-site position (no work from home).

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