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Research Chemist
Jurupa Valley, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
CalPortland
CalPortland: Produces and distributes cement, concrete, and construction aggregates.
5+ YOEExecute laboratory testing and analysis of cementitious materials per ASTM/AASHTO/ACI standards; perform XRF/XRD/ICP and calorimetry, maintain lab safety, document and report results.
XRF, XRD, ICP, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Planner
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Senior Epi Sustaining Engineer
Fremont or Sunnyvale
$92k-$150k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Coherent
CoherentNYSE: COHR: Manufactures lasers, engineered materials, and optical networking components.
M.S. (or equivalent experience) in relevant field, deep familiarity with MOCVD and epitaxial characterization (SIMS, XRD, ECV, PL), SPC/JMP experience, cleanroom capability, and strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
MOCVD, SIMS, HRXRD, XRD, ECV, photoluminescence, PL, Surfscan, microscope inspection, SPC, JMP, Gage, DOE
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Sr Electrolyte Scientist
Hayward, California, United States
$112k-$160k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Blue Current
Blue Current: Develops silicon solid-state batteries for mobility and stationary storage.
PhD or MS/BS with relevant years, hands-on inorganic solid electrolyte synthesis and characterization (XRD, SEM, DSC, TGA, Raman, FTIR), R&D project leadership, strong data analysis and safety practices.
XRD, SEM, DSC, TGA, Raman, FTIR, EIS, CV
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Process Engineer 4
Fremont, California, United States
$104k-$231k/yr HybridFull Time
Lam Research
Lam ResearchNASDAQ: LRCX: Manufacturing equipment used to fabricate advanced semiconductor microchips.
5+ YOEAdvanced metrology experience (XRF/XRR/XRD, AFM), SPC/DOE proficiency, Python/AI familiarity, BS/MS/PhD in relevant field with significant experience, strong communication and leadership to drive projects and mentor staff.
XRF, XRR, XRD, AFM, Python, AI tools, SPC, DOE
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Sr Epitaxy Process Technician
Fremont, California, United States
$32-$37/hr OnsiteFull Time
Kyocera SLD Laser
Kyocera SLD Laser: Develops and manufactures high-performance gallium nitride laser light sources.
3+ YOE3+ years semiconductor cleanroom or wafer-processing experience; high school diploma required (associate preferred); hands-on MOCVD/epitaxy experience, cleanroom gowning, metrology (AFM, XRD, photoluminescence), mechanical/electrical aptitude, and strong communication.
MOCVD, AFM, X-ray diffraction, Photoluminescence, Optical microscope, Microsoft Office
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Development Engineer Technician II (Analytical Lab)
Santa Clara, California, United States
$30-$43/hr OnsiteFull Time
First Solar
First SolarNASDAQ: FSLR: Designs and manufactures thin-film photovoltaic solar modules.
0+ YOEPerform materials analysis and lab testing using SEM,XRD,AFM,UV-Vis,TRPL; follow SOPs, maintain lab records, troubleshoot instruments; education range HS+10yrs to Bachelor's; intermediate MS Office skills.
SEM, XRD, AFM, UV-Vis, TRPL, optical microscopy, MS Office
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Postdoctoral Appointee - Discovery Chemistry & Functional Materials, Onsite
Livermore, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time, Temporary
Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia National Laboratories: Conducts science and engineering research for national security.
PhD in chemistry/materials/chemical engineering, hands-on molecular synthesis and air-free techniques, characterization (NMR, MS, UV-Vis, DSC/TGA, XRD), publication record, ability to work onsite and obtain DOE Q-level security clearance.
NMR, HRMS, UV-Vis, XRD, DSC, TGA, FT-IR, Mass Spectrometry, BET
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Battery Materials Technician
San Leandro, California, United States
$30-$35/hr OnsiteFull Time
Coreshell
Coreshell: Manufacturing high-capacity battery cells using silicon-anode technology.
1+ YOE1-3 years hands-on lab experience with materials characterization instruments, proficiency in particle size, BET, XRD, SEM/EDS, TGA/DSC, rheology; lab safety, SOP use, and strong attention to data quality; bachelor’s degree preferred.
particle size analysis, BET, XRD, SEM/EDS, TGA, DSC, rheometry, slurry rheology, conductivity measurements
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Senior Research Associate, Analytical Operations
Foster City, California, United States
$95k-$123k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Gilead Sciences
Gilead SciencesNASDAQ: GILD: Develops and sells medicines for life-threatening infectious diseases.
0+ YOEBachelor's in Chemistry/Biology +2 yrs experience or Master’s with 0+ industry experience; GMP testing, analytical techniques (HPLC/UPLC, GC, IC, dissolution, KF, DSC, PSD, XRD, UV‑Vis), method verification, SOP/CAPA experience.
Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography (UPLC), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography, Ion Chromatography, Dissolution, Karl Fischer, Differential Scanning Calorimetry, Particle Size Distribution, X-Ray Powder Diffraction, UV-Vis spectroscopy
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Sr. Materials Engineer, Materials Laboratory
Hawthorne, California, United States
$135k-$190k/yr OnsiteFull Time
SpaceX
SpaceX: Designs and launches advanced rockets and satellite internet constellations.
5+ YOEBachelor's in materials or related field, 5+ years materials lab engineering experience, hands-on with mechanical/thermal/characterization testing, proficiency with Python or MATLAB, experience with SEM/EDS/XRD/TGA/DSC/DMA/Gleeble, ability to lift 25 lbs and work extended hours/weekends.
Python, MATLAB, SEM, EDS, XRD, FTIR, spark OES, pycnometer, TGA, DSC, DMA, Gleeble, ASTM, ISO
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Process Engineer, Powder
Menlo Park, California, United States
$175k-$275k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Periodic Labs
Periodic Labs: Builds autonomous laboratories for AI-driven scientific discovery.
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or related field; hands-on experience with solid-state chemistry, ceramics, or powder processing; experience in high-mix R&D, pilot, or manufacturing environments; strong systems thinking; knowledge of SPC, DOE, and lean concepts; familiarity with characterization techniques (...
JMP, Minitab, XRD, SEM
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Principal /Senior Principal Microelectronic Semiconductor Engineer
Manhattan Beach, California, United States
$114k-$213k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
5+ YOESTEM degree, hands-on MBE growth experience, materials characterization knowledge (XRD, AFM, PL, Hall), US citizenship, ability to obtain/maintain Secret clearance; principal: ≥5 years, senior principal: ≥8 years.
Molecular-beam epitaxy (MBE), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Atomic force microscopy (AFM), Photoluminescence (PL)
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Principal /Senior Principal Microelectronic Semiconductor Engineer
Manhattan Beach, California, United States
$114k-$171k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
5+ YOEUS citizen able to obtain Secret clearance. STEM degree with 5+ years (Principal) or 8+ years (Senior Principal) relevant experience. Hands-on MBE operation, materials characterization (XRD, AFM, PL, Hall), lab work and lifting required.
Molecular-beam epitaxy (MBE), X-ray diffraction (XRD), atomic force microscopy (AFM), photoluminescence (PL), Hall effect measurements
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Postdoctoral Researcher – Battery Materials & Electrochemical Energy Storage
Berkeley, California, United States
$84k-$94k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory: Conducts scientific research to address global challenges.
PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science or related; hands-on experience with battery material synthesis, cell assembly, electrochemical testing, glovebox operation, and structural characterization; strong communication and data management skills.
Python, MATLAB, glovebox, X-ray diffraction, electron microscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, synchrotron
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Materials Engineer
San Francisco, California, United States
$100k-$140k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Mariana Minerals
Mariana Minerals: Building software-first infrastructure to produce and refine critical minerals.
MS in materials science, chemistry, materials engineering, or chemical engineering; PhD preferred. Requires materials synthesis, characterization, process design, scale-up, analytical, and communication skills.
XRD, SEM, TEM, BET, TGA/DSC, OLI systems
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FSP Scientist: Pre-Formulation
San Diego, California, United States
$31-$39/hr OnsiteFull Time
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher ScientificNYSE: TMO: Sells equipment and chemicals for scientific research and healthcare.
2+ YOEBachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or similar; 2–4 years of comparable experience, with 2+ years in a chemistry, analytical, or characterization laboratory desired; HPLC and related equipment experience preferred.
HPLC, PXRD, DSC, TGA, SEM, GVS, PLM, T3
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R&D Intern
Fremont, California, United States
$40-$45/hr OnsiteMultiple Commitments Available
Enovix
EnovixNASDAQ: ENVX: Manufactures advanced silicon-anode lithium-ion batteries for electronic devices.
PhD student or graduate researcher with electrochemistry, battery materials, cell testing, and failure analysis experience.
Python, MATLAB, JMP, Origin, XRD, XPS, Raman, FTIR, BET, TGA
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Principal Mechanical Engineer Metals and Materials
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$220k-$330k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Intuitive
IntuitiveNASDAQ: ISRG: Robotic-assisted systems for minimally invasive surgery.
15+ YOE15+ years engineering experience in metals/materials for medical device or precision manufacturing; expertise in metallurgy, failure analysis, material characterization, and manufacturing processes; BS required, MS/PhD preferred.
SolidWorks, FEA, SEM, EDS, XRD
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Postdoctoral Fellow - Chemistry
Dunedin or Melbourne or Sydney or California
$92k/yr OnsiteFull Time, Contract
University of Otago
University of Otago: Public research university providing higher education and academic research.
PhD in chemistry, physics, planetary science, materials science, or a related field; experience with gas synthesis, hazardous sample handling, high-vacuum and cryogenic systems; diffraction experience advantageous.
DFT, gas delivery manifolds, thin film deposition, vacuum hardware, photolysis setups, high vacuum equipment, gas handling systems, cryocooler hardware, vibrational spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, X-ray diffraction, neutron diffraction crystallography
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Principal Process Development Engineer
San Jose, California, United States
$162k-$217k/yr OnsiteFull Time
QuantumScape
QuantumScapeNYSE: QS: Develops next-generation solid-state batteries for electric vehicles.
6+ YOEPhD or equivalent experience with 6+ years in process R&D; experience with materials characterization, equipment troubleshooting, CAD, statistics/data analysis (JMP or Python); ability to drive projects to completion.
XRD, SEM, FIB, EDS, SolidWorks, AutoDesk Inventor, JMP, Python, Rapid Thermal Processing (RTP)
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