Microscopy & Microanalysis Technician

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Title:
Microscopy & Microanalysis Technician
Duration: 12 Months

Location:

Client, NY

Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.

Type:
Full-time and On-site

Work Schedule
- Generally 40+ hrs. per week Mon-Fri, but must be flexible.
- Overtime, on-call, and weekend work may be required at times to support test schedules.

Travel Requirements
- Minimal - domestic and/or international travel may occasionally be required but would be the exception.

Description:

Candidates: Preference is for local candidates, but willing to look at other candidates willing to relocate on their own.

Required Education & Experience

• AAS in Engineering Technology or related scientific field

• 2+ years of experience in a technician role or similar role. Candidates must have experience conducting instrumental analysis with microscopes or microprobes.

Scope of Position:
- The successful applicant will combine hands-on experience with scientific principles to provide technical support to engineers involved in testing, research, development, and manufacturing of materials such as glass, refractory, ceramics, metals, and polymers.

- This position will focus on conducting analysis using optical methods and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) along with hands-on sample preparation in a laboratory environment.

Day to Day Responsibilities:
- Sample preparation of glass and refractory materials including cutting, mounting, epoxying, grinding, and polishing.
- Analyze and image prepared samples using optical methods including stereomicroscopy and polarized light microscopy.
- Conduct imaging and chemical analysis using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDX).
- Prepare reports and data compilation for Geologists and Engineering staff.
- Support maintenance of lab operations and supplies.

Required Education & Experience

- AAS in Engineering Technology or related scientific field, 2+ years of experience in a technician role or similar function.

Required Skills
- Experience operating electron microscopes or microprobes.

- OR Experience performing other analytical (quantitative or semi-quantitative) chemistry techniques.
- Knowledge of safety systems and how they relate to machine work, furnace work, and material handling.
- Ability to gather information independently using established and defined procedures and collaborate to obtain input to solve more complex problems.
- Good written & oral communications skills.

Interview Process: Initial Teams Interview. If candidate is local, an onsite interview may be requested.