Materials Scientist

Materials Scientist

About this amazing opportunity!!!

RHI Magnesita has an amazing opportunity for a Materials Scientist, in York, PA. The Materials Scientist applies their knowledge and skills to support R&D, HSE and QC through physical and chemical analysis testing.

Materials Scientist

About this amazing opportunity!!!

RHI Magnesita has an amazing opportunity for a Materials Scientist, onsite in York, PA. The Materials Scientist applies their knowledge and skills to support R&D, HSE and QC through physical and chemical analysis testing.

Responsibilities include maintaining, calibrating,troubleshooting, and operating analytical lab equipment pertaining to refractory ceramics (including but not limited to the XRF, XRD, SEM, TGA, Dilatometer,laser diffraction particle size analyzer, etc.) as well as supporting in developing the lab with future analyses. Additionally, the Material Scientist acts as the Chemical Hygiene Officer and Radiation Safety Officer for the lab area. They are expected to develop lab SOPs and work on further developing testing standards in the lab. Finally, they must be able to effectively handle project work and effectively communicate with Engineering, Sales, and Marketing.

The tasks will include:
• Testing raw materials, finished products as needed to support R&D activities using laboratory equipment
• Maintaining, calibrating, and operating analytical lab equipment (including but not limited to the XRF, XRD, SEM, TGA, Dilatometer, etc.)
• Analyzing different sets of mineral raw-materials and refractory ceramic products with the instruments available, communicating the results with the R&D Research Engineers
• Communicating with equipment suppliers when needed to execute activities
• Handling of chemicals in the lab in a safe and proper way
• Act as the Chemical Hygiene Officer and Radiation Safety Officer for the lab area
• Interacting with other labs in RHIM to harmonize testing methods
• Running regular control samples related to globally calibrated equipment
• Lead improvement projects in the lab
• Developing testing procedures, writing SOPs and ensuring they are followed
• Testing of raw materials or prototype products as needed and reporting of results in an organized manner

• Willingness to stay up to date on testing method technologies and training, Other team tasks as necessary.

About you
• Bachelor’s degree in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Geology, or other physical science with at least 2 years of chemistry coursework
• Preferred 3-5 years of experience in a lab setting
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of the operation and care of specialized laboratory equipment
• Knowledge of mineral phases and inorganic chemistry
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and approved chemical disposal practices
• Ability to follow established methods and procedures
• Ability to develop methods and procedures
• Willingness to learn new tasks, and flexibility in work assignments
• Knowledge in the operation of laboratory equipment such as XRF, XRD, SEM, TGA, Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analyzer, CS Analyzer and Dilatometer 
• This position requires that the person be a highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently or as part of a group
• Knowledge of analytical testing methods with listed laboratory equipment.
• Experience with evaluating and testing ceramic components and binders.
• Reporting of results in an organized manner
• Computer skills: Advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

We Offer Amazing benefits!

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and many more

Do you recognize yourself in this role?
At RHI Magnesita everyone is welcome and encouraged to apply. We evaluate applications based on required qualifications and regardless of gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status. At RHI Magnesita we appreciate the value of diverse teams.

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