Scientist - TEM Automation & Data Workflows

Job Description Eurofins EAG Laboratories is seeking a hands‑on Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) Scientist who also has strong experience building automation, scripting, or data workflows for microscopy data. Location: Phoenix, AZ | Weekend Shift Eligible What You’ll Do Design, build, and implement automation workflows directly on S/TEM systems (data acquisition, instrument control, and workflow scripting) Develop and maintain automated pipelines for TEM data collection and analysis Perform image processing (segmentation, enhancement, measurement, visualization) on 2D and 3D datasets Apply computer vision, statistics, and machine learning to microscopy and analytical data Work with multi-modal materials characterization data (TEM, SEM, EDS, XRD, XPS, RBS, etc.) Improve throughput, repeatability, and data quality of TEM-based services Build tools for data processing, feature extraction, and exploratory analysis Partner with lab teams to translate real‑world analytical problems into automated solutions Support S/TEM operation and data collection, including EDS/EELS where needed Contribute to new TEM capabilities (e.g. 4D STEM, advanced imaging workflows) What Success Looks Like (First 6–12 Months) Implement or improve automation workflows used in production TEM work Reduce manual intervention in data collection and analysis Increase throughput and consistency of TEM services Build usable tools and pipelines that lab teams adopt Work Schedule Wednesday–Sunday or Saturday–Wednesday Weekend shift differential applies Compliance Requirement (ITAR) This position supports work related to defense applications and is subject to ITAR regulations. Applicants Must Be U.S. Persons U.S. Citizen U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) Political Asylee or Refugee Qualifications Required Qualifications MS or PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Engineering, or related field Hands‑on S/TEM experience, including real‑world data collection Experience developing or implementing automation for TEM or similar instrumentation (e.g., scripting acquisition, using vendor APIs, workflow automation) Strong Python programming skills Ability to build analysis tools, not just basic scripts Experience applying data science, statistics, or computer vision to experimental data Experience working with materials‑focused systems (e.g. semiconductors, metals, ceramics, failure analysis) Experience with EDS (not just exposure to EELS) Ability to work in a fast‑paced, production lab environment Preferred Qualifications Experience with machine learning applied to imaging or scientific datasets Familiarity with deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow) Experience with TEM automation frameworks or vendor APIs Experience with large‑scale or high‑throughput data pipelines Exposure to 4D STEM or advanced TEM techniques Experience working with multi‑modal data (image, spectral, time‑series) Physical Requirements Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods of time (4 or more hours). Ability to operate a keyboard and other lab equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the time. Ability to communicate clearly and understandably ensuring an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting. Ability to handle small and fragile devices with tweezers and/or fingers. Require close distance visual acuity with or without correction (Glasses, Contacts, etc.) Must be willing and able to wear PPE such as hard‑hat, steel‑toed shoes, safety glasses, laboratory coat and/or any other devices or equipment that is required. Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with visitors, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota. Ability to move equipment or items up to 50 lbs. Additional Information Compensation is aligned with market standards for the region and tailored to individual qualifications and experience. Benefits & Perks to Foster Work/Life Balance 401k Company Matching Wellness Program Volunteer Time off Education Assistance Fitness Reimbursement …and more! Equal Employment Opportunity Eurofins EAG Laboratories is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information (GINA), disability, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law. The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer all employment‑related matters based on an individual’s qualifications, abilities and efforts without regard to protected status. Eurofins USA Material Sciences is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Eurofins | EAG Laboratories