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Scientist, SIMS

Eurofins USA Material Sciences

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Eurofins EAG Laboratories has over 40 years experience in engineering and materials testing services. Our parent company, Eurofins Scientific, is a multi-billion-dollar global leader in engineering and scientific services operating over 900 labs in 60 countries with 65,000 employees with a portfolio of over 200,000 validated analytical methods. 

At EAG, curiosity fuels everything we do. Every analysis, every test, and every question asked in our labs helps unlock what materials and products are capable of—and what the world can build next. If you’re energized by materials science, analytical chemistry, engineering rigor, and solving problems that matter, you’ll feel right at home here.

Every analysis, every test, and every question asked in our labs helps unlock what materials and products are capable of—and what the world can build next. If you’re energized by materials science, analytical chemistry, and engineering rigor, you’ll feel right at home here.

Our scientists and engineers support industries ranging from semiconductors and advanced electronics to pharmaceuticals, medical devices, energy systems, and consumer products. Using advanced techniques in analytical chemistry, microscopy, surface analysis, and engineering sciences, we help clients solve complex challenges across the product lifecycle.

What sets EAG apart isn’t just our world‑class instrumentation—it’s our people. We’re problem solvers, collaborators, and lifelong learners who value precision, curiosity, and impact. Here, your work directly influences the safety, reliability, and performance of products used around the globe.

Imagine the possibilities. Let’s explore them together.

Job Description

EAG Laboratories is seeking a passionate and skilled  Scientist to join our SIMS (Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry )group. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced analytical techniques and contribute to the development of innovative materials.

Position Overview: 

As a Scientist in our SIMS group, you will perform analysis of thin films using the SIMS tool. You will analyze and test both new and existing materials to identify their properties and characteristics, aiding in product development and improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive analytical work independently, including complex tasks.
  • Apply standard and non-standard techniques to determine the composition, properties, and structure of materials.
  • Prepare detailed reports on analytical results for customers, including interpretation of findings.
  • Provide technical reviews for reports prepared by other analysts.
  • Evaluate customer requests, determine testing requirements, and prepare project quotations.
  • Ensure adherence to schedule, budget, and performance requirements.
  • Potentially direct phases of revenue-producing projects.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm  (Some flexibility is required to accommodate occasional evening or weekend work when requested to support operational or business needs.)

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

  • PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or Engineering with experience in materials characterization and surface analysis techniques.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Must have experience with materials characterization tools. 
  • Familiarity with quality system documents and compliance with all system requirements.
  • Strong analytical and judgment skills.
  • High level of computer literacy, accuracy, and attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
  • Exceptional written communication skills.

This position works with companies that deal with defense-related activities and is subject to  ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).  All accepted applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR:

  1. U.S. Citizen
  2. U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. “Green Card Holder”)
  3. Political Asylee or Refugee

What would set you apart?:

  • Relevant experience with SIMS.

Why Join Us? 

At EAG Laboratories, we value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. You will have the opportunity to work with a team of experts in a dynamic and supportive environment. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Application Process: Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant SIMS experience and qualifications.

Physical Requirements:

  • The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office or laboratory to access file cabinets, machinery, equipment etc.
  • Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods of time (4 or more hours).
  • Ability to handle small and fragile devices with tweezers and /or fingers.
  • Require close distance visual acuity with or without correction (Glasses, Contacts, etc.)
  • Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively 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 90% of the time. 
  • Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting.
  • 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.

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

We will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need, we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.   

Additional Information

Compensation is aligned with market standards for the region and tailored to individual qualifications and experience. 

What It’s Like to Work Here:

  • Teamwork:  experience what being a part of the Eurofins-EAG community feels like. Be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged by your teammates and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.
  • Learning & Development:  take on career development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grown as a leader.
  • Diversity & Authenticity:  we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Benefits & Perks to Foster Work/Life Balance:

✓ Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

✓ 401k Company Matching

✓ Paid Time Off

✓ Wellness Program

✓ Education Assistance

✓ …and more!

If you enjoy being immersed in technology, tackling problems head-on, finding solutions through teamwork, and taking pride in accomplishments, join us today!

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all of our employment practices. Eurofins EAG Laboratories recruits, hires, trains, promotes and administers all employment-related matters based on an individual's qualifications, abilities, and efforts.  Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, military and/or protected veteran status, and/or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.    

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is a Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer

If you enjoy being immersed in technology, tackling problems head-on, finding solutions through teamwork, and taking pride in accomplishments, join us today! Check out our other EAG Laboratories opportunities: EAG Careers

Eurofins USA Material Sciences is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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