Raman Applications Scientist

Raman Applications Scientist Regular Full-Time Piscataway, NJ, US 5 days ago Requisition ID: 2315 Salary Range: $97,000.00 To $125,000.00 Annually The HORIBA Group of worldwide companies provides an extensive array of instruments and systems for applications ranging from automotive R&D, process and environmental monitoring, in-vitro medical diagnostics, semiconductor manufacturing and metrology, to a broad range of scientific R&D and QC measurements. Proven quality and trustworthy performance have established widespread confidence in the HORIBA Brand. Inspired by our unique motto, “JOY and FUN,” we focus on social responsibilities by building state-of-the-art products for scientific advancement, especially for protecting health, safety, and the environment. “HORIBARIANs,” the HORIBA employees all over the world, look forward to working with additional creative and entrepreneurial self-starters. To learn more about our unique culture, visit our culture page. Are you an enthusiastic scientist with experience in Spectroscopy? Are you curious and engaged, able to solve problems with existing approaches, but creative enough to explore new ways for the “unsolvable” ones? If so, this may be an exciting opportunity to join HORIBA’s Raman Group as an Applications Scientist as we continue to grow our team and our business. In this role, the Raman Applications Scientist will work closely with customers to demonstrate HORIBA’s Raman products and applications solutions to satisfy their analytical needs. You must be curious enough to fully understand a customer’s application and their analytical need, creative enough to propose effective solutions, and have the scientific experience to validate and demonstrate their feasibility. As part of the Raman applications team, you will contribute to both applications development and new product development initiatives. You will be expected to travel, visiting customers for product demonstrations and training, as well as to deliver seminars at scientific conferences. This position is based at the HORIBA New Jersey Optical Spectroscopy Center in Piscataway, NJ. Responsibilities Provide pre-sales and post-sales technical support for HORIBA Raman products Support Sales and Service teams in interactions with prospects and existing customers Perform measurements on prospect samples and prepare analysis reports Conduct product demonstrations and customer training at HORIBA facilities and in the field Develop applications for non-routine measurements in support of customers, new products, and business development initiatives Design experiments to test hypotheses or demonstrate the feasibility of a new application, or provide proof of concept to a customer Create supporting documents such as application notes, technical notes, training material, and support creation of new marketing material. Deliver in-person and virtual presentations (e.g., webinars) at scientific conferences, sales meetings, and customer events Provide technical support at trade shows and industry events Identify, explore, and develop new applications for HORIBA Raman instruments Skills/Experience Required Research background with demonstrated ability to develop sound experimental methods and test hypotheses using appropriate analytical techniques Strong expertise in Spectroscopy; experience with Raman spectroscopy is strongly preferred (expertise in microscopy, optics, or analytical instruments like Fluorescence, confocal microscopy, AFM, SEM, TEM, or FTIR is also valuable) Extensive experience in analytical data analysis and interpretation (i.e., coupling analytical instrumentation with data analysis to derive answers) Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%, including international travel Excellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently with minimal supervision Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills Strong analytical thinking skills M.S. or PHD in chemistry, analytical chemistry, biophysics, materials sciences/engineering, or a related scientific field Compensation Package HORIBA Instruments offers a competitive compensation package that includes a 401(k) plan with match; employee group dental, vision, life, and disability (short and long-term) paid for by the company; medical insurance, family dental and vision insurance, and supplemental life insurance available with reasonable employee contributions; employee assistance program; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; flexible spending accounts; and educational reimbursement and commuter benefit programs. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. 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