Materials Science Specialist

Materials Science Specialist

About the Role

As a Materials Science Specialist, you will be responsible for material testing, failure analysis, and analytical support within the Customer Service Laboratory of our TechCenter. The role ensures high-quality, safe, and compliant laboratory operations while supporting internal stakeholders, customer projects, and continuous improvement of test methods and procedures. The Materials Science Specialist works closely with laboratory manager, engineers, and cross functional teams and acts as a technical expert in analytical methods and materials characterization.

Key Responsibilities

• Laboratory Operations & Material Analysis

• Perform material testing, analysis, and failure investigations in accordance with defined operating procedures, standards, and customer requirements.
• Prepare, review, and issue accurate and timely test reports and technical documentation.
• Ensure proper use, handling, and basic troubleshooting of analytical and laboratory equipment.
• Support the validation, update, and continuous improvement of laboratory test methods and work instructions.

• Equipment Maintenance & Technical Support

• Conduct routine equipment maintenance and ensure instruments remain in qualified and operational condition.
• Maintain laboratory readiness by ensuring availability, cleanliness, and correct setup of tools and consumables.
• Support the laboratory supervisor with daily laboratory operations and technical coordination activities.

• Safety, Compliance & Quality

• Safety is an integral part of all work and must always be the top priority.
• Ensure all laboratory activities are carried out in compliance with applicable HSE laws, regulations, company standards, and management systems (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISRS).
• Complete quality records, laboratory documentation, and 5S activities as required.

• Training & Knowledge Sharing

• Provide technical training and explanations to internal stakeholders and, when required, to customers.
• Share best practices and technical know‑how within the team to promote continuous learning.
• Support onboarding, training, and on‑the‑job guidance for new laboratory employees.

• Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in the formulation or revision of laboratory and safety procedures.
• Support other laboratory or TechCenter activities as assigned by the supervisor or management.

Qualifications

• Education & Major

• Master degree or above in Materials Science or a related technical field.

• Experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in materials testing, analytical laboratories, or related technical environments.
• Experience with analytical instruments and laboratory workflows is required.

• Competencies

• High level of professional ethics, integrity, and reliability.
• Strong hands‑on skills with analytical instruments, software and laboratory equipment.
• Solid understanding of analytical methods from both theoretical and practical perspectives.
• Detail‑oriented with strong logical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication skills, high flexibility and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to be part of high-impact customer service laboratory. Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth. Contribute to cutting-edge technology development while ensuring safety, quality and compliance at the highest standards, including competitive compensation and benefits package.

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations.  Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies.  MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [email protected] .

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