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Materials Science Solids Laboratories

Duration: February 10, 2023, to January 10, 2024

Location: Basel

Are you a skilled specialist in materials science with a passion for analytical procedures and composite materials? Do you have expertise in rheology, wetting and adhesion testing, and optical microscopy? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Position Overview: As a Technical Support Associate, you will play a crucial role in our Materials Science Solids Laboratories team, performing a wide range of routine and complex analytical procedures to analyze composite materials in various forms, including liquids, semisolids, and powders. Your work will contribute to the development and innovation of materials science solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilise rheology techniques to characterise flow behaviour, viscosity, and mechanical and thermal stability of materials.
• Conduct wetting and adhesion testing, including contact angle measurements and surface tension assessments.
• Employ optical microscopy and light scattering analyses (SLS) for precise material characterisation.
• Execute routine viscosity tests using various methods, including viscosity and flow curve measurements and dynamic viscosity assessments.
• Develop new analytical methods, ensuring high-quality data and documentation in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Independently provide scientific, quality-driven, and timely delivery of analytical data and reports to stakeholders.
• Maintain and operate laboratory instruments, ensuring continuous improvement, and evaluating upgrades to align with evolving portfolio requirements.
• Actively support innovation initiatives within the Technical Research and Development (TRD) department.
• Collaborate closely with the Material Science team to align deliverables and integrate activities.

Qualifications:

• Expertise in materials science, with hands-on experience in rheology, wetting and adhesion testing, and optical microscopy.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to perform complex analytical procedures.
• Proven ability to develop and implement new analytical methods.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
• Fluency in German is required.

Join Our Team: This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute your expertise in materials science to a dynamic and innovative environment. We offer a collaborative work culture, the chance to work on cutting-edge projects, and the opportunity to support the growth and evolution of our materials science solutions.

If you are passionate about materials science, analytical excellence, and innovation, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter to [Your Contact Information] by [Application Deadline].

We look forward to welcoming a motivated and skilled Technical Support Associate to our Materials Science Solids Laboratories team in Basel. If you have any questions or need further information, please don\\\'t hesitate to reach out to us.

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