Applications Scientist, Xrd Jobs

The position is a sales and marketing position focused on technical sales and support of our general-purpose x-ray diffraction product line.

Responsibilities

• Special projects as needed.
• Create documentation that demonstrates the effectiveness of the instrumentation for various applications.
• Demonstrate the use of Rigaku instruments at our facility, or similarly equipped customer facilities.
• Perform analyses on customer samples using instrumentation available at the Rigaku facility in The Woodlands, TX. This analysis includes the creation of applications reports to emphasize the capabilities of Rigaku instruments.
• Support the sales effort by accompanying sales engineers on visits to prospective customer sites.
• Provide user training on newly installed customer equipment.

Qualifications
Qualifications

• Experience with general purpose X-ray diffraction and thin film analysis, HRXRD, XRR and GIXRD is preferred.
• This is a sales-oriented position so potential candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be outgoing, and enjoy a high energy, highly competitive work environment.
• MS or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or related field.
• Previous experience as an Application Scientist within the analytical X-ray instrument industry is a plus.
• Ability to travel within North and South America.

Must Be Able To Meet Minimum Qualifications To Apply.
Rigaku offers a rewarding work environment and excellent benefits. All applicants are kept in strict confidence. Benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life insurance, section 125 flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan and more. Rigaku is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Applicants must be able to prove they can legally work in the US.