Materials Researcher / R&D Engineer

Weizmann Institute of Science

Job description:

We are looking for an autodidact, problem solver, hands-on materials researcher to develop materials and related processes in the field of CNT/Polymer composites. The position is for a 1-year project performed at the interface between academia and industry. We invite you to be part of the innovation that, upon success, may lead to future opportunities.

Required qualifications:

  • Hands-on – must
  • Knowledge and experience with materials/chemistry concepts, practices, and laboratory procedures – must
  • Ability to work independently – must
  • Knowledge and experience in polymers, dispersions, and coating, and lamination technologies -advantage
  • Multi-tasking and teamwork
  • Accurate and methodological
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities And Duties

  • Development of dispersions and coating methods, testing materials related concepts in relevant processes
  • Working with external suppliers and industrial partners
  • Planning, executing, analyzing, and documenting experiments
  • Operating analytical tools

Education And Experience
MSc/Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastics, Polymers from a leading institution OR BSc with at least two years of working experience in R&D in relevant industry

Job location

Rehovot