Job Responsibilities: 1. The primary responsibility of this position is to modify existing Heraeus Photovoltaic products and to bring new products to market by formulating and developing glass platforms with the understanding of the materials science and solar cell physics used in the development of finished products. 2. Solves complex technical problems, applies technology and new ways, develops and recommends new alternatives by utilizing expertise to accelerate development of new products and the modification of existing products. 3. Independently plan, direct, and conduct research activities supporting the design of new products to customer or industry specifications or the modification of existing products for new applications. 4. Analyze/identify/solve problems or customer complaints regarding existing products and originate formula or process changes for new applications. 5. Engage internal and external raw material and equipment suppliers. 6. Maintains regular interaction to provide detailed explanation or technical responses to both internal and external parties. Function as a resource to sales, marketing, technical service, and manufacturing. 7. Remain abreast of technical developments in the field; obtain information through literature and patents. Attend technical conferences, trade shows, and educational courses to remain current in the field as it relates to existing and future technologies; ability to present at same. 8. Author technical reports, technical papers, patent applications, project updates, and technical overviews as required. Review and provide updates to product data sheets and technical data packages. Record precise results and findings in laboratory book, database and/or files. Handle confidential information with care. 9. Follow safety guidelines for handling materials with the use of protective equipment as required. Maintain organization and cleanliness of work area, laboratory instruments and equipment.
Job Requirements: 1. A minimum of a Masters’ Degree in Materials Science or related field and a minimum of two to four years of laboratory experience are required. Two (2) years of specialized experience should be in glass science. The equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. PhD preferred. 2. Must have an understanding of laboratory-scale glass melting and fabrication as well as glass characterization methods. 3. Demonstrate a high level of professionalism. 4. Exhibit a high level of motivation and initiative. Self-starter with an attention to detail required. 5. Must have a collaborative mindset with the ability to work in a diverse, global team. 6. Must have proven analytical techniques such as but not limited to the use of statistics and Design of Experiment. 7. Modelling of composition-structure-property relationships using statistical, neural network, and more advanced predictive methods is preferred. 8. Experiences with database management or development is preferred.