Materials Scientist

Overview

We are looking for a hands-on Materials Scientist to carry out the daily experimental synthesis and characterization of materials predicted by AI. Collaborating closely with the Head of Materials Synthesis & Characterization and the computational team, you will transform AI-driven materials designs into tangible samples and procure high-quality characterization data. This role demands strong ownership and execution skills within a lab environment, contributing directly to an innovative AI-enabled workflow, intellectual property generation, and industrial validation.

Role Expectations

We seek highly motivated individuals who demonstrate perseverance and work well within a team. Ideal candidates are independent problem solvers who enjoy creating new materials and have the determination to bring projects to fruition. Joining an agile and expanding team, you will be involved in pushing the boundaries of materials discovery with competitive remuneration including equity participation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct day-to-day experimental synthesis following AI predictions.
• Characterize materials using various techniques to generate detailed data.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to enhance the AI-materials discovery feedback loop.
• Ensure rigorous experimental protocols and accurate documentation of results.
• Contribute to intellectual property creation and support industrial qualification processes.

Qualifications and Skills

• PhD or MSc in physics, chemistry, or materials science with over 5 years of practical experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in synthesizing inorganic crystals such as permanent magnets, van der Waals materials, superconductors, Perovskite compounds, Kondo topological fermions, and Laves compounds.
• Proficiency in material characterization techniques including X-ray diffraction, SEM-EDS, cryogenic transport measurements, and magnetization (PPMS, VSM).
• Familiarity with synthesis methods like physical vapor deposition, melt-growth, flux-growth, and arc-melting.
• Strong capability to rapidly assimilate new growth techniques.

Preferred Experience

• Knowledge of diverse low-temperature characterization methods.
• Working experience with magnet materials.
• Understanding of laboratory automation and data management systems.
• Experience contributing to data generation for patents or industrial applications.

Company Background

Our company is a German-Portuguese startup innovating material discovery by fusing AI with smart synthesis techniques. Founded by experts with deep experience in AI-driven materials science and industrial chemical sectors, we aim to impact the energy transition, computing advancements, and future mobility through novel materials. Our culture fosters ownership, curiosity, collaboration, and celebrates scientific achievements.