Experimental Physicist - Low Temperature Plasma

$95,000.00 - $115,000.00
Full-time
Austin, TX
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Job Description

We are seeking an experimental physicist who has experience working with low temperature plasmas. The ideal candidate would have direct experience designing/building scientific hardware for example a plasma diagnostic system or other equipment for a low temperature plasma experiment.

In this role, you will be instrumental in building our first technology demonstration project. You will be in charge of designing systems for a low temperature plasma device and running experiments and models to understand its operation. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to achieve the company’s technical milestones.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the design, operation and troubleshooting of a low-temperature plasma device.
  • Run experiments and simulations to understand the operation of the device.
  • Operate and troubleshoot various particle analyzers such as time-of-flight mass spectrometers and hot wire ionization gauges.
  • Collaborate with a small multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists to integrate above mentioned systems into the larger prototype device.
  • Maintain a safe and efficient laboratory environment.

Required Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Physics, Surface Science, Mechanical Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field.
  • Strong experimental background working with low temperature plasma.
  • Experience developing scientific hardware (e.g. a plasma diagnostic system, or other equipment for a low temperature plasma experiment/device)

Company

Hexium is an early-stage company building hardware at the cutting edge of plasma physics and atomic physics. Join our technical team to help build transformational technology for the clean energy and medical industries. We are based in the vibrant city of Austin, TX and offer a competitive compensation package that includes medical and dental benefits, 401(k) matching, employee stock options, performance bonuses, and paid time off.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

  • Bonus opportunities

Application Question(s):

  • Are you authorized to work in the U.S. without restriction?
  • What experience do you have designing hardware for plasma devices/experiments or surface science experiments?

Ability to Commute:

  • Austin, TX 78758 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Austin, TX 78758: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Experimental Physicist - Low Temperature Plasma

$95,000.00 - $115,000.00
Full-time
Austin, TX
Apply Now on Indeed
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