What is the salary for the Staff Scientist role at Physical Electronics USA Inc. (PHI)?

The listed annual base salary range is $100K–$120K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Physical Electronics USA Inc. (PHI) sponsor H-1B visas?

Physical Electronics USA Inc. (PHI) has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Staff Scientist role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Staff Scientist role at Physical Electronics USA Inc. (PHI) based?

This role is based in Chanhassen, MN.

What degree is required for the Staff Scientist role at Physical Electronics USA Inc. (PHI)?

The posting accepts the following combinations: MS + 3 years, PhD + 0 years.

How many years of experience does this Staff Scientist role require?

The posting calls for at least 3 years of relevant experience.

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Staff Scientist

Physical Electronics USA Inc. (PHI) · Chanhassen, MNtoday

$100k – $120kfrom the posting

Run XPS/AES/SIMS demos, customer training and application work, and give product feedback for surface-analysis instruments.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Hands-on with XPS, AES and SIMS in an applications lab, plus a voice in next-generation instrument planning

Might not be for you. Instrument-vendor applications role: customer demos, training and marketing material rather than open-ended materials R&D

Mostly at the benchCustomer-facingDeep specialist PhD-friendly

Heads-up: Cover letter required

Adjacent materials roleHands-on XPS/AES/SIMS surface analysis; PhD in Chemistry, Physics, or Materials Science; solving customers' materials characterization problems

Seniority: Senior
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: MS
Experience: 3+ yrs
Industry: General manufacturing
Role: Applications Engineering

Techniques

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Role details

Are you excited by the challenge of turning complex surface analysis data into clear answers that help customers solve real-world materials problems? Do you enjoy working hands-on with advanced XPS, AES, and SIMS instrumentation while helping shape the next generation of analytical technology? Do you thrive in customer-facing roles where strong communication skills help translate complex analytical data into clear, practical solutions?

Physical Electronics USA Inc. (PHI)

, a subsidiary of ULVAC-PHI, is a leading supplier of ultra-high-vacuum surface-analysis instrumentation. Our XPS, AES, and SIMS technologies support a broad range of high-technology applications and help customers solve complex materials challenges.

PHI is seeking a dynamic and technically skilled Staff Scientist with experience in surface spectroscopies to join our Analytical Laboratory team. In this role, the Staff Scientist will provide technical expertise across the company by performing instrument demonstrations, leading training sessions, developing marketing materials, testing current instrument software and hardware, providing feedback for next-generation instrumentation, and delivering solutions to product challenges. PHI’s surface-analysis instrument portfolio includes X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), Auger Electron Spectroscopy (AES), and Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (SIMS).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Provide expertise in the operation and application of surface-analysis instrumentation.
Perform instrument demonstrations, including developing appropriate analytical strategies.
Analyze and interpret results.
Prepare demonstration reports that clearly communicate analytical results and the strengths of PHI instrumentation to customers.
Ensure instrumentation is operating to specification for demonstrations.
Provide on-site instrument training at customer locations and tailor training materials to customer needs.
Develop marketing materials for the surface-analysis product line.
Support cross-functional activities, including software testing, preparation of sales tender documents, and corrective-action initiatives.
Participate in new-product planning as both an expert user and a representative of the customer’s voice.
Represent PHI by attending and presenting at scientific conferences.

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Qualifications

PhD in Chemistry, Physics, or Materials Science, or a master’s degree with three or more years of relevant experience.
Hands-on experience with X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) instrumentation.
Knowledge and use of other materials-characterization techniques, such as AES and/or SIMS, is a plus.
Strong presentation and communication skills.
Ability to work comfortably both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Compensation and Application

The salary range for this position is $100,000–$120,000, depending on experience. We are open to candidates with varying levels of relevant experience who bring the right combination of technical expertise, sound judgment, and enthusiasm to the role.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a résumé and cover letter describing their relevant experience.

Physical Electronics USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.