Where is the Materials Scientist role at Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom based?

This role is based in Utica, NY.

What degree is required for the Materials Scientist role at Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom?

This role asks for a master's degree.

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

The posting calls for 1–2 years of relevant experience.

What techniques or methods are required for this Materials Scientist role?

ICP, thermal analysis, SEM, pH measurement.

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Materials Scientist

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom · Utica, NY4d ago

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Develop and scale gallium/germanium separation and purification processes with lab and pilot trials and materials characterization.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Work on rare-metal recovery from mining and semiconductor recycling streams, a critical-materials supply chain problem.

Might not be for you. Metals separation chemistry rather than polymer work, and requires prior Ga/Ge industry experience.

Mostly at the benchDeep specialist First industry role

Adjacent materials role:Materials Science degree; rare-metal (Ga/Ge) separation and purification process R&D; material characterization with ICP, thermal analysis, SEM

Seniority: Entry level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: MS
Experience: 1–2 yrs
Industry: Semiconductor
Role: R&D / Research
Relocation: Offered

Materials

gallium2 roles germanium3 roles

Techniques

ICP38 roles thermal analysis83 roles SEM327 roles pH measurement17 roles

Benefits

relocation assistance

Role details

Relocation Assistance- available

Looking for Material Scientist with experience supporting research and development of processes for separating and purifying rare metals from mining materials, impure compounds, and semiconductor recycling streams. Skilled in laboratory and pilot-scale trials, material characterization, technical reporting, and collaboration with manufacturing teams.

Experience

Conduct research to develop and improve rare-metal separation and purification processes specifically for Gallium and/or Germanium.
Plan and execute laboratory- and pilot-scale trials to evaluate proof of concept and process performance.
Characterize materials and assess physical and chemical properties using laboratory instrumentation.
Prepare clear technical reports documenting experimental methods, results, and recommendations for management and company records.
Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to evaluate applications, process improvements, and commercialization opportunities.
Support technology transfer from development into production and contribute to process cost models, profitability assessments, and return-on-investment analyses.
Contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of quality management systems and customer-focused processes.

Qualifications

Master’s degree or equivalent in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
1–2 years of relevant industry experience in Gallium and/or Germanium. Technical equipment experience: ICP laboratory instrumentation; thermal analysis equipment; SEM; pH meters.