Job Description
Research Scientist - We offer competitive benefits!
We are an established company located in Secaucus, New Jersey that offers its employees a competitive benefits package and great developmental opportunities.
The Company: GIA is the world’s foremost authority in gemology. An independent, nonprofit organization, GIA protects the public trust in gems and jewelry by providing the education, research, and standards that consumers and the jewelry industry rely on to make informed purchase decisions.
The Team & Culture: With autonomy, performance and passion, the Research & Development department strongly collaborates across the team to elevate the organization’s research and instrument initiatives. Our researchers develop instruments that are accurate, reliable and cutting-edge and used by gem professionals — retailers, wholesalers, scientists — around the globe.
GIA relies on a strong set of values to create a sense of purpose - guiding and inspiring people inside and outside the organization. We strive for our employees to have a sense of belonging and inclusivity through our core values of integrity, teamwork, leadership, respect and results.
The Location: Secaucus, New Jersey
- We offer medical, dental, vision and matching 401-K plan
- Paid vacation, sick and holidays, tuition assistance, commuter benefits
JOB OVERVIEW
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Research Scientist to lead and oversee the projects for development of the research and characterization instrumentation and fundamental research on the gem properties. In this role you will be working with the cross functional team of scientists and engineers to design new optical instrumentation and techniques to measure and characterize properties of the gemstones.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop optical instrumentation such as laser processing systems, optical imaging systems, and laser spectroscopy systems designed to study and characterize the specific properties of various gemstones.
Perform research and design experiments to implement new characterization methods and techniques, including building and testing instrument prototypes to validate concepts.
Collaborate with hardware, software, and engineering team to design and finalize instruments for internal and industrial applications.
Own and oversee the overall project development, carrying the development through the gated phases, ensuring alignment with project targets and timelines.
Conduct fundamental and applied research related to gemstones and gemology, contributing to scientific advancements in the field.
File patent applications to protect innovative technologies and publish research findings in academic journals.
Provide technical support for instruments, including debugging, implementing new functions, and assisting researchers with instrument-related needs.
Explore, validate, and assess new measurement techniques and instruments for gemstone analysis, evaluating their feasibility and potential value to the company.
Communicate effectively, collaborate with colleagues and management, and maintain professionalism.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Proven experience in design of optical instrumentation.
Good knowledge of laser technology and hands on experience in working with the ultrafast laser systems, and laser processing system construction and maintenance.
Solid knowledge of the optical instrumentation market and available technologies are desired.
Familiarity with spectroscopy (UV-VIS, FTIR, Raman/PL, other) and gemstone optical characterization is a plus
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational and project management abilities
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, able to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to motivate and own the project development.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Advanced degree (Ph.D.) in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or a related field.
Strong background in ultrafast laser systems, non-linear optics, laser physics, and laser processing in transparent materials.
Expertise in laser interaction with materials, laser processing systems design, operation and maintenance, and real-time laser processing monitoring.
Proven experience in adaptive optical elements such as spatial light modulator and deformable mirror, galvanometer scanner, and knowledge of the time resolved optical methods is desired
Experience in mathematical tools such as MATLAB, Mathematica, or similar, or programming languages such as Python, C++, or similar is desired.
Pay Range: $118K - $168k.
Disclaimer: This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification and it may be changed by management at any time. Other duties may also apply. Nothing in this job description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Company and its employees.
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