Materials Scientist, Nanoparticle Sizing and Lot Release

The work

You will evaluate nanomaterial data to support nanoparticle sizing, morphology assessment, and lot-release qualification. The work centers on careful manual analysis of TEM and SEM micrographs without automated or AI-powered image-analysis tools.

• Analyze TEM and SEM micrographs for nanoparticle size, morphology, and particle size distributions.
• Calibrate images manually, apply thresholding, and validate measurements against reference data.
• Establish and communicate lot-release acceptance criteria using reference cases and quality-control standards.
• Write reports covering methods, findings, and material-qualification recommendations.
• Share technical judgments in project discussions and communicate decisions clearly to stakeholders.

What it pays and takes

This is a part-time contract role for candidates with specialized nanomaterial characterization experience. The listing is open to candidates in the countries specified for the role.

• Pay: $40 to $100 per hour.
• Work type: Part-time contract.
• Location: Open to candidates in the listed countries across North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
• Language: Fluent in English.
• Required: Advanced knowledge of nanomaterial characterization using TEM and SEM.
• Required: Hands-on experience with nanoparticle sizing, particle size distribution analysis, and lot-release evaluation.
• Required: Skill in manual image analysis, thresholding, calibration, and complex morphology interpretation.
• Required: Understanding of quality-control standards and reference-material qualification protocols.
• Required: Strong written and verbal communication, independent technical evaluation, and sound judgment without AI-based tools.
• Helpful: Background in materials science, scientific consulting, or laboratory-based analytical work.
• Prior AI experience is not required.

How it works

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