Ability to communicate clearly, openly, and efficiently across technical and non-technical audiencesExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailEagerness to make meaningful contributions and work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic R&D environment Desired Qualifications/Skills: Experience with technical ceramics, e.g., solid electrolytes, solid oxide fuel cells, or ceramic capacitorsExperience with surface analysis techniques, treatments and processesFamiliarity with ceramic or materials processing operations such as powder synthesis, milling, tape casting, sintering, or related thermal processesProficiency in data visualization and statistical analysis software such as Python, R, Minitab, or JMP Benefits: The base salary range for this role is $90,000 to $115,000 for Level II and $115,000 to $145,000 for Level III, depending on experience. D. + 5 years' experience in Inorganic Chemistry, Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field6+ years of experience conducting research in academic or industrial R&D environment, preferably in ceramics, solid-state chemistry, or surface characterizationDemonstrated experience leading projects which answered key questions and had clear outcomes to drive progressExperience with multiple analytical techniques such as SEM, XRD, particle size analysis, FTIR, XPS, NMR, Raman, LIBS etc.