Inorganic Synthetic Chemist

Company Description

International Solar Electricity Technology (ISET) is a rapidly growing Solar Energy Company engaged in the R&D and manufacturing of printable thin film photovoltaic cells. ISET is commercializing its patented technology to fabricate low-cost Copper-Indium-Gallium Selenide (CIGS) solar cells and modules for terrestrial, portable, and space applications using rigid and flexible substrates. Having recently expanded to a larger facility, ISET is positioned to be a leader in the manufacture of CIGS solar cells.

Position Summary

This individual will be responsible for synthesizing metal oxide powders for ISET’s thin film printable solar cells, characterizing them and tailoring their properties to meet the needs of various ink formulations for various ink coating techniques.  The individual will assist in scaling up the process for increased volume production of the powder.  The individual must be self motivated, disciplined, organized and be able to work in a collaborative, multitasking environment with minimal supervision and with a focus on delivering project goals in a timely manner.

 Responsibilities:

• Synthesize and characterize metal oxide powders of desired size and shape.
• Develop new processes and improve process yield of existing processes for powder synthesis.
• Tailor powder properties based on feedback from engineers and technicians.

Qualifications:

MUST BE U.S. CITIZEN OR PERMANENT RESIDENT

(Applications not explicitly stating citizenship/visa status will not be considered.)

• B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in Material Science, Ceramics Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
• Experience with a variety of inorganic synthesis techniques to prepare metal oxide nanoparticles of highly controlled morphology.  Experience with synthesis of quantum dots may be valuable.
• Experience with particle size control – milling, grinding etc.
• Experience with nanoparticle characterization such as surface area measurement, particle size measurement, zeta potential measurement.
• Experience with materials’ characterization techniques such as XRF, XRD, Thermogravimetric Analysis.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills with ability to communicate across diverse company functions.
• Good oral and written communication skills.  Will write up and present experimental results, project status reports, and make project recommendations.
• Ability to acquire technical expertise in new areas quickly as required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate and lead within a culturally and functionally diverse organization.
• Ability and desire to work in a R&D environment with multiple project responsibilities and changing priorities.
• Experience in CIGS technology or Industrial scale synthesis, a plus.

The work environment at ISET offers growth and learning opportunities as part of a fast-paced and expanding company.  ISET offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

 Please send resume, including salary history to hr@isetinc.com with the words “Inorganic Synthetic Chemist” in the subject field.

hr@isetinc.com