DIVISION:  Rigaku Innovative Technologies (Auburn Hills, MI)

　　POSITION:  Instrumentation Scientist

　　REPORTS TO:  Director of OperationsJob Summary:Rigaku Innovative Technologies, Inc. (RIT) is looking for an Instrumentation Scientist for its R&D department. RIT is a company located in Auburn Hills, Michigan USA.

　　Supervisory Responsibilities:None.

　　Technical Skills:Good understanding to the theory of x-ray diffraction and x-ray fluorescence.Good understanding to opto-mechanical design. The knowledge related to the design of x-ray optics and instruments is a plus.Good knowledge in traditional optical technologies.Strong modeling capability, both establishing physical models and mathematical models.Strong hands-on capability and experience.Knowledge and experience in device/instrument development. Knowledge and experience in the development of x-ray optics are desirable.  Should be able to demonstrate the past successes in the development of devices/instruments.Principle driven, attention to details, result oriented, strong work ethic, adequate English for fluent communication.

　　Duties/Responsibilities:Provide innovative solutions in developing new products and new technologies, especially products and technologies related to x-ray optics and x-ray instruments.Manage development projects, including working with other departments, especially Coating Department and Engineering Department.Support Sales and Marketing department by providing technical supports to sales activities and marketing activities.Provide technical support to production activities.

　　Education and Experience:Ph.D. in physics, applied physics, material, or the fields with emphasis in physical science and engineering.The position is available at different proficiency levels.  The offer depends on qualification.

　　Physical Requirements:Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at a time.

　　Must be able to meet minimum qualifications to apply.

　　Rigaku offers a rewarding work environment and excellent benefits. All applicants are kept in strict confidence. Benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life insurance, section 125 flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan and more. Rigaku is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Applicants must be able to prove they can legally work in the US.