APL Engineered Materials, Inc. manufactures specialty inorganic solid chemicals for use in conventional lighting, radiation detection, energy-related and other niche applications. We have an exciting opportunity for an R&D Scientist or Engineer in Urbana, Illinois. The candidate will have a strong passion for developing new technologies or processes and help work towards scaling these processes.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Synthesis of materials by solid state, solution and other routes.
• Be skillful in basic process design and design of experiments.
• Build experimental systems and conduct basic commissioning and testing, as needed.
• Assist with process development and scale-up efforts.
• Participate in developing product costing, roadmaps and other commercial activities. Other tasks, as assigned.
• Be well organized. Possess a safety mindset.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical engineering or materials science. Engineers with extensive R&D chemistry experience are also strongly encouraged to apply. 1-4 years industrial experience is desired.
• This is a hands-on position. Experience synthesizing inorganic materials is needed. Working with hazardous materials is a plus.
• Experience with gas flow, vacuum systems and high-temperature furnaces.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to solve key problems independently or collaboratively.
• Be able to lawfully work in the U.S. without the need for employment visa sponsorship.