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Job Title: Research Scientist III (Batteries/Materials) Location: Redmond, WA Duration: Contract - 12 months Pay Range: $51/hr $54/hr (W2) Job ID: 374161 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description We are seeking a Research Scientist III to join our dynamic team supporting client. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in optoelectronic materials, experimental automation, and hardware interfacing and a proven ability to design and execute high-throughput experimental workflows that accelerate materials discovery and translation to product applications. Responsibilities: Design, build, and automate an established workflow for experimental screening of organic materials to streamline data acquisition.

Develop next-generation optoelectronic materials through advanced design, fabrication, and analysis to validate concepts and assess impact. Collaborate with client to align with goals, address limitations, and resolve bottlenecks across AR/VR programs. Operate and enhance equipment for high-throughput experiments and develop a deep understanding of instrumentation.

Design and automate novel crystal growth, processing, and analysis techniques for targeted components and devices. Communicate results to internal stakeholders and external partners with clear documentation and data. Support translation of research outcomes to practical applications within client product development.

Required Skills & Qualifications: PhD or Masters in Physics, Chemistry, Optical Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a relevant technical field. 5-7 years of relevant experience at a Level III scope. Experience programming hardware interfaces such as serial/I2C/SPI, DAQ systems, and motion control using Python, LabVIEW, C, or similar languages.

2+ years experience in at least one of: chemistry, materials, organic materials, crystallization, nucleation, solid-state analysis, or optoelectronic materials. 2+ years of hands-on experimental laboratory work with demonstrated bench-to-prototype execution. Work authorization in the country of employment at time of hire and maintained during employment.

Preferred Skills: Record of impactful results demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, or first-authored publications in high-impact journals. Experience with solid-state analysis such as diffuse reflectance, XRD, spectroscopy, DSC, and optical microscopy. Familiarity with crystallographic software including CCDC suite, BGMN, Profex, or Olex2.

Experience with HPLC, LC-MS, UV/Vis, and/or GC. Cross-functional teamwork and clear communication in research and development environments. Experience with crystal growth concepts including supersaturation and nucleation.

Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits Opportunities for growth with global clients A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Fair Chance Notice Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records.

Criminal history may relate to material job duties noted above. Evaluation will consider adherence to company policies, sound judgment, stress management, safe and respectful conduct, trustworthiness, ability to meet client expectations and standards, and protection of business operations and reputation. Interested?

Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume. Email: Phone: (415) 202-5530