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NANOSCIENCE INSTRUMENTS INC

$90 - $130/hr

Now Hiring Application Scientist - Electron Microscopy Solutions Nanoscience Instruments is a leading supplier of electron microscopy and nanomaterial synthesis instrumentation to customers across ...

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Optics / Microscopy Principal Scientist

San Diego, CA · On-site

$144K - $216K/yr

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Principal Scientist with expertise in optical design, microscopy, and functional imaging to join our team. This role bridges the disciplines of science ...

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How much do microscopy scientist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for microscopy scientist in the United States is $130,117.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,500.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a microscopy scientist?

A Microscopy Scientist is a specialist who utilizes various microscopy techniques to analyze materials, biological samples, or nanostructures at high magnifications. They work in research, quality control, and diagnostics across industries such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, materials science, and biotechnology. Their responsibilities include operating and maintaining microscopes, preparing samples, interpreting data, and contributing to advancements in science and technology.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a microscopy scientist?

As a Microscopy Scientist, your daily tasks often include preparing and analyzing samples, operating advanced microscopy equipment, capturing and interpreting images, and documenting findings. You may also spend time maintaining instruments, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating with researchers or engineers from other disciplines. Regularly presenting data, contributing to project meetings, and assisting with method development or protocol optimization are common as well. This mix of hands-on work and teamwork helps drive innovation and accurate results in both academic and industry settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a microscopy scientist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Microscopy Scientist, you need a strong background in biology, materials science, or related fields, combined with expertise in advanced microscopy techniques and image analysis. Familiarity with instruments such as electron, confocal, or atomic force microscopes, as well as software like ImageJ or MATLAB, is typically required, and specialized training or certifications are advantageous. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies enable accurate sample analysis, high-quality data production, and effective collaboration within multidisciplinary research and development teams.

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Infographic showing various Microscopy Scientist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,117 per year, or $62.6 per hour.

Application Scientist Electron Microscopy

NANOSCIENCE INSTRUMENTS INC

On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Other

Medical, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Now Hiring Application Scientist - Electron Microscopy Solutions

Nanoscience Instruments is a leading supplier of electron microscopy and nanomaterial synthesis instrumentation to customers across North America. We are seeking an outgoing, self-driven Application Scientist to support our electron microscopy solutions, including SEM/EDS, ion milling, and software-driven automation. The role of an Application Scientist is to interface with customers and potential customers to demonstrate and educate about the uses and capabilities of our various EM products.

The application scientist will regularly interact with other application scientists, account managers, and supplier R&D. This position will be exposed to a wide variety of customers in various industries with different requirements, spanning from small to large companies, universities, military and government research facilities. A key aspect of this position will be to drive automation through Python-based scripting and software development.

This role is ideal for a scientifically minded individual who is energized by networking, thrives under minimal supervision and genuinely enjoys helping other scientists solve complex analytical puzzles while easily adapting to new situations, products & technologies.

Job Type

Full Time

Work setting:

In-Person & 30-50% Travel

Role Responsibilities: Technical Sales Support:
  • Partner closely with account managers to provide technical expertise for sales in the USA and Canada through customer consultations, product demonstrations, and sample evaluations
  • Develop and optimize solutions to address customer needs, including automated workflows where appropriate
  • Represent Nanoscience Instruments through technical presentations and live demonstrations at conferences, trade shows, and workshops
  • Perform installations and customer training as assigned, covering both instrument operation and fundamental concepts to ensure customer success
  • Provide post-sales customer support including advanced instrument training, workflow optimization, and application-level troubleshooting (Assistance may be supplied by our service team or by the supplier)
  • Build long-term customer relationships through ongoing engagement and courtesy visits to maximize product value
Marketing and Product Development:
  • Collaborate with marketing to create application notes, webinars, blogs, and other customer-facing content
  • Develop expertise in key application areas to support product growth, identify market trends, and provide competitive technical insight
  • Work with product managers and suppliers to test new features, provide customer feedback, and influence future product development
Automation and Software Development:
  • UtilizePythonto automate instrument workflows, image analysis, and reporting for both internal and customer use
  • AI-assisted scripting is acceptable but candidates must be comfortable writing, debugging, and maintaining Python code independently
Qualifications
  • Education:Minimum BS; MS or PhD preferred, in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or Engineering or related area
  • Experience:Hands on proficiency with Scanning Electron Microscopy, EDS/EDX, and Python
  • Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Travel:Ability to travel domestically and internationally approx: 30-50% variable travel
  • Certification/Licensure:This position requires access to Government, Military, and other high security labs. US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency (Green Card) is strictly required
Why Join Us?
  • Collaborate on impactful, interdisciplinary projects across the research and industrial landscape.
  • Balance hands-on lab work with dynamic customer interaction.
  • Work in a flexible, supportive hybrid environment with access to cutting-edge instrumentation.
  • Grow with a company that values scientific integrity, innovation, and team development.
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance
  • Vision insurance
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