Scientist - Biotech jobs in Knoxville, TN

Uster Technologies, Inc. (a subsidiary of Toyota Industries Corporation) is the leading high technology instrument manufacturer of products for quality measurement and certification for the textile industry. Uster consistently brings outstanding and innovative new products to the market, thanks to our dedicated global teams in US, Switzerland, Israel, China, Turkey, India, and Japan.

We currently have the following position available at our Knoxville, TN location:

Scientist

Develops fundamentals for new opto-electrical and electro-mechanical sensor solutions to meet market requirements in the areas of textile quality and monitoring systems.

• This position is in the research and development department, working with multidisciplinary team in developing innovative new technologies for use in measuring and monitoring textile quality
• Design and develop new electro-optic sensors utilizing spectroscopy and optical design, operating in UV, visible and infrared regions
• Develop signal processing algorithms for the newly designed optical sensors along with the software implementation
• Testing, characterizing and improving of the accuracy and repeatability of the sensor/algorithm
• Practices hands-on-work in combination with theoretical work.

Position Requirements

• M.S. in physics or engineering required; Ph.D. strongly preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ work-related experience.
• Strong background in optics and related technologies.
• Previous coding experience required
• Experience in performing feasibility studies.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with team members at all levels.

Benefits include: flexible work hours, business casual environment, great work-life balance; competitive salary plus incentive pay; excellent 401(k) with company match; medical, dental and disability insurances; paid time off and holidays.

AA/EOE M/F/D/V

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Research: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person