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Instrotek

Designs and manufactures materials testing equipment

Applied Physics/Scientist/Engineer

Physical SciencesPosted on Nov 13
Full-timeDurham, NC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • A Ph.D. in Applied Physics, Physics, Engineering Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field.
  • A strong background in electromagnetism and nuclear physics.
  • Proficiency with simulation tools such as COMSOL, ANSYS, and MATLAB, and programming languages such as Python and C++.
  • Experience with laboratory instrumentation and experimental techniques.
  • The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • The ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; operate scientific instruments and equipment; occasionally lift and carry materials or equipment up to 25 pounds; and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity and visual accuracy.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research and development in applied physics and engineering focused on construction materials, using non-destructive nuclear and electromagnetic methods.
  • Design and execute experiments to validate theoretical models and simulations.
  • Collaborate with engineers and scientists across disciplines to develop prototypes and optimize system performance.
  • Analyze data using computational tools and present findings to stakeholders.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and scientific advancements relevant to the field.
  • Support product development teams.
  • Work in a shop environment with laboratory facilities containing minor, fully shielded radiation sources used for materials testing, under monitored and controlled safety protocols.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in industry-focused research and development or technology commercialization.
  • Knowledge of machine learning or data science applications in physics.
  • Familiarity with regulatory standards and product development cycles.

About the Company

Instrotek

Designs and manufactures materials testing equipment

InstroTek designs and sells measurement instruments for the construction and raw materials industries, focusing on density, moisture, and other material properties using nuclear and non-nuclear technology. Its tools include portable calibration devices, asphalt sealing equipment, and rapid-drying or density-measurement solutions used worldwide for quality control and specification compliance. The company differentiates itself through decades of hands-on experience, multiple patents, and a global service network that offers quick support and parts. Its goal is to provide accurate, reliable testing equipment that helps customers ensure safety, quality, and compliance in their projects.

Company size
11-50
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Louisville, KY
Founded
1997

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