Material Scientist
Innovator in material discovery
Fields of activity | Material Scientist
As a material scientist, you’ll investigate the properties of materials such as metal, glass, ceramics, plastics, or semiconductors. Your goal will be to develop new materials or improve existing ones to make them more cost-effective, efficient, and environmentally friendly.
A key part of your role as a material scientist will involve analyzing the chemical and physical properties of materials using various methods, for example, electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, or spectroscopy. You’ll also test material quality, supervise production processes, and optimize testing procedures and manufacturing techniques.
Personal requirements | Material Scientist
- Scientific skills
- Analytical thinking
- Responsibility and environmental awareness
- Accuracy and care
- Communication skills and ability to work in a team
Path to the profession | Material Scientist
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As a material scientist, you’ll work in offices, laboratories, and production facilities. Your focus will primarily be on research, often at private or public research institutions and universities. However, your expertise is also in demand in industry, for example, in the automotive, electronics, and construction sectors, as well as in mechanical and plant engineering or aviation.