Imagine yourself… 

Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impact on the world around you. 

Growing your expertise and expanding your skillset with every project. 

Thriving in a supportive team environment that inspires you to strive for excellence. 

Collaborating with a vibrant, diverse, global team. 

It’s possible with a role at XOS (www.xos.com). 

XOS, a Veralto company, is a leading manufacturer of application-specific X-ray analyzers. We offer best-in-class elemental analysis solutions that improve public safety and customer efficiency in industries like petroleum and environmental compliance. As part of the XOS team and the broader Veralto network, you’ll work with products that make an everyday impact on vital resources we all rely upon: and along the way, you’ll have opportunities to deepen your skills, invest in your development, and seek new ways to fuel your growth. 

We offer: 

Flexible working hours 

Professional onboarding and training options 

Powerful team looking forward to working with you 

Career coaching and development opportunities 

Health benefits 

401(k) 

 

Position Summary 

Reporting to the Director, Research and Development, the R&D Scientist – X-ray Analytical Instrumentation is responsible for advancing innovative elemental analysis solutions using advanced x-ray optics, sources, and detectors. This role will work cross-functionally across multiple departments and with leaders throughout XOS, driving technology development and supporting new product initiatives. 

This position is part of the R&D  team located in East Greenbush and will be onsite. 

 

In this role, a typical day will look like: 

Provide expertise in analytical methods and problem-solving for XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) analyzers. 

Drive innovation to advance analytical capabilities in x-ray fluorescence through critical thinking and robust research disciplines. 

Build technology funnels and create technology building blocks. 

Provide technical guidance and support for new product development projects. 

Contribute to technical solutions for bottleneck problems. 

Collaborate with developers to design and develop efficient algorithms for spectral analysis. 

Develop automated calibration processes and matrix correction algorithms. 

Document technical work to disseminate knowledge. 

Participate in other related activities as required. 

 

The essential requirements of the job include: 

Master’s degree required, PhD preferred, in Physics, Math, or Material Science disciplines. 

Three years or more of research experience with demonstrated success in R&D or post-doc research. 

Experience with spectral analysis in XRF or optical field. 

Strong programming background with proficiency in C++ and Python. 

Solid background in solid state physics, material characterization, and atomic physics. 

Experience in mathematical fitting and computational modeling. 

Proven ability to solve critical technical issues in R&D projects. 

Experience leading technical developments in related projects. 

 

Desired Skills/Experience: 

Analytical problem-solving skills, including structured root cause analysis and innovative solution development. 

Strong math skills and foundation. 

Experience in atomic spectroscopy, atomic physics, or XRF. 

Self-starter and critical investigator adept at dealing with ambiguity. 

Demonstrated ability to work on complex technical projects within a team. 

 

XOS is proud to be part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto’s vibrant global network of 16,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you’ll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we’re Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources™—and building rewarding careers along the way. 

US ONLY: 

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

The compensation range for this role is $90,000 - $120,000 USD per year. 

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. 

 

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law. 

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