{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d2849ea8fbd0726fb85dca8b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d2849ea8fbd0726fb85dca8b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d2849ea8fbd0726fb85dca8b","title":"Manager, Characterization","description":"Overview\nIn this role you lead the characterization strategy within MP Materials' Magnet Technology group. You guide analytical science, methods development, and laboratory infrastructure to enable R&D, process development, and manufacturing scale-up. You oversee a multidisciplinary team and stay hands-on with data review and root-cause investigations to deliver timely, actionable results. You drive data-driven decisions that support domestic manufacturing excellence in advanced rare earth magnets.\n\nResponsibilitiesLead the Characterization function and mentor Analytical Laboratory and Methods Development teamsProvide technical leadership in analytical science and materials characterizationEngage in laboratory activities, data review, and investigation guidanceOversee development, validation, automation, and improvement of analytical methodsLead root-cause investigations and collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and EHSEstablish lab procedures, standards, data quality requirements, and training programsDrive data management, automation, and digital tools to improve efficiency and decision-makingSet performance metrics and ensure timely, actionable analytical resultsEnsure operation and expansion of analytical capabilities and lab infrastructureBuild a high-performing technical organization through recruitment and developmentFoster safety, excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement across characterizationOther duties as assigned\nKey requirementsM.S. in Materials Science & Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemistry, Physics, or related field8+ years in materials characterization, analytical labs, or related environments5+ years leading laboratory operations and technical development teamsDeep understanding of structure-property relationships in metals, powders, magnetic materials, and inorganic systemsExperience with SEM, EDS, EBSD, optical microscopy, metallography, XRD, XRF, ICP-OES, LECO, thermal analysis, mechanical testing, dimensional metrology, corrosion testing, magnetometryExperience developing, validating, and implementing analytical methodsProficiency with statistical methods, measurement system analysis, and gage R&RExperience managing projects, resources, budgets, and personnelStrong data analysis, problem-solving, and root-cause investigation skillsExcellent written and verbal communication for technical and executive audiencesStrong leadership and people-development abilitiesCross-functional collaboration and influencingAttention to safety and quality cultureAnalytical method development and validationLaboratory automation and digital tool adoptionData management and analytics","company":"Mp Materials","rawCompany":"mp materials","city":"Dallas","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-09-15T03:25:06.420Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9121.00","title":"Natural Sciences Managers","slug":"natural-sciences-managers"},{"code":"19-2032.00","title":"Materials Scientists","slug":"materials-scientists"},{"code":"17-2131.00","title":"Materials Engineers","slug":"materials-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"541713","title":"Research and Development in Nanotechnology","slug":"research-and-development-in-nanotechnology"},{"code":"541380","title":"Testing Laboratories and Services","slug":"testing-laboratories-and-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Manager, Characterization","description":"Overview\nIn this role you lead the characterization strategy within MP Materials' Magnet Technology group. 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