Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Designing nanoscale materials, coatings or devices, such as thin films, nanoparticles or nanowires, for a specific use.
Synthesising nanomaterials using chemical solution routes, deposition and lithography, and recording every process condition carefully.
Characterising samples with microscopes and spectroscopy tools, such as SEM, TEM, AFM and XRD, to check size, structure and properties.
Testing performance, for example the sensitivity of a sensor or the efficiency of an energy material, and comparing results with targets.
Running simulations and analysing data to find which process settings give consistent results.
Following safety and cleanroom protocols, including safe handling of nanomaterials and disposal of lab waste.
Writing technical reports, preparing research papers or patent drafts, and presenting results to scientists, engineers or clients.
