Josué F. Martínez Hardigree
About Josué F. Martínez Hardigree
Josué F. Martínez Hardigree is a Senior Scientist with a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University. He has extensive experience in vacuum deposition techniques and advanced characterization methods, having worked at prestigious institutions such as the University of Oxford and MIT.
Work at Exponent
Currently, Josué F. Martínez Hardigree serves as a Senior Scientist at Exponent, a role he has held since 2020. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he applies his extensive knowledge in materials science and engineering to various projects. His work involves utilizing advanced techniques in materials characterization and analysis, contributing to the company's research and consulting efforts.
Education and Expertise
Josué F. Martínez Hardigree earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University, where he studied from 2009 to 2014. He also holds a B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, completed in 2007. His expertise includes vacuum deposition techniques for organic and inorganic materials, as well as advanced electrical, optical, and x-ray and neutron characterization techniques.
Background
Before joining Exponent, Martínez Hardigree held several academic and research positions. He was a Postdoctoral Research Assistant at the University of Oxford's Department of Physics from 2015 to 2017. He also worked as a Junior Research Fellow at Wolfson College, Oxford, from 2016 to 2017, and as a Visiting Researcher at the University of Oxford from 2018 to 2019. His early career included a Ph.D. student and NSF Graduate Research Fellow position at Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering.
Professional Experience
In addition to his academic roles, Martínez Hardigree has experience in industry and consultancy. He co-founded Agira Photonics, where he served as Director of Technology from 2018 to 2019. He also worked as an Independent Consultant and Business Analyst in the Greater Boston Area from 2019 to 2020. His experience includes utilizing programming languages and software tools for analyzing large data sets and proficiency in roll-to-roll coating processes for optical materials.
Teaching Experience
In 2006, Martínez Hardigree contributed to education as a Chemistry Teaching Assistant at the MIT Office of Minority Education. This role lasted for two months and involved supporting students in their chemistry studies, showcasing his commitment to education and mentorship in the field of science.