Materials Scientist — Organic Crystal Growth & Process Engineering

Meta•Pasadena, CA

About The Position

The team at Meta is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Materials Scientist to join their team in developing advanced materials for their wearables’ technology. The role will play a critical part in designing, modeling, and prototyping novel concepts, working closely with cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and contribute to the development of next-generation wearables.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Organic Physics, Polymer Physics or relevant technical field, and/or equivalent practical experience
3+ years of relevant industry or postdoctoral experience and/or equivalent practical experience
Demonstrated experience with material development, characterization, and analysis
Familiarity with phase diagram determination, thermal analysis, and solid-state characterization techniques
Hands-on laboratory experience with inert-atmosphere techniques and purification methods

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a R&D environment with cross-functional collaboration
Experience with CAD tools (e.g., NX, SolidWorks, or equivalent) and rapid prototyping (CNC machining, 3D printing, material selection for fixtures/tooling)
Demonstrated experience publication record in organic solid-state materials, crystal engineering, or related disciplines
Demonstrated experience with melt growth, zone refining, Bridgman growth, or related crystallization techniques for organic or molecular solids
Familiarity with phase diagram determination and thermal analysis of organic systems
Hands-on laboratory experience with inert-atmosphere techniques (glove box operation) and purification methods (sublimation, recrystallization)
Proficiency with solid-state characterization techniques including at least two of the following: SEM, AFM, XRD, DSC, TGA, or polarized optical microscopy
Direct experience growing single crystals of organic semiconductors or π-conjugated molecular materials (e.g., acenes, thiophenes, perylenes)
Experience designing or scaling up crystal growth furnaces or custom thermal processing equipment, hardware assembling and/or engineering controls
Proficiency with molecular characterization techniques such as NMR, GC/MS, and/or LC/MS for purity analysis and structural confirmation
Knowledge of defect analysis in molecular crystals (e.g., dislocations, grain boundaries, polymorphism)
Strong publication record in organic solid-state materials, crystal engineering, or related disciplines
Experience with at least one multiphysics simulation platform (e.g., COMSOL Multiphysics, Ansys Fluent/Mechanical, Siemens FLOEFD/StarCCM+, or equivalent)
Experience with organic optoelectronic device fabrication or characterization (OLEDs, OPVs, OFETs)

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize processes for creating advanced materials for wearables displays
Design, model, and prototype novel concepts for wearables displays
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including scientists, engineers, and researchers
Characterize and analyze materials using various techniques, such as SEM, AFM, XRD, and DSC
Develop and apply multiphysics simulations to inform process design and scale-up
Document experimental methods, results, and process knowledge