Materials Scientist - Photopolymer Development
About The Position
Materials development presents one of the greatest opportunities to innovate in 3D printing, unlocking new applications in different industries such as engineering, consumer, manufacturing, automotive and healthcare. Our materials science team works closely with product management, hardware and software teams to develop new materials that push the boundaries of what can be done with 3D printing. If you are a scientist or engineer with experience in polymer development who’s excited to break new ground in an industry that’s moving at lightning speed, we want you as a Materials Scientist - Photopolymer Development!
Requirements
- BS, MS, or PhD in polymer science, chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science or a related field.
- Results-oriented and motivated by delivering products in a fast-paced R&D environment.
- Experience developing thermoset materials including epoxies, urethanes, or acrylates.
- Enjoys working hands-on in the lab conducting experiments and analyzing large data sets to drive decision making.
- Able to work autonomously and push projects forward with a high level of independence.
- Track record of success including publication, IP generation, or product commercialization.
- Practices good documentation and can organize complex data, create SOPs, and write clear, detailed internal reports.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with additive manufacturing technologies
- Programming and digital analysis (Python, JMP, MATLAB, Minitab etc)
- Experience with high performance polymers, composites, or elastomers
Responsibilities
- Design and optimize complex photopolymer formulations to push the boundaries of additive manufacturing.
- Lead the end-to-end transition of new materials from lab scale concept to commercial launch, supporting technology transfer and scale-up.
- Establish structure-process-property relationships through rigorous experimentation and analytical characterization to meet demanding product specifications.
- Learn about the 3D printing process and underlying hardware, and use that knowledge to inform formulation decisions and provide input to future hardware decisions.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with product management, hardware, and software teams to develop products that meet customer needs and work seamlessly on the Form 4 platform.
Benefits
- Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors
- Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
- Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
- Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
- Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
- Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
- Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
- Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
- And of course… unlimited 3D prints
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
