Senior Materials Scientist
| Company | Formlabs |
|---|---|
| Location | Cambridge, MA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years industry experience in polymer development: resins, coatings, adhesives, elastomers, films, foams, rubbers, composites, thermoplastics, or thermosets
- Solid understanding in polymer physics and polymer chemistry; expertise in formulating a wide range of high-performance materials: acrylate, urethane, epoxy, silicone, rubbers, or plastics
- Experience in process optimization, research reporting, and commercial support; proven track record in commercializing new products
- BS, MS or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Material Science or related field
Responsibilities
- Conduct research and develop world-class materials for 3D printing from initial lab explorations to validation and commercialization
- Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to ensure new and existing materials print on our hardware seamlessly and reliably
- Design and perform experiments, and use the results to inform and develop materials performance improvements
- Partner with product management and engineering to continuously improve our materials
Preferred Qualifications
- A creative and resourceful problem-solver, balancing speed and scientific rigor in a dynamic environment
- Enjoy fostering communication and collaboration, mentoring junior scientists and creating best practices for the team