Materials Scientist - Photopolymer Development

About the role

The Materials Scientist - Photopolymer Development will play a key role in developing innovative photopolymer formulations for 3D printing. This position requires a strong background in polymer science, chemical engineering, or a related field, with experience in developing thermoset materials.

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.

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.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with additive manufacturing technologies.
• Programming and digital analysis (Python, JMP, MATLAB, Minitab etc).
• Experience with high performance polymers, composites, or elastomers.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• 401K matching and access to financial 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.

Pay

We are all owners of Formlabs and direct beneficiaries of our success. We believe that equity is a critical component of compensation at Formlabs, and we want our newest team members to understand the potential value of their equity compensation. Full time employees receive equity, in the form of RSUs. Your financial investment will grow with us in accordance to your impact.

Schedule

Full-time position.