Materials Scientist - Polymers Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with AI/ML to predict and design new polymers.
- Synthesize bench-top-scale new polymers to prove concepts.
- Lead vendor engagement and collaborate with external partner to scale-up novel polymers.
- Develop new film processes to meet performance requirements.
- Identify novel polymer applications in AR/VR.
- Independently drive the deliverables.
- Drive XFN teams collaborations to achieve success from R&D to product.
- Collaborate in a team environment across a diverse set of disciplines including Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, and Optics.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. degree or equivalent experience in the field of polymer chemistry, organic chemistry, or a related field.
- 3+ years industry experience in Polymer Chemistry or a related field.
- Experience in multiple polymer synthesis types and characterization.
- Experience with internal and external cross-functional team, and vendor engagement.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proven track record delivering research to product.
- 3+ years experience with optical materials.
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