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Currently Scout HR has a great opportunity for Polymer Scientist in Austin , TX. We are seeking individuals with at least 3 years of industrial experience in R&D directly related to hands-on 3D printing material research and development, innovation and product development to join our innovative aerospace client's team ASAP

Summary:

As a Polymer Scientist, you will be responsible for designing, implementing and reporting outcomes from experiments that combine research, impact and 3D printing. The ideal candidate is a positive, creative, self-motivated team player who can work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

What you will be doing:

• Designs, plans, and presents on new products, prototypes, and processes in 3D polymers for FGF and FDM applications
• Drives scientific excellence and leads by example by demonstrating best practices in research, development, implementation, and execution of new material synthesis, formulation, and process improvement
• Engages in strategic process for projects; serves as SME in 3D polymers with a strong understanding of the additive manufacturing market
• Collaborates with production on scale-up and transfer of new products to manufacturing
• Utilizes design of experiments and statistical tools to assist in identification and resolution of root causes of variations in processes; recommends effective solutions to resolve any identified issues on sustaining products
• Partners closely with product managers to generate specifications and set project scope
• Communicates with cross-functional teams across the company to drive product research and development
• Manages projects in an effective manner; ensures cross-functional technology assessments, products, and other processes are delivered on-time and of high quality
• Provides mentoring and guidance to junior scientists and engineers by sharing scientific and technical knowledge
• Travel up to 2-3 times a year as required.

What we need from you:

• PhD or Masters in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, or another related field
• Minimum three (3) years of industrial experience in R&D directly related to hands-on 3D printing material research and development, innovation, product development, and commercialization of new ideas
• Strong understanding of polymer chemistry/physics and materials science, particularly relating to processing-structure-property relationships and mechanical testing methods
• Familiar with the additive manufacturing market including technologies, materials, leading companies, and trends
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure to produce consistent, high-quality work.
• Is willing to learn and could teach us a few things too.
• Passionate about 3D printing (’cause that’s what they do).