Materials Scientist, Photopolymers
Location: Aylesbury, GB
Job ID: 55539 Category: Product & Engineering
About Stratasys
Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing and is helping drive the global shift to additive manufacturing. Our solutions support industries including aerospace, automotive, consumer products, and healthcare. Through connected 3D printers, polymer materials, software, and parts on demand, we help organizations improve product design, manufacturing agility, supply chains, and patient care.
The Role
As a Materials Scientist within our stereolithography R&D team, you will connect the technical work of R&D with Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Commercial teams. You will support the lifecycle of our stereolithography photopolymer portfolio, with a focus on formulation, material properties, product performance, raw material qualification, quality investigations, and new product development.
What You Will Do
Partner with factory Quality Control and Process Engineering teams to review test results and product specifications, investigate quality failures, perform root cause analysis, and conduct experimental work as needed.
Contribute to New Product Introduction projects by supporting product design quality, information transfer to manufacturing, product safety and performance, and communication with commercial teams and customers.
Conduct 3D printing trials using formulated resins and commercial products, along with liquid and mechanical testing such as viscosity, tensile, and thermal testing.
What You Bring
Required qualifications and experience
Strong foundation in materials science, chemistry, or chemical engineering, with specific knowledge of polymer chemistry.
Hands-on experience working safely in a laboratory, including experimental design, data analysis, and laboratory equipment.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work, maintain accurate records, and make considered decisions independently.
Desirable experience and interests
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