POLYMER SCIENTIST WITH 3D PRINTING EXPERIENCE[ Location: Austin TX ]Aboutre:3D Inc is seeking assistance with our NSF, DoD and NASA funded investigations examining opportunities to 3D print from reclaimed plastic in Austin. 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.Responsibilities- 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.Qualifications- PhD or Masters in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, or other 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.- Detail-oriented and technically minded.- Self-motivated and a team player.- Is willing to learn and could teach us a few things too.- Passionate about 3D printing (’cause that’s what we do!).Employment Terms- Type: Full-time hourly position up to 45 hrs/wk- Compensation: NegotiableApplicationThink you might be the person we’re looking for? Please send us your resume and description of your polymer science background. If you’re really technical savvy, you can send in a short video too. Preference will be given for past manufacturing and 3D printing experience. This position offers full-time employment with opportunity for promotion as the company grows.