Materials Scientist - Photopolymer Development

Boston · Somerville · USD 75,000-142,000 / year · Full-time · Onsite · Posted Sep 29, 2026

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Formlabs is seeking a Materials Scientist - Photopolymer Development to design and optimize complex photopolymer formulations for additive manufacturing.
The role involves leading the end-to-end transition of new materials from lab scale concept to commercial launch.
The materials science team collaborates closely with product management, hardware, and software teams to develop innovative products.

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.

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.