About this opportunity
As a R&D Lab Technician, you will impact Cubicure’s development efforts in the field of photopolymer materials and related materials R&D, considering the entire additive manufacturing workflow. You will be responsible for executing projects focused on new product development, external product assessment, improving existing products, and long-term & innovative R&D strategies. You will work with a team of skilled professionals in material development, 3D printing, post-processing, and material characterization & part testing.
The ideal candidate will have a background in polymer chemistry, especially in additive manufacturing. Experience in thermoplastics, coatings, adhesives, thermoset materials, and familiarity with dental or medical industries is desirable.
In this role, you will:
1. Impact the development of Cubicure’s photopolymer portfolio and customized formulations.
2. Design and evaluate novel photopolymers/formulations for lithography-based 3D printing (e.g., stereolithography).
3. Evaluate novel mixing and formulation processes for material production technology.
4. Perform and establish 3D printing of formulations and post-processing strategies (e.g., cleaning, thermal or UV curing).
5. Analyze polymers/monomers/components and formulations using chemical & physical characterization techniques.
6. Characterize cured parts via industrial testing protocols (e.g., ISO, ASTM).
7. Establish a positive and progressive laboratory culture.
8. Work efficiently on projects with cross-functional teams.
9. Prepare reports summarizing key findings.
10. Identify and implement effective actions.
11. Write and improve laboratory procedures.
12. Work independently to develop and evaluate new or improved products.
13. Set up and handle lab and testing equipment safely.
You will need:
1. At least 3 years of experience in material research & development, especially in polymer synthesis, characterization, and testing (e.g., DSC, IR-spectroscopy, rheology, mechanical testing).
2. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in chemistry, polymer engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, or related fields.
3. Strong technical knowledge and understanding of structure-property relationships in polymers.
4. Visionary, self-confident, creative, passionate, and professional decision-making skills.
5. Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.
6. Desirable: +3 years of photopolymer formulation experience.
7. Familiarity with characterization methods (mechanical testing, thermal analysis, rheology, spectroscopy).
8. Ability to handle routine to complex projects.
9. Strong quality awareness and reliability.
10. Ability to work independently and communicate findings effectively in both German and English.
Note: The position is covered by the collective agreement for plastic processors. The minimum salary with 4 years of experience is €3,295.69 gross per month for category IV, with willingness to overpay.
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