Description:

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience working in a polymer lab and will be familiar with the typical tools instruments and safety procedures used in such an environment. You will be responsible for collecting data documenting your findings and presenting results to a collaborative team of scientists and engineers. Our team is highly cross-functional and is looking for a motivated self-starter who can be hands-on in our laboratory.

Responsibilities:

• Run experiments based on a defined SOP
• Process polymer material samples using solvent casting melt extrusion stretching and calendaring.
• Characterize polymers including dielectric measurements mechanical testing including Instron 3-point bending adhesive testing surface energy measurements DMA DSC rheology SEM optical microscopy UV-Vis and IR spectroscopy.
• Familiarity with available methods to measure thermal conductivity of samples.
• Experience in designing thermal setup related to measuring convective radiative heat transport.
• Familiarity with surface treatment methods to improve interfacial adhesion.
• Familiarity with coating methods to prepare inorganic and polymer coating on polymeric substrates.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to present findings.

Skills & Qualifications:

• SOP, material sample, adhesive, rheology, optical, micrscopy, IR, spectroscopy
• PhD in materials science/polymer engineering with emphasis on thermal performance of materials.
• Experience with LFA is highly desirable.
• Experience with designing and setting up thermal set ups are highly desirable.
• Experience with acoustic and flow characterizations is highly desirable.

*We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification. 

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits an may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following: 

• Medical, dental & vision
• 401(k)/Roth 
• Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D) 
• Short and long-term disability 
• Health and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HAS & DCFSA) 
• Transportation benefits 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Time off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.