Research Assistant

SUTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore seeks a highly motivated research assistant for a project on photopolymer resin formulation and 3D printing optimization. The successful candidate will design and refine resin formulations tailored for SLA/DLP applications, conduct mechanical tests, and troubleshoot printing issues. A Bachelor's or Master's in a related field is required, along with experience in polymer formulation and 3D printing. Fresh graduates with relevant knowledge will be considered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in polymer/resin formulation and 3D printing.
• Experience with DLP/SLA 3D printing and UV-curable materials.
• Familiarity with characterization techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine photopolymer resin formulations for SLA/DLP.
• Utilize SLA/DLP 3D printers to fabricate and validate prototypes.
• Perform mechanical tests on printed parts.

Skills

Photopolymer resin formulation

DLP/SLA 3D printing

Chemical characterization

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated research assistant to contribute to a research project focused on photopolymer resin formulation and 3D printing optimization. This project aims to develop and characterize advanced photopolymer materials for DLP/SLA additive manufacturing. The researcher will play a key role in resin synthesis, process optimization, and experimental design.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and refine photopolymer resin formulations tailored for SLA/DLP 3D printing applications.
• Identify and assess monomers, oligomers, photoinitiators, and additives to achieve superior mechanical and optical characteristics.
• Perform chemical characterization and stability assessments of the formulated resins.

3D Printing & Prototype Fabrication

• Utilize SLA/DLP 3D printers to fabricate prototypes and validate material performance.
• Optimize printing parameters to achieve high resolution, accuracy, and mechanical strength.
• Troubleshoot print failures and refine formulations based on performance results.

Mechanical & Functional Testing

• Perform mechanical tests on printed parts (e.g., tensile, flexural, impact, hardness).
• Evaluate post-processing effects such as UV curing, heat treatments, and solvent exposure.
• Assess long-term stability and degradation of printed structures.

Required/Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in photopolymer resin formulation and UV-curable materials and hands‑on experience with DLP/SLA 3D printing and print parameter optimization.
• Familiarity with chemical and mechanical characterization techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research setting.

Required/Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience in high‑temperature or functional photopolymers.
• Knowledge of post‑processing techniques (UV curing, thermal treatment).

Minimum 2 years’ experience in polymer/resin formulation and 3D printing within a technology/research organization. Fresh graduates with relevant knowledge and skills will be considered.