Senior SLS Materials Scientist

Formlabs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity program

Comprehensive healthcare

401K matching

Parental Leave

Sabbatical Leave

Flexible OOO plan

On-site parking

Free 3D prints

Job summary

Formlabs is seeking a Senior Materials Scientist to lead research advancing SLS material performance from ideation to production. You will partner with product, hardware, and software teams to optimize formulations for real-world printing systems.

The role demands a strong background in materials science and polymer development, plus hands-on thermo-plastic engineering and a data-driven mindset to drive robust experiments and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience bringing a new material to market from ideation to production.
• Solid understanding of materials science and polymer product development.
• Hands-on thermo-plastic engineering experience.
• Strong data mindset with rigorous experimentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead research to advance SLS material performance toward next-gen solutions.
• Develop methodologies to evaluate material formulations with SLS print systems.
• Collaborate with product, hardware, and software teams to iterate on material performance based on feedback.
• Partner across disciplines to balance chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parameters.

Skills

Materials science

Polymer product development

Thermo-plastic engineering

Data-driven experimentation

Experiment design

Autonomy & initiative

Documentation practices

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in a relevant science or engineering field

Tools

3D CAD modeling

Python

Matlab

SQL

Job description

About Formlabs:Do you want to change how the world creates?At Formlabs, we're building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life, from cutting-edge products to life-saving medical devices. Our 3D printing technology powers innovation at more than 50,000 industry leaders worldwide, including Apple, Google, Tesla, New Balance, and NASA. Together, we're helping everyone design, prototype, and manufacture faster than ever before.We're a team of hands-on builders, engineers, and innovators reinventing how the world makes physical things. If you're ready to shape the future of fabrication, come build it with us.The JobBuild world-class SLS materials for 3D printing from initial lab explorations to validation and commercializationLead research that pushes the boundaries of SLS material performance, turning discoveries into next-gen solutions.Partner with product, hardware, and software teams to iterate and improve material performance based on customer feedbackDevelop methodologies to evaluate material formulations in coordination with SLS print systems —balancing material chemistry, thermal dynamics, and printing parametersYouExperience bringing a new material to market from ideation to productionHave a solid understanding of the fundamentals of materials science and polymer product developmentHands-on experience in thermo-plastic engineeringPassionate about testing and troubleshooting, not afraid to test hundreds of timesLove to harness data; can design and conduct rigorous experiments to optimize materialsCan work autonomously and take initiative to learn new skills to complete an objectiveUnderstand the value of good documentationB.S., M.S., or PhD in a relevant science or engineering field (all are welcome)Bonus skills:Experience developing materials for 3D printing, especially for SLA/DLP or SLS printers!3D CAD modelingProgramming skills (Python, Matlab, SQL, etc)Our Perks & Benefits:Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUsComprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)401K matching and access to financial advisorsGenerous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need itAmple on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefitsHealthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treatsRegular sponsored professional development opportunitiesMany opt-in culture events across our diverse communityAnd of course… unlimited 3D printsWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.