Full Time Polymer Chemistry Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Announcement
Details
Open Date
07/22/2026
Requisition Number
PRN45696B
Job Title
Post Doc Res Assoc
Working Title
Postdoctoral Researcher for SLA/DLP 3D Printing
Career Progression Track
A00
Track Level
FLSA Code
Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
00067 - Material Science and Engineer
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
63,480 - 70,000
Close Date
11/30/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Chen Wang Research Group is seeking a highly motivated, creative, and ambitious Postdoctoral Research Fellow to lead a project at the intersection of additive manufacturing, polymer chemistry, and materials science. The successful candidate will lead the optimization of this printing platform, characterize the fundamental reaction kinetics, and validate its translation into high-impact energy and medical applications. Candidates preferably hold a Ph.D. in Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field, backed by a strong track record of first-author publications. This role requires hands-on expertise in vat photopolymerization 3D printing (SLA/DLP), custom resin formulation, and nanoscale characterization techniques like SEM. A deep understanding of polymer chemistry-specifically photopolymerization kinetics, polymerization-induced phase separation (PIPS), or dynamic covalent chemistry-is essential. Ideally, the preferred candidate will also bring experience in 3D printer customization, software/hardware integration, and CAD modeling skills.
Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences
Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
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