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QualStaff Resources

Materials Engineer

New Albany, IN

$85K - $120K/yr

PhD in Chemistry, Metallurgy or Materials Science with 3-5 years of experience. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age ...

Formlabs

Materials Scientist

Boston, MA · On-site

$75K - $115K/yr

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 modeling

Formlabs

SLS Materials Scientist

Boston, MA

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 modeling

Formlabs

SLS Materials Scientist

Somerville, MA

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 modeling

Formlabs

Materials Scientist

Somerville, MA · On-site

$75K - $115K/yr

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 modeling

SpaceX

Materials Engineer (Starlink)

Bastrop, TX

Master's degree or PhD in materials science, chemical engineering, or a related field. * Hands-on experience with metals, polymers, crystals, ceramics, coatings, or other process consumables in a ...

Siemens Energy, Inc.

Materials Expert

Orlando, FL · On-site

What You Bring (requirements) • PhD in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline, with recognized expertise in advanced ...

Fiber Materials

Materials Lab Manager

Biddeford, ME · On-site

$80K - $125K/yr

Our materials are being used on ground-breaking space initiatives such as the Orion Multi-Purpose ... PhD and 2+ years of characterization experience * Prior experience operating one or more of the ...

Neuralink

Materials Engineer

South San Francisco, CA · On-site

$113K - $209K/yr

MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field. * 2+ years of hands-on experience with explicit dynamics FEA (LS-DYNA, AbaqExplicit, or similar) - not static/modal only ...

Mercor

Chemistry PhD - Safety Specialist

New York, NY · On-site +1

$65 - $70/hr

Chemistry Expert (PhD) -- AI Safety Type: Contract Compensation: $65-$70/hour Location: Remote ... Research or coursework on chemical safety/security, synthesis, or hazardous-materials handling.

A.O. Smith

Materials Engineer - Polymers

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Master's or PhD in Polymer Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. * 7 years of relevant experience. Candidates with less experience may be ...

Neuralink

Materials Engineer

South San Francisco, CA · On-site

$113K - $209K/yr

MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field. * 2+ years of hands-on experience with explicit dynamics FEA (LS-DYNA, Abaqus/Explicit, or similar) - not static/modal only ...

Formlabs

SLS Materials Scientist

Somerville, MA · On-site

$75K - $115K/yr

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 modeling

A.O. Smith

Materials Engineer - Polymers

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Master's or PhD in Polymer Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. * 7 years of relevant experience. Candidates with less experience may be ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for materials phd in the United States is $20.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Materials PhD?

A Materials PhD is a doctoral degree focused on advanced research in materials science and engineering. This field involves studying the properties, structure, and performance of various materials such as metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. Earning a Materials PhD typically requires several years of coursework and original research, culminating in a dissertation. Graduates often pursue careers in academia, research, or industry, working on developing new materials or improving existing ones for various applications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Materials PhD?

To thrive as a Materials PhD, you need advanced expertise in materials science, research methodology, and data analysis, usually supported by a doctoral degree in materials science or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory instruments, characterization techniques (such as SEM, XRD), and scientific software (like MATLAB or Python) is essential. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for success in research and collaboration. These skills and qualities enable innovative research, accurate results, and effective dissemination of findings in academic or industrial settings.

What are typical career advancement paths for someone with a PhD in Materials Science within industry and academia?

With a PhD in Materials Science, professionals often begin their careers as research scientists or postdoctoral fellows. In industry, advancement can lead to roles such as senior scientist, project manager, or R&D director, often involving increased leadership and project oversight. In academia, career progression typically moves from postdoctoral researcher to assistant professor, then associate professor, and potentially to full professor or department chair, contingent on research achievements and teaching. Both paths offer opportunities to specialize further or move into interdisciplinary collaborations, and building a strong publication or patent record is key for advancement.
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Materials Engineer

QualStaff Resources

New Albany, IN

$85K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Materials Engineer

  • The Materials Scientist will be responsible for developing innovative solutions using various materials sets to support our GCT technologies.
  • Our client is seeking a highly motivated and creative individual with a strong scientific background and hands-on experience in metallurgy, thick film pastes, and sintering for implementing such pastes.
  • The person in this role will be responsible for developing and testing new formulations as well as devising application-specific test vehicles to validate that key requirements are met.
  • In addition, this candidate will be responsible for performing research to design innovative formulation concepts in-line with customer’s requirements for sintering pastes, run tests and studies.
GROW WITH US:

Our client is a global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board,High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables.

  • Location: New Albany, IN
  • Salary Range: $85,000 - $120,000. Based on experience and education
Role & Responsibilities

  • Develop thorough understanding of paste materials, customer requirements, and support our R&D programs in developing new products to create profitable growth for Samtec’s Glass Core Technology business platform.
  • Develop new material formulations and support various R&D projects, run experiments, and evaluate results.
  • Contribute to the generation of patents.
  • Contribute to the evaluation of competitor landscape.
  • Work independently on the design, execution, and interpretation of experimental results.
  • Maintain accurate and timely records of experimental designs, assay development, experimental results, and data analysis.
  • Support strategy for optimization of material development as needed.
  • Following up on issues impacting product (e.g., deviation, SPC, etc.).
  • Optimizing and testing processes.
  • Monitoring, analyzing, and addressing SPC issues.
  • Proven time management, organization, and prioritization skills.
  • Proven ability to communicate and present effectively.
Required Skills

  • 5 - 10 years of experience in an appropriate scientific and technical discipline or electronic packaging depending on education level.
  • Strong analytical skills; ability to analyze, troubleshoot and overcome technical hurdles independently and methodically with minimal guidance.
  • Understanding of Design of Experiments methodologies, and experience analyzing data using statistical analysis tools.
  • Detail-oriented with good time management skills.
  • Ability to stay proactive and cooperative working in a small team environment.
  • Strong presentation and written and verbal communication skills.
  • Effective computer skills in Microsoft Office suite and Outlook are preferred.
  • Ability to apply fundamental theories in real engineering problem solving.
  • Hands-on experience in sintering technologies and formulation.
  • Fundamental understanding of standard metrology, inspection (including 3D X-Ray), and failure analysis methods and their applications.
  • Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement in yield, throughput, and cost reduction, preferably in a lean manufacturing environment.
  • Be detail-oriented and able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Be a highly-motivated, team-player with a positive attitude who is also excited about learning new skills and assisting with various projects and assignments as necessary.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of, MSDS, lock-out/tag-out, and OSHA requirements.
  • Hands-on approach to development work and technical problem solving.
Required Education

  • Bachelors of Science in Chemistry, Metallurgy, or Materials Science. 10+ years experience.
  • PhD in Chemistry, Metallurgy or Materials Science with 3-5 years of experience.

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