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ASML

Materials Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

Master's or PhD preferred. * Must have 5 years of relevant experience in Materials Engineering. * Strong understanding of engineering metals, specialty alloys, and refractory materials * Experience ...

Formlabs

Materials Scientist

Somerville, MA · On-site

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

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

Apple

Hardware Polymers Materials Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

... PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Organic Chemistry or 5+ years in plastics industry Strong materials fundamentals in plastic material properties, part design and ...

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As of Sep 11, 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 Informatics Scientist

Plymouth, MI • On-site

Freudenberg Group
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Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!
Responsibilities:
  • Leads activities in generative AI and physics-informed machine learning for product, formulation, material/process discovery and design.
  • Develop advanced data-driven and physics-based models to guide and accelerate the development of products, materials and processes for sustainable solutions and new mobility applications.
  • Analyze and interpret materials data using advanced statistical and data mining techniques.
  • Propose, execute and defend project concepts; collaborate and plan experimental campaigns for model development, validation and deployment with Freudenberg Business Groups.
  • Identify and prioritize promising materials candidates for further investigation and development.
  • Work with a diverse range of experts, both internal and external, for developing high business impact solutions.
  • Communicate results through reports and presentations to diverse audiences (both technical and non-technical), including C level.
  • Collaborate effectively with materials scientists, engineers, and other researchers across geographic locations.
  • Collaborates with industry or academic specialists to apply the results of research and develop new techniques.

Qualifications:
  • PhD or equivalent experience in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, data science, computer science, physics, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in computational methods for material and product design, either in industry or academia.
  • Strong knowledge of materials science fundamentals, including structure-property relationships, materials characterization, and the principles governing material properties and behavior.
  • Experience with cheminformatics, materials informatics, Generative AI, ML tools for accelerating multiscale and multiphysics simulations.
  • Proficiency in programming languages like Python, Julia, C/C++, and familiarity with SQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Flask, Azure, or other cloud technologies.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • International outlook and willingness to travel as a plus.
  • Excellent analytical, problem/situation analysis, and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, globally matrixed environment.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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