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BlueHalo

Research Scientist - 2D Polymer Chemist

19h

BlueHalo

Dayton, US · Full-time · $90,000 – $120,000

About this role

BlueHalo has an opportunity for a full-time research scientist to work with the Polymer and Responsive Materials Research Team at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH. The successful candidate will design and synthesize 2D conjugated polymers, such as Covalent Organic Frameworks (COFs), for optoelectronic applications. Strong synthesis skills in low-dimensional organic materials, conjugated polymers, and film fabrication are required.

The role involves electrochemical and optoelectronic characterization of COFs or conjugated polymers. Responsibilities include collaboration with experts to expand synthetic platforms beyond chemistry. Effective written and verbal communication of methodologies to peers is essential.

Join a diverse, multi-disciplinary team with skills in synthetic chemistry, nanomaterial development, mechanical engineering, and polymer modeling. The position is within a government facility requiring US Citizenship and possibly security clearance. Willingness to collaborate with professionally and personally diverse scientists is key.

Contribute to project thought leadership and manage junior team members' development. Expand skillset in materials chemistry and engineering. Refine written and oral communication skills through team interactions.

Requirements

  • US Citizenship required (and may require the ability to obtain a security clearance)
  • PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field of study
  • 0-3 years’ experience
  • Ability to understand and apply principles of organic polymer synthesis to develop next-generation materials systems
  • Strong quantitative and problem-solving skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Willingness to collaborate and communicate with other scientists with professionally and personally diverse backgrounds
  • Familiarity with productivity software suites (Microsoft Office, Google Suite) for email, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, cloud file sharing, and virtual meetings

Responsibilities

  • Design, synthesis, and processing of conjugated polymers or COFs for optoelectronic materials
  • Electrochemical and optoelectronic characterization of COFs or conjugated polymers
  • Collaboration with other experts to further characterize and expand the applicability of synthetic platforms beyond the chemistry
  • Communicate methodologies effectively both written and verbal to a community of peers
  • Manage and mentor the research and professional development of junior team members