Research Scientist: Polymer Chemist

Research Scientist

AV has an opportunity available for a Research Scientist to join our ceramics and composites team at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). The position focuses on basic and applied research projects involving development and synthesis of novel organic/inorganic small molecules, oligomers and polymers. Primary research responsibilities will be to develop synthetic strategies and routes to produce inorganic-based polymers. The position requires working closely with government and contract researchers within the research team and with other research teams.

We are particularly interested in a highly motivated, adaptable, and capable individual with a Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. (or to be completed in next 6 mos.) in Polymer Chemistry, Chemistry, Materials Science & Engineering, Ceramic Engineering or a related field
• Experience with glove boxes, Schlenk line and air-free synthetic techniques for the preparation of inorganic, organometallic, and organic polymers
• Ability to learn and develop new approaches and techniques
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• This position will require a self-motivated individual with good interpersonal skills and careful attention to details
• Adaptable to varying program objectives
• This position is working within a government facility and requires U.S. Citizenship

Desired Qualifications :

• Experience in polymer or hybrid material synthesis, as evidenced by research publications in peer-reviewed journals and professional society conference presentations.
• Prior experience in the synthesis of oxygen free boron molecules

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A "U.S. person" according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee.

See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.