Nano and Advanced Materials Institute (NAMI)
The appointee will work on the development of functional polymers for various healthcare applications. His/her work responsibilities include the following:
• Development and optimization of formulations for polymeric coating, functional plastics, and/or polymer nanocomposites;
• Characterization of polymer materials using FTIR, TGA, DSC, etc.;
• Evaluation of the mechanical and biological performances of the formulations;
• Coordinating and conducting on-site trials;
• Drafting proposals, project progress reports, meeting slides, SOPs, and IP documents;
• Incubating ideas to explore the opportunity of cooperation with industry partners;
• Collaborating with other research staff on R&D work;
• Facilitating the daily operations of the laboratory; and
• Performing other duties assigned by supervisor.
• Master or PhD in Polymer Science / Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science / Engineering, or related disciplines;
• Solid knowledge in polymer chemistry, polymer physics and polymer processing;
• Hands-on experiences in various types of R&D work, especially in polymer related projects;
• Prior experience with extrusion and injection molding will be advantageous;
• Knowledge and experience with polymer nanocomposite will be advantageous;
• Knowledge in Design of Experiment, Data Science and Statistical Analysis will be advantageous;
• Experience in industrial application, quality control, and technology transfer is an advantage;
• Wholehearted application to work with high motivation;
• Work independently and able to communicate in teamwork;
• Positive, analytical, critical thinking and good troubleshooting skill;
• Have a sense of ownership for his/her work;
• Willing to work under pressure; and
• Good command of English and Chinese, articulate report writing/presentation skills as well as abilities in literature/patent search.