Materials Scientist

About Us

Meta Materials Inc. “META®” (NASDAQ: MMAT) is a developer of high-performance functional materials and nanocomposites. META® delivers previously unachievable performance, across a range of applications, by inventing, designing, developing and manufacturing sustainable, highly functional materials. Our broad electromagnetic technology platforms enable leading global brands to deliver breakthrough products to their customers in consumer electronics, 5G communications, health and wellness, aerospace, automotive, and clean energy. Our nano-optic technology provides anti-counterfeiting security features for government documents and currencies and authentication for brands. Our achievements have been widely recognized, including being named a Lux Research Innovator of the Year in 2021. Learn more at www.metamaterial.com

About the role

We are immediately seeking two additional Materials Scientists to join our team in Pleasanton, California. You will play a key role in contributing to multiple customer programs, formulating functional materials and coatings, fabricated using cutting edge chemical preparation equipment and process technology. This role will initially be supporting the design and development of electro-optical nano-structured materials for high value/margin products and growth opportunities. Our customer’s markets include, Transportation, Displays, Healthcare and Energy. From breakthrough R&D to commercialization, this is a rare opportunity to enhance our established electro-optical platform technology, in multiple breakthrough customer applications all the way through to full production.

Key responsibilities:

• Formulation of organic nano-composites composed of liquid crystals, photo responsive reagents and other additives for applications in electro-optic based products.
• Support a multi-disciplinary team for fabrication of switchable devices. 

Required qualifications:

• BS in chemistry, materials science or a related field.
• Proven experience and understanding of chemical formulations and chemical processing techniques.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starting, enthusiastic but practical in developing new technologies.

Desired relevant experience:

• Proven experience safe handling of organic monomers, polymers and LC’s.
• Optical and electrical characterization of thin film material systems and or LC devices.
• Formulating with nanoparticles.
• Formulating holographic photopolymers or phase separable nanocomposites.
• Fast technical and/or scientific document generation/modification.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to align priorities in accordance with business goals meeting customer deadlines, in a fast-paced environment.

Desired skills:

• Team player who enjoys working with different disciplines.
• High level of independence.
• Effective oral and written communications skills.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Ownership and accountability.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, self-motivated.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional working groups, skill levels and expertise in a global environment.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of employees.
• Always maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity. 

Feel like you can’t tick all the boxes above? If you have some of the skills and experience that we’re looking for and are willing to use your talent to learn the rest, we encourage you to apply!

What You’ll Love About Us: 

META is a fast-growing company with a positive and committed work culture and a phenomenally talented workforce. Our employees are inspired to do exceptional and innovative work, are proud to contribute to the success of the company and are our greatest asset.   

META attracts people from many countries and cultures, with over 25 spoken languages represented across our teams. META believes that diversity drives creativity and innovation. We welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented populations; Aboriginal peoples, racialized persons, people living with disabilities (including invisible and episodic disabilities) and members of the LGBTQ2 community.

Our Benefits:

• Company provided Group Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision). 
• Competitive paid time off policy; vacation, paid sick leave; personal days; time off over Christmas
• Casual dress 

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. (U.S. Citizen / Green Card holders only).