UV Curable Coatings Co-op
Team up with the most innovative company where Imagination becomes reality! E Ink is the originator; pioneer, and commercial leader in ePaper technology. The Fremont Research & Development team is thriving and growing, as we help develop products that are changing how people access information every day. We are seeking qualified candidates who are self-driven, looking to advance their career and be a high-impact player on a team.
Based on technology from MIT’s Media Lab, E Ink has transformed and defined the eReader market. Its Electrophoretic Display products make it the worldwide leader for ePaper. The Company’s corporate philosophy aims to deliver revolutionary products, user experiences and environmental benefits through advanced technology development. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives is fostered to create an inclusive work environment. (see E Ink │ Our Company)
And we’re looking for a UV-Curable Coatings Co-op! This position is a 6-month commitment from January-June 2025. You will be onsite at our Fremont location Mon-Friday at 40 hours per week. Please make sure to check with your advisor to see if you qualify for this Co-op before applying.
About the position:
This is an exciting opportunity to apply classroom knowledge and learn new skills in the high tech industry. E Ink is the originator, pioneer, and commercial leader in ePaper technology. The Co-op will be an integral member of a team in Materials R&D that designs new polymer composite films used in next generation electronic paper displays.
The opportunity allows you to collaborate with a group of brilliant scientists and make a real impact. Projects include opportunities to evaluate novel materials, design new formulation, prepare lab prototypes, and perform various performance testing. The Co-op will have opportunities to develop knowledge in different formulation technologies, including solvent-based and UV curable technologies. The Co-op will also gain career-building experience to develop products from lab prototypes to a pilot scale production.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out lab experiment under the guidance of Senior Scientists
- Compound lab-scale formulations following formulation worksheets and SOP
- Prepare lab-scale coatings and test thermal, mechanical, and electrical performance
- Optimize existing testing protocols and develop new test methods
- Analyze samples with techniques such as microscopy, UV-vis, light scattering, rheometry, and surface tension
- Handle multiple samples and tests efficiently and reliably
- Support DoE and pilot trials
- Organize and analyze data and share summaries and conclusions with team members
- Exhibit safe lab practices at all times
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years education in a BS program in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Polymer Science or related field
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Comfortable working in a Chemical Lab
- Strong chemical and mechanical intuition
- Experience using Excel and statistical data analysis programs
- Excellent communication, organization, documentation, and attention to detail
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time and manage own schedule
Benefits:
The anticipated base pay for this position is $30-40 per hour, DOE, for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay Area.
- Medical plan that begins on the first day
- 401k Plan Participation
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Time Policy
- Courses/classes at E Ink University
Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness.
E Ink is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. E Ink is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, identity, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, disability, age, or on any basis prohibited by federal and state law. Our diverse employees, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives foster a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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