Material Scientist

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory-based research to develop new polymer, inorganic, and hybrid thin-film coatings.
• Research and develop diverse coating processes including dip coatings, spray coatings, PVD, CVD, and plated techniques to meet specific performance targets.
• Lead the design of novel coating architecture to improve or optimize the performance of current product lines.
• Provide technical direction for selecting and qualifying new coating materials based on functional requirements (e.g., barrier, dielectric, or conductive properties).
• Apply engineering and scientific research methods to refine existing coating processes for better consistency and yield.
• Bridge the gap between R&D and production by providing technical support for the scale-up of new coating materials.
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams to perform laboratory work that improves product performance and resolves customer technical issues.
• Manage multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring milestones are met from initial concept through to characterization.

Qualifications, Education And Experience

• Master's or PhD in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with 1-5 years of experience in polymer and inorganic materials.
• B.S. degree with a strong track record of 5-10 years in the successful development of diverse coating systems.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience in advanced material research and characterization laboratories.
• Deep understanding of the chemistry and physics of polymeric coatings and inorganic (metals, ceramics, dielectrics) coatings.
• Technical proficiency across a wide range of thin film coating and deposition application methods including solution coatings, plated processes, and vacuum processes.
• Solid grasp of polymer structure-process-property relationships, specifically regarding adhesion, thermal stability, and morphology in thin-film coatings.
• Proven ability to design and implement complex experiments (DoE) and use statistical tools to solve technical challenges.
• Knowledge of intrinsically conductive polymers (ICPs) and specialized dielectric coatings.
• Familiarity with surface characterization techniques to evaluate coating integrity.
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office 365.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.