Principal R&D Scientist
DSJ Global · Piscataway, NJ · 1 mo ago
On-siteScienceFull-time
Location: Piscataway, NJ
Salary: $128,000 - $190,000 + 15% bonus + relocation assistance
About the role
A reputable manufacturing company is seeking an experienced, hands-on Principal R&D Scientist for their Piscataway, NJ facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute laboratory experiments to develop new products, formulations, and processes while generating data to support product performance, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Analyze, interpret, and document experimental results, preparing technical reports, presentations, and summaries while maintaining high standards of data integrity and record-keeping.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and commercial groups to support development projects, scale-up activities, technology transfers, and technical troubleshooting.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards, operating procedures, environmental requirements, and quality systems while maintaining laboratory equipment, materials, and records.
- Drive continuous improvement and innovation by identifying opportunities for process optimization, enhancing testing methods, and staying current with emerging technologies, scientific advancements, and industry trends.
Qualifications
- PhD in Polymer Science, Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, or Chemistry
- 10+ years of industry experience with polymer-based materials used in electronics
- Background in semiconductor packaging, electronic materials, advanced adhesives, or polymer composites