Vice President, Research and Development

Omniply; Montreal; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Vice President of Research and Development to lead a talented team focused on innovative thin film materials for next-generation displays. This role involves overseeing R&D efforts, managing project timelines, and collaborating with technical advisors to shape the product roadmap. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in material science, particularly in thin films, and a proven track record in leading teams towards successful product commercialization. If you are passionate about advancing technology in flexible displays and semiconductors, this is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in thin film materials and leading technical teams.
• Ph.D. or M.S. in relevant fields with management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of material scientists and update management on projects.
• Lead R&D strategy for coatings and interfacial adhesion optimization.
• Work with customers to meet deliverables and document results.

Skills

R&D team management

Interfacial chemistry

Thin film semiconductor applications

Innovation in processes and materials

Analytical skills

Documentation and reporting

Education

Ph.D. in material science

M.S. in chemistry

M.S. in chemical engineering

M.S. in physics

Tools

Metrology tools

Thin film deposition techniques

Job description

Vice President, Research and Development

Omniply is looking for a Vice President, Research and Development to oversee a team of scientists working on new materials of thin films and delamination technology used for fabricating the next generation of displays: flex OLEDs and microLED displays. We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in material science, physics, or chemistry with experience in thin film science and inorganic coatings. The candidate would have demonstrated experience in leading and managing R&D development towards product commercialization.

Desired Skills:

First-hand experience with managing an R&D team and establishing project timelines. Understanding of interfacial chemistry, adhesion forces for thin film semiconductor applications. Drive for innovation for new processes and materials.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of material scientists.
• Update management and the company board of directors on various projects.
• Work with technical advisors and industry leaders to shape Omniply’s technology development and product roadmap.
• Create and secure intellectual property for Omniply.
• Lead R&D strategy for coatings development, interfacial adhesion properties optimization between multilayer inorganic thin films, and delamination equipment development.
• Establish project management and prioritization of all R&D development to meet customer deliverables and commercialization schedule.
• Work with customers to understand their requirements and organize internal projects to meet deliverables.
• In collaboration with ecosystem partners, enable go-to-market strategy for flexible display and semiconductor applications.
• Willing and capable of doing hands-on work with R&D teams.
• Effectively communicate the R&D vision to the Omniply technical staff.
• Enable the team to document the results in comprehensive technical reports.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of industry experience or research in thin film materials with experience in leading a technical team towards material innovation and commercialization.
• Ph.D. or M.S. in material science, chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, or related field with management experience required.
• Proven track record of leading and managing R&D teams working on various aspects of product development.
• Experience in semiconductor/microLED manufacturing is a plus.
• Experience in developing strategy to scale up technology towards product development.
• Experience in patent writing and filings.
• Knowledge of surface properties in multilayer films.
• Familiarity with thin film deposition techniques and metrology tools.
• Self-motivated and creative/innovative.
• Data-driven with strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Good analytical skills, ability to work under pressure.