Lead/Senior Scientist

1027 EKC Technology, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Qnity in the United States is seeking a PhD-level scientist to join our product development team focused on functional adhesives for electrical conductivity and thermal management. The role requires hands-on formulation, nanomaterial dispersions expertise, and polymer science know-how to advance coatings and composites for high‑performance electronics.

You will plan experiments, prepare samples for customer testing, support reliability studies, document findings, and collaborate across

Qualifications

• PhD required in chemistry or related fields with 5+ years industrial product development.
• Hands-on experience formulating nanomaterial dispersions for functional coatings.
• Strong polymer structure-property knowledge and coating/testing expertise.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and carry out experiments to develop formulations and manufacturing methods.
• Prepare samples of optimized formulations for customer testing and evaluation.
• Support customers by building databases for candidate samples.
• Perform reliability testing and root-cause analyses on developmental products.
• Coordinate across functions to solve customer problems and document results.
• Provide training and technical documentation; travel to support partners as needed.

Skills

Nanomaterials expertise

Polymer chemistry

Thermal management materials

Electrical conductivity

UV-curable coatings

Process development

Education

PhD in Chemistry / Polymer Science / Materials Science and Engineering / Chemical Engineering

Tools

Material characterization

Job description

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics. At Qnity, we're more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries - we're a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Provides research into specific applications such as improved quality of existing products, more cost-effective manufacturing processes, a new product line or new area of business. Delivers the technology and process capability needed to operate, maintain and improve manufacturing operations. Collaborates with the business and manufacturing teams to define process technology direction and programs to the business. Performs theoretical and experimental scientific and technological investigation directed toward the acquisition of new knowledge. May conduct analytical, experimental, investigative and other fact-finding work to support principal scientific research. Prepares comprehensive documented observations, analyses and interpretations of results, including technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses. Identifies, assesses and develops new scientific concepts/technologies in basic or applied research with significant business impact. Documents research leading to patent disclosure or technical and/or scientific advancement.

Requirements: Must Have PhD Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines Must have at least 5 years of industrial experience in Product Development formulating and testing functional adhesives for electrical conductivity and/or thermal management applications Extensive hands-on experience working with nanomaterial dispersions and related systems including process development, characterization, testing and evaluation Practical experience in formulating thermal or UV curable composite functional coatings Solid background in polymer structure-property relationships and in polymer/electrical characterization, testing, and evaluation techniques Highly motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary global team Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Commitment to safety In Short: The right candidate will have hands-on experience in the formulation and development of nanomaterials, along with expertise in polymer systems, thermal and electrical materials, and adhesive technologies.

Related Duties: Design, plan, and carry out experiments to develop formulations, processes, and manufacturing methodologies to improve product performance Prepare samples of optimized formulations for customer testing. Support customers by building necessary database for candidate samples Perform reliability testing, failure and root cause analysis on developmental products and products in the field Effectively work and coordinate across different functions to solve customer problems Collaborate closely with supervisors, partners, customers, and vendors to improve product performance Provide high quality technical documentation as well as training and mentorship to junior scientists Travel to support partners, customers, and suppliers as necessary

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Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.