Lead Scientist II
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteCleveland, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Define and execute technology roadmaps for next-generation thermal management materials, including TIMs, liquid metal systems, and phase change materials for AI datacenters and advanced packaging. Lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers through complex product development programs from concept to commercialization, managing global project activities across multiple sites. Serve as technical authority for customers, business leaders, and executive stakeholders while driving innovation through patents, publications, and strategic collaborations. Establish best practices for experimentation and support manufacturing scale-up and technology transfer efforts.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors' degree
- Master's or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field
- 10+ years of industrial R&D experience in advanced materials or thermal management technologies
- Demonstrated success leading complex technology development programs
- Experience managing scientists, engineers, or cross-functional technical teams
- Strong understanding of product development, commercialization, and manufacturing scale-up
- Proven record of innovation, patents, product launches, or significant technical contributions
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Desired Qualifications
- Master's or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field
- Expertise in thermal interface materials, liquid metals, phase change materials, advanced polymer composites, fillers, or semiconductor packaging materials
- Knowledge on EMI (ELECTRO MAGNETIC INTERFERANCE) material
- Experience supporting AI/datacenter, semiconductor, telecommunications, automotive, aerospace, or electronics markets
- Knowledge of thermal modeling, reliability testing, and advanced characterization techniques
- Experience managing global teams and multi-site development programs
- MBA or formal project/program management training
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