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Position Summary
Qnity Electronics is seeking an innovative Senior Scientist to join our Semiconductor Technologies Lithography team in Marlborough, MA. In this role, you will lead the development of next-generation spin-on photolithography materials and processes that enable advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
Working closely with cross-functional R&D, engineering, and commercial teams, you will drive new product development from concept through commercialization, helping deliver industry-leading lithography solutions for the world's most advanced semiconductor applications.
This is a 100% onsite position based in Marlborough, MA.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this opportunity.
What You Will Do
Develop next-generation spin-on photolithography formulations and processes for semiconductor manufacturing.
Build a strong understanding of structure-property relationships to accelerate material innovation and product performance.
Lead and contribute to new product development projects from concept validation through scale-up and commercialization.
Collaborate with customers to evaluate early-stage materials, gather feedback, and refine product performance.
Apply data-driven problem-solving and analytical techniques to identify and overcome technical challenges.
Establish project plans, manage technical execution, and deliver against project milestones and business objectives.
Generate, document, and protect intellectual property that supports Qnity's technology leadership.
Analyze and communicate technical data through reports, presentations, and project updates.
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to identify emerging technologies, market trends, and innovation opportunities.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or a related technical discipline.
Proven track record of safe laboratory practices and experimental methodology.
Demonstrated technical achievements in research, product development, or materials innovation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across global, multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of post-Ph.D. industry or research experience.
Experience in formulation design and advanced materials product development.
Semiconductor, photolithography, photoresist, polymer, or related materials experience.
Project leadership experience in a global or cross-functional environment.
Customer-facing technical support or customer collaboration experience.
Experience with project management, Lean Innovation, or stage-gate product development processes.
Experience developing intellectual property strategies and patent portfolios.
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Skills Required
- Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or related technical discipline
- Proven track record of safe laboratory practices and experimental methodology
- Demonstrated technical achievements in research, product development, or materials innovation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with ability to work across global, multidisciplinary teams
- 2+ years of post-Ph.D. industry or research experience
- Experience in formulation design and advanced materials product development
- Semiconductor, photolithography, photoresist, polymer, or related materials experience
- Project leadership experience in a global or cross-functional environment
- Customer-facing technical support or customer collaboration experience
- Experience with project management, Lean Innovation, or stage-gate product development processes
- Experience developing intellectual property strategies and patent portfolios
What We Do
Qnity Electronics, Inc. is a premier technology provider across the semiconductor and advanced electronics value chain. It specializes in providing high-performance materials and integration expertise to enable breakthroughs in AI, high-performance computing, and advanced connectivity. Its offerings range from semiconductor chip manufacturing solutions to high-speed transmission materials for complex electronic systems, serving as a critical partner in the global electronics ecosystem.
