We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr R&D Scientist to join our APAC R&D Team. In this role, you will be instrumental in driving the development of novel materials from concept to commercialization. You will lead projects focused on semiconductor back-end and packaging materials, from board-level to chip-level. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with a passion for creating new products, forging strategic external partnerships, and mentoring junior engineers. If you are an open-minded problem-solver who enjoys challenges and has a proven track record of successful product translation, we encourage you to apply.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities
· Lead the development of innovative products for TIM and Packaging Materials for electronic customers.
· Generate innovative ideas, design material formulations, and develop robust processes to realize product concepts.
· Design experiments, analyze data, and troubleshoot complex material-related issues, including understanding failure modes in electronic packaging applications.
· Closely working with cross function team (technology, sales, marketing, AE) to develop end-to-end solution, ensure successful market launch.
· Proactively identify, evaluate, and establish strategic partnerships with external entities such as universities, research institutes, and startups, evaluate the technical capabilities and maturity.
· Work independently to manage multiple projects, ensuring they meet technical, timeline, and budgetary goals.
· Provide technical leadership within the R&D team, offering guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
QualificationsMaster, PHD
Material/Chemistry/ Polymer
R&D Experience with TIM (Thermal Interface Material), adhesives polymers thermal
Lead design and development of thermal interface materials for specific applications
Define thermal material selection strategy
Polymer structure property relationships, polymer filler interaction, adhesion and interface phenomena, rheological property control, polymer and intermediates modification.
with the ability to explain complex technical topics to both engineers and non-technical stakeholders.
Fluent oral English
Oversea education plus
About Solstice Advanced Materials
Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials.
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Skills Required
- Master's or PhD in Materials, Chemistry, or Polymer Science
- R&D experience with Thermal Interface Materials (TIM), adhesives, and polymer thermal systems
- Proven ability to lead design and development of thermal interface materials for specific applications
- Deep knowledge of polymer structure-property relationships, polymer-filler interactions, adhesion/interface phenomena, and rheological control
- Experience in polymer and intermediates modification and materials characterization/failure analysis
- Experience designing experiments, analyzing data, and troubleshooting complex material-related issues
- Experience with cross-functional collaboration to deliver end-to-end product solutions and commercialization
- Technical leadership and mentorship experience guiding junior engineers
- Fluent spoken English
- Overseas education
What We Do
Solstice, part of Kin + Carta, is a modern software engineering firm that helps Fortune 500 companies seize new opportunities through world-changing digital solutions. As strategists and consultants, we help organizations evolve their digital strategy to solve mission-critical problems. As designers and developers, we build incredible hardware and software solutions that transcend a standalone product and transform an organization’s relationship with its customers. As instructors and coaches, we help companies transform from the inside out by adopting a high-speed culture of innovation. We’re strategists, researchers, designers, and engineers hell-bent on changing the way the world does business. We’re headquartered in Chicago and have delivery offices in New York, London, and Buenos Aires. For more information about Solstice, visit solstice.com
