Senior Materials Scientist 1060S-1

Team up with the most innovative company where Imagination becomes reality! E Ink is the originator, pioneer, and commercial leader in ePaper technology. The Billerica Research & Development team is thriving and growing as we help develop products that are changing how people access information every day. We are seeking qualified candidates who are self-driven, looking to advance their career and become a high-impact player on a team.

Based on technology from MIT’s Media Lab, E Ink has transformed and defined the eReader market. Its Electrophoretic Display products make it the worldwide leader for ePaper. The Company’s corporate philosophy aims to deliver revolutionary products, user experiences and environmental benefits through advanced technology development.

Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives is fostered to create an inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness.

We offer a competitive/generous benefits package that fits the needs of our employees. It includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program. (see E Ink │ Our Company)

About the position:

E Ink is seeking a highly motivated, creative and hands-on scientist to conduct leading-edge materials research for novel electrophoretic display technology. The Senior Materials Scientist will be a subject-matter expert in design, formulating and fabricating functional materials to optimize the chemical, mechanical, electrical and optical properties of various E Ink’s front panel laminate (FPL) platforms. This individual will be based in Billerica, MA, and engage globally with E Ink’s R&D and Manufacturing to champion technical innovations from conception to commercialization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ownership of and responsibility for initiating, directing, and executing materials and process research for performance optimization and new product development
• Work with and contribute to an agile, inspiring and supportive team to rapidly advance project goals and actively pursue contingency plans
• Survey technical publications and the patent landscape to stay abreast of technical advancements in the field. Drive research programs aimed at incubating new technologies

• Document the results in comprehensive technical reports and in patents for intellectual property

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in materials science, polymer science or a related field and 2 years of industrial experience in materials development for thin film electronics or
• M.S. in materials science, polymer science or a related field and 5 years of industrial experience in materials development for thin film electronics
• Expertise in one or more of the following or related areas: adhesive film, polymer structural-property relationship, conductive polymers, electrochemical charge transport
• Thin-film coating experience with strong thin-film and interface characterization and optimization knowledge
• Excellent troubleshooting, teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Self-directed, motivated, and hands-on personality. Ability to work in a fast-paced, open-minded highly interdisciplinary work environment

Preferences

• Knowledge of electrical and optical characterization in thin film devices
• Technical project management experience

Benefits:

• Competitive total compensation package
• Medical, dental and vision on 1st day
• Company 401K match
• 20 PTO days
• Generous sick leave policy
• Casual day to day work environment
• Hybrid/flexible work environment (for some positions)

E Ink is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. E Ink is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, identity, sexual orientation, veteran’s status,