Product Development Manager

About this role

Responsibilities

• Project Management
• Lead and manage R&D projects from conception through completion
• Assign tasks to laboratory technicians and provide ongoing supervision and follow-up
• Track project timelines and deliverables to ensure milestones are met
• Balance competing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• External Collaboration
• Manage joint development projects with external partners and stakeholders
• Represent the company in customer meetings as needed
• Coordinate production of customer orders to meet specifications and deadlines
• Technical Work
• Fabricate and characterize n-type polymers for electronic applications
• Develop and optimize ink formulations for electronic applications
• Conduct rigorous testing and analysis of materials to ensure quality and performance standards
• Intellectual Property
• Assist in drafting patent applications and throughout the patent process
• Document research findings and technical developments appropriately

Requirements

• Required Experience:
• 2+ years of experience in product development or R&D project management
• 2+ years of experience with conductive polymer fabrication and characterization
• Formulation experience
• Laboratory testing and materials analysis experience
• Patent process experience preferred
• Strong project management and organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Effective communication skills for cross-functional and external collaboration
• Technical writing capabilities for patents and documentation
• Required Education & Training:
• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Materi