Research and Development Ink Chemist

The R&D Chemist is responsible for the design and formulation of ink, dispersion, and related chemical technologies through a combination of empirical design and modeling methods.  This role combines formulation science, process development, scale-up, technical problem solving, and cross-functional leadership to deliver solutions that meet performance, quality, manufacturability, regulatory, cost, and supply requirements.  The work will focus on developing components and formulations that expand various ink and printing fluid attributes.  It will also involve optimizing the new inks for drop formation and the printing process.  Part of the role is to collaborate with the printer component designers to implement system level changes to balance tradeoffs in the various components.

• →Design and optimize ink, dispersion, and related formulations to achieve product performance, quality, Regulatory, Manufacturability, cost, and supply objectives.
• →Lead component development and technical projects from concept through product qualification and introduction
• →Cross-functional/pan global team participation and leadership
• →Apply expertise in formulation science, pigment and dye chemistry, polymers, colloidal systems, and surface chemistry to solve complex technical challenges.
• →Design and execute experiments, analyze data, and translate findings into actionable technical recommendations.
• →Support Print system characterization, process development, manufacturing scale-up, technology transfer, and production readiness activities.
• →Lead technical investigations and resolve formulation, process, quality, and manufacturing issues.
• →Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, regulatory, and supplier partners to deliver business objectives.
• →Communicate technical progress, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders and management.
• →Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to project teams and fellow chemists.

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or a related field.

• Understanding of fundamental chemical mechanisms.  Key areas include:
  • Formulation development and dispersion technology
  • Pigment and dye chemistry
  • Polymers in solution,
  • Organic and Inorganic nanoparticle suspensions
  • Interfacial and surface chemistry
  • Proficiency in appropriate analytical instruments and data interpretation

• Wet chemistry or ink formulation experience
• Strong written and spoken communication skills
• Ability to creatively solve problems in a fast-paced product development environment
• Ability to work and effectively interact (remotely, as needed) with team members from other disciplines, projects, organizations, cultures, and companies
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork/interpersonal, communication and technical skills
• Resourceful, creative, and flexible

• Programming skills
• Familiarity with printing technology and color science
• Formulation experience is a plus

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