Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field with a strong emphasis on IR, UV, and Thermal spectroscopy.
Minimum 10 years industrial experience in R&D. Proven leadership experience in R&D, ideally within the analytical instrumentation industry.
Preferred Characteristics
In-depth knowledge of IR, UV, and Thermal spectroscopy techniques and instrumentation.
Experience of product development from concept to shipping within a multi-disciplinary team environment,
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
Strategic thinking and the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
General knowledge of firmware/software and how it interacts with the hardware in an instrument.
Good knowledge of physics - (Heat transfer and behavior of materials at different temperatures, Optics, Basic electronics principles, control systems, noise, and signal processing)
Familiarity with materials and manufacturing processes
Familiarity in reviewing designs and defining technical approach.
Familiarity with value engineering, cost reduction and how to improve total cost of goods (TCOGS)
Benefits
Health insuranceVision insurance
Additional Information
When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.
Job Title
Director R&D Material Characterization
Location(s)
High Wycombe
Job Description
The Company
The "new" PerkinElmer business, a newly independent company as of March 13, 2023, is a global analytical services and solutions provider with offerings including the leading OneSource Field and Laboratory services business that serve the biopharma, food, environmental, safety and applied end markets to accelerate scientific outcomes. Since 1937, PerkinElmer has served as a trusted partner in laboratory analysis and management and today complements its service offerings with a broad portfolio of atomic spectroscopy, molecular spectroscopy, and chromatography instruments, consumables, and reagents. With a dedicated team of more than 6,000 team members, the Company serves customers in more than 35 countries. Additional information is available at www.perkinelmer.com .
Purpose
The Director R&D Material Characterization (Mat Char) will be responsible for globally overseeing the research and development activities of a multidisciplinary team focused on Infrared (IR), Ultraviolet (UV), and Thermal analysis technologies. This role is critical in driving innovation, product development, and advancing our solutions in the field of Material Characterization.
Perkinelmer · High Wycombe