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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Scientist II - **Company:** QNity, Inc. - **Location:** Cleveland, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Centers, Software Reliability Testing, High Performance Computing - **Published:** October 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3467405590&tx=ZT1514TYZ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role The position requires a strong technology vision, the ability to translate market needs into innovation roadmaps, and demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams through complex product development programs., * Bachelors' required, master's or Ph.D. preferred in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field. * 10+ years of industrial R&D experience in advanced materials or thermal management technologies. * Demonstrated success leading complex technology development programs. * Experience managing scientists, engineers, or cross-functional technical teams. * Strong understanding of product development, commercialization, and manufacturing scale-up. * Proven record of innovation, patents, product launches, or significant technical contributions. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Preferred * Expertise in thermal interface materials, liquid metals, phase change materials, advanced polymer composites, fillers, or semiconductor packaging materials. * Knowledge on EMI (ELECTRO MAGNETIC INTERFERANCE) material is a plus. * Experience supporting AI/datacenter, semiconductor, telecommunications, automotive, aerospace, or electronics markets. * Knowledge of thermal modeling, reliability testing, and advanced characterization techniques. * Experience managing global teams and multi-site development programs. * MBA or formal project/program management training is a plus. ## Description The Lead Scientist II / Technology Manager will provide technical and organizational leadership for the development of next-generation thermal management materials and technologies. This role combines deep scientific expertise with people, project, and portfolio leadership. The successful candidate will drive innovation from concept through commercialization while managing a team of scientists and engineers focused on advanced thermal interface materials (TIMs), EMI materials, and emerging thermal and EMI solutions for AI datacenters, advanced packaging, automotive electronics, telecommunications, and high-performance computing applications., Technology Leadership * Define and execute technology roadmaps aligned with business strategy and customer needs. * Lead development of next-generation thermal management materials, including TIM1, TIM1.5, TIM2, liquid metal systems, phase change materials, lid seals, and adjacent technologies. * Evaluate emerging technologies, competitive landscapes, and intellectual property opportunities. * Drive innovation through invention disclosures, patents, publications, and strategic collaborations. * Serve as a technical authority for customers, business leaders, sales teams, and executive stakeholders. Team Leadership & People Development * Lead, mentor, and develop a team of scientists, engineers, and technologists. * Establish technical priorities, resource allocation, and project staffing plans. * Foster a culture of innovation, scientific rigor, collaboration, and accountability. * Support recruitment, succession planning, and technical career development. * Build strong cross-functional relationships across R&D, Operations, Product Management, Marketing, Quality, and Manufacturing. Product & Project Leadership * Lead strategic product development programs from concept through commercialization. * Drive stage-gate execution, technical risk reduction, and development planning. * Coordinate global project activities across multiple sites and disciplines. * Ensure projects meet technical, timing, cost, quality, and customer objectives. * Partner with PMO and business stakeholders to prioritize resources and maximize return on innovation investments. Customer & Market Engagement * Engage directly with key customers to understand system-level challenges and future technology needs. * Support design-in activities, technical reviews, and strategic customer engagements. * Translate application requirements into differentiated technology and product solutions. * Represent the company at industry conferences, consortiums, and technical forums. Operational Excellence * Establish best practices for experimentation, characterization, data analysis, and documentation. * Drive continuous improvement in laboratory capabilities and technology development processes. * Support manufacturing scale-up, technology transfer, and commercialization efforts. * Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements., * Deliver high-impact technology platforms that support strategic growth objectives. * Build and develop a high-performing technical team. * Accelerate commercialization of advanced thermal solutions. * Generate meaningful intellectual property and competitive differentiation. * Improve project execution, resource utilization, and cross-functional alignment. * Strengthen customer engagement and technical credibility within key markets.