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Senior R&D scientist

Qnity

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May 27, 2026

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Location
AP-CN-Tianjin-Taifeng (EL), China
Workplace
Onsite
Type
Full-time
Department
Education
Seniority
Senior
Experience
5+ years
Education
PhD
Industry
Technology
Category
Engineering
Environment
Office
Source
Workday

Overview

The Senior R&D Scientist leads scientific investigations and product development for advanced electronic materials, with a primary focus on thermal conductive interface materials. Key responsibilities include designing and executing experiments, leading cross-functional teams, prototyping, and commercializing new products. The role requires a PhD in Polymer Science, Chemistry, or Materials Science (or Master's with 5+ years experience), with expertise in formulation development and Design of Experiments. Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with fluency in both English and Mandarin. The position involves collaboration with manufacturing, quality, and commercial teams to develop innovative solutions that create competitive advantages and drive business growth.

Description

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics.

At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Plan, schedule, and execute scientific investigations to drive the development of innovative new products and enhance existing offerings.   

  • Design of Experiment (DOE), and performance evaluation, primarily focusing on thermal conductive interface materials, but also including related products across the entire department.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing engineering, application engineer, quality, commercial, sourcing, and supply chain, to develop, enhance, and commercialize new products and differentiated solutions.

  • Execute activities such as prototyping, laboratory work, technical service, troubleshooting, and hands-on tasks to support project initiatives.

  • Lead projects and deliver project results on schedule, ensuring both quality and feasibility in alignment with business needs.

  • Introduce new technologies to create competitive advantage and identify improvement opportunities for business growth.  

  • Actively engages in multi-disciplinary product development teams, with the potential to lead a team. Provide guidance, train and assist the team with skills in the area of specialty.

  • Ensure compliance with global Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards, protect intellectual property, and adhere to regulatory requirements.

Job Requirements:

  • A PhD degree or a master’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in Polymer Science, Chemistry, or Material Science.

  • Experience in formulation development, Design of Experiments (DOE), and industrial working experience is a plus.

  • Strong analytical problem-solving skills, with demonstrated excellent logical thinking abilities.

  • Demonstrated technical performance in relevant projects or roles.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively.

  • Able to demonstrate a high level of learning agility with the ability to adapt and learn new materials and processes.

  • Fluency in both English and Mandarin, with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.

  • Proactive, open-minded and a collaborative team player.

  • Strong sense of responsibility and accountability, with the ability to own initiative and result oriented.

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Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.

Qnity offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.

We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance our recruitment process.

Skills

PrototypingCompliance

Languages

EnglishMandarin

About Qnity

Qnity is a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries, focused on enabling faster progress through innovative materials science.

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