Job Description
At Nexus Innovation Labs, we are pushing the boundaries of material science to solve the world's most complex engineering challenges. We are seeking a visionary Senior R&D Scientist to lead our next generation of sustainable material development. If you are passionate about fundamental research, experimental design, and translating breakthrough discoveries into market-leading solutions, we want to hear from you.
You will work in our state-of-the-art Palo Alto facility, collaborating with world-class engineers and cross-functional teams to iterate on high-impact products that shape the future of technology.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end R&D lifecycles, from conceptual ideation to functional prototyping and testing.
- Design and conduct sophisticated experiments to analyze chemical and physical material properties.
- Collaborate with cross-functional product teams to align R&D milestones with organizational goals.
- Document technical findings, prepare comprehensive research reports, and present data-driven insights to executive stakeholders.
- Mentor junior researchers and foster a culture of scientific excellence and rigorous peer review.
- Identify new intellectual property opportunities and contribute to patent filings.
- Stay at the forefront of industry trends by attending conferences and monitoring emerging technologies.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
- 5+ years of professional R&D experience in a laboratory or industrial manufacturing environment.
- Deep expertise in materials characterization techniques such as SEM, TEM, XRD, and DSC.
- Proven track record of taking complex research concepts through to commercial validation.
- Strong proficiency in statistical data analysis and scientific modeling software (e.g., MATLAB, R, Python).
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to distill complex technical data for diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-priority projects in a fast-paced environment.