RD Lab Manager

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the establishment, operation, and continuous development of the HDM Taiwan R&D Formulation Laboratory.
• Drive formulation research, product development, and technical innovation in Polymeric Dielectric Coating Materials to support business growth and commercialization.
• Design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE), formulation studies, material characterization, and performance evaluations for polymeric dielectric coating materials and related electronic materials.
• Lead technical projects from concept to commercialization, ensuring alignment with business objectives, product performance requirements, and project timelines.
• Collaborate closely with global R&D teams to facilitate technology transfer, capability development, and successful project execution.
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with Application Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Product Stewardship & Regulatory (PS&R), Sales, Marketing, Sourcing, and Supply Chain teams to drive the development, optimization, and commercialization of innovative polymeric dielectric coating materials and differentiated solutions.
• Support customer projects through technical discussions, material evaluations, troubleshooting, and application-focused development activities.
• Identify and introduce new technologies to strengthen competitive advantages and drive continuous improvement and business growth.
• Develop and mentor laboratory personnel through technical leadership, coaching, training, and performance management.
• Ensure excellence in laboratory operations, including safety, productivity, equipment management, intellectual property protection, regulatory compliance, and adherence to global EHS standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree or above in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electronic materials, semiconductor materials, specialty chemicals, polymeric dielectric coating materials, or related industries.
• Proven experience in formulation development, product development, technology development, and Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Strong hands-on experience in laboratory operations, material characterization, analytical testing, prototyping, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated success in leading technical projects, managing cross-functional teams, and developing technical talent.
• Experience in laboratory setup, technology transfer, capability development, or commercialization of new technologies is preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.
• Highly adaptable, flexible, and open-minded, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, cross-cultural environment and respond to changing priorities.
• Strong learning agility, with a self-driven and results-oriented approach to work.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability, with a proven commitment to delivering business impact.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin, both written and spoken, with willingness to travel internationally as required.