Solstice Advanced Materials · 3 hours ago
Sr Director R&D
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$232K/yr - $290K/yr
10+ years expSolstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. The Sr. Director of Research and Development will be responsible for developing the long-term vision for R&D, leading a team of professionals, and overseeing the R&D project portfolio to ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
ElectronicsHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)ManufacturingSemiconductor
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Collaborate with executive leadership to integrate R&D strategies into the broader business strategy
Represent the R&D function in high level discussions and decision making
Provide leadership and guidance to multiple R&D teams, ensuring cohesion and synergy
Develop talent within the R&D teams, promoting skill development and career growth
Oversee the entire portfolio of R&D projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends relevant to Solstices business
Own the development of technology roadmaps
Develop critical customer relationships
Qualification
Required
10 plus years of experience leading research and development projects within a technology, chemical, or manufacturing environment
A PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Material Science or Similar Field
Proven record of innovation, as evidenced by intellectual property development, new product commercialization and revenue from new products
Demonstrated accomplishments in new molecule and new material development and commercialization
Proven people leadership, building high performing teams, and mentorship
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S
Preferred
Experience with synthetic chemistry, particularly fluorine-based chemistry
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with the application of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to material development
Passion for innovation and continuous learning
Benefits
Employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
EAP
Educational Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave)
12 Paid Holidays
Company
Solstice Advanced Materials
Solstice Advanced Materials is a global leader in refrigerants, semiconductor materials, protective fibers, and healthcare packaging.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1B2025-10-30IPO
2025-09-16Debt Financing· $1B
Recent News
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