Solstice Advanced Materials · 14 hours ago
Sr R&D Manager
Morris Plains, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$199K/yr - $249K/yr
7+ years expSolstice Advanced Materials is a global supplier of fluorine products and advanced materials. The Sr R&D Manager – External Innovation will be responsible for scouting and analyzing new technologies, building relationships with external partners, and collaborating with internal teams to enhance innovation capabilities.
ElectronicsHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)ManufacturingSemiconductor
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Identify, analyze, and prioritize relevant open (external) innovation opportunities and ensure cross-functional feedback and internal alignment
Ideating, scoping, pitching, and generating internal stakeholder buy-in and gaining approval to fund projects
Acting as a key contributor to Solstice AM superior product portfolio pipeline
Build and maintain a robust network of startups, academics, accelerators, incubators in the relevant scientific fields
Summarize background research and analysis, and aggregate data to recommend a partner management strategy
Conduct technology competitive assessment to identify best in-class technology options for Solstice
Develop and implement the overall R&D strategy in alignment with the company's business goals
Collaborate with executive leadership to shape the long-term direction of the R&D function
Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning within the R&D organization
Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple R&D projects simultaneously
Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget
Work closely with finance and other departments to develop accurate budget forecasts
Generate reports for executive leadership, summarizing key achievements, challenges, and future plans
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or another relevant field
7 years of relevant experience leading innovation projects
Broad scientific knowledge specifically around advanced materials and specialty chemicals spaces
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
Advanced Degree (Masters, PH.D.) in relevant field preferred
Strong critical thinking ability to gauge and identify appropriate opportunities
Scientific breadth, strong personal networks, curiosity, creativity and desire to learn
Experience working in different technological domains and business models
Team player that is familiar with working in a cross functional environment
Proven track record of successful project management and leadership capabilities
Self-starter and passion for innovation and discovery
Working with start-ups, experience working at a start-up or start-up organization is a plus
Solid understanding of and ability to communicate on a broad range of topics related to sustainable materials space
Strong organizational skills and experience managing long-term, complex projects from concept to completion
Self-Starter and dependable with strong interpersonal, collaborative and presentation skills
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
2025-12-09
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