Director, R&D (Materials and Product Characterization) at Danaher Corporation

Port Washington, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology, Filtration, Separation, PurificationIndustries

Requirements

Master’s or PhD degree in Chemistry, Aeronautical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science with a focus in materials analysis or analytical chemistry
8+ years of post-degree experience
5+ years of people leadership experience in a scientific, engineering or product development matrixed organization
Fluency with design of experiment (DOE) methods and statistical analysis
Problem solving ability and excellent oral/written communication skills
US Citizenship or Resident Alien status required to support government programs and projects
Prefer knowledge of filter design, fluid dynamics, and metrology
Previous experience in working knowledge of analysis requirements for microelectronics and energy sectors (preferred)
Ability to work in a global environment (preferred)
Growth and continuous improvement mindset (preferred)

Responsibilities

Lead the associates, infrastructure, operations and cross-functional engagement of the Materials and Product Characterization (MPC) team within the Metrology, Analysis and Applications group of the R&D department
Lead the global MPC team in conducting research to push the state of the art in fluid flow, filtration, and metrology and to develop and execute standard test methods used for routine testing of filters and membranes developed for multiple industries inclusive of microelectronics, food/beverage, energy transition and aerospace
Develop and maintain partnerships with customers or other external partners to enable strategic product demonstration (pilot) testing of "first to market" products
Design and execute product validation and FMEA test plans
Serve as SMEs in filtration strategic markets, technologies, and applications
Act as a domain specialist in resolving internal and external customer problems
Participate in technical brainstorming sessions, as related to NPD projects, and contribute by utilizing fundamental understanding of physics
Interact with global cross-functional members from R&D, Engineering, Technology Transfer, Scientific and Laboratory Services, Marketing and Manufacturing and find opportunities to bring the capabilities of MPC to optimize Pall products and processes

Skills

R&D Leadership

Materials Characterization

Product Characterization

Metrology

Fluid Flow

Filtration

Cross-functional Collaboration

Team Leadership

Danaher Corporation

Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters

1969Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Roche and Abbott in AI-driven diagnostics.

Potential regulatory challenges in the EU for water quality sector.

Supply chain vulnerabilities affecting precision instruments sourcing.

Differentiation

Danaher's Danaher Business System drives continuous improvement and superior financial performance.

The acquisition of Cytiva enhances Danaher's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Danaher's advanced purification technologies meet increasing demands for sustainable water management.

Upsides

Danaher's investment in AI-driven healthcare solutions boosts its diagnostics capabilities.

Cytiva acquisition expands Danaher's market share in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Point-of-care testing demand drives growth for Danaher's diagnostic tools and software.

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