From owner-freebsd-gnome@FreeBSD.ORG Tue Oct 28 00:32:33 2014 Return-Path: Delivered-To: gnome@freebsd.org Received: from mx1.freebsd.org (mx1.freebsd.org [8.8.178.115]) (using TLSv1.2 with cipher AECDH-AES256-SHA (256/256 bits)) (No client certificate requested) by hub.freebsd.org (Postfix) with ESMTPS id AF937CE8 for ; Tue, 28 Oct 2014 00:32:33 +0000 (UTC) Received: from me-ss2-ieksw9.mailengine1.com (me-ss2-ieksw9.mailengine1.com [72.19.210.94]) by mx1.freebsd.org (Postfix) with ESMTP id 94C01D77 for ; Tue, 28 Oct 2014 00:32:33 +0000 (UTC) Received: by me-ss2-ieksw9.mailengine1.com (PowerMTA(TM) v3.5r15sb7) id h9ri220jql49 for ; Mon, 27 Oct 2014 17:22:49 -0700 (envelope-from ) MIME-Version: 1.0 X-Mailer: StreamSend2 - 344961 X-Mailer-Version: 2.0 X-Mailer-Environment: production X-Report-Abuse-At: abuse@streamsend.com X-Report-Abuse-Info: It is important to please include full email headers in the report X-rpcampaign: StreamSend22520637 X-Streamsend2id: 344961+1+997583+22520637+me-ss2-ieksw9.mailengine1.com Date: Mon, 27 Oct 2014 17:19:26 -0700 From: "Nicholas Meyler" Reply-To: "Nicholas J. Meyler" To: gnome@freebsd.org Subject: Outstanding Opportunities in OPV/OLED Technology, etc. Message-ID: <300.0.15.265.1CFF2454E609490.6F611@me-ss2-ieksw9.mailengine1.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable X-Content-Filtered-By: Mailman/MimeDel 2.1.18-1 X-BeenThere: freebsd-gnome@freebsd.org X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.18-1 Precedence: list List-Id: GNOME for FreeBSD -- porting and maintaining List-Unsubscribe: , List-Archive: List-Post: List-Help: List-Subscribe: , X-List-Received-Date: Tue, 28 Oct 2014 00:32:33 -0000 Attention Fellow Engineers and Scientists: My new client is a technology start-up that has just achieved their "A" rou= nd of VC funding, developing a portfolio of emerging photo-voltaic technolo= gies that enable seamless deployment of light-harvesting functionality in t= he form of products and surfaces we interact with every day. This technol= ogy is a transparent coating that enables any surface to convert ambient li= ght into useful electricity without impacting the way it looks. It can be i= ntegrated directly into the surfaces of mobile electronics as an auxiliary = power source, with no degradation of device function or display clarity. Among other applications, this thin-film technology can also serve as an in= visible, power-producing coating for windows, providing an onboard power so= urce for electronic window functionality or to offset energy consumption in= buildings.They have retained me to conduct three searches. I present, belo= w, the first two of these. 1) Vice-President, Business Development (Redwood City, CA) We are seeking an exceptional candidate to lead the company=E2=80=99s busin= ess development efforts, targeting an individual with a strong track record= of successful business development in the display and electronic device ha= rdware components industries. The ideal candidate has successfully executed= business development strategies through all phases of emerging technology = development: from technology demonstration to proof-of-concept prototype to= commercial product. As a member of the management team, the chosen candidate will have influenc= e over corporate strategy, business development, and sales operations. The = VP of Business Development will be responsible for leading a lean team towa= rd rapid revenue growth through the development of strategic partnerships a= nd joint development agreements across multiple product categories. The cho= sen candidate will take on significant responsibility within a fast-paced, = start-up environment that is quickly evolving. The ideal candidate must be = comfortable working as a member of a growing team and able to lead executio= n of certain tasks outlined below. The VP of Business Development will have a high degree of autonomy and will= report directly to the CEO. Estimated travel will be 25% to 50%. Responsibilities: In consultation with the CEO, the VP of Business Development will lead the = following activities and may also be asked to take on additional roles as n= eeded:=20 Identify and source customer/partner leads. Cultivate relationships with potential customers & strategic partners. Facilitate and execute joint development agreements and customer contracts Negotiate deal terms with partners & customers. Guide development of the sales channel. Lead small team over next 2 years (1-3 FTE). Develop and implement marketing and public relations strategy. Represent Company at relevant industry events and conferences. Requirements:=20 8 + years experience in technical business development (consumer electronic= s, display, semiconductor, or related). Experience executing and evolving business development strategies across mu= ltiple phases of technology development: from technology demonstration to p= roof-of-concept prototype to commercial produc. Track record closing development partnerships with upfront payments and com= mercial commitment. Established network in consumer electronics and display industries. Experience leading a business development team of 3 or more. Strong technical competency. Startup experience (<20 FTEs) preferred. Fluency in Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. Strong analytical, intuitive, and creative problem solving capabilities. Outstanding communication skills; ability to synthesize complex ideas and c= oncepts into simple and intuitive communications (oral, written, and visual= ). A team player ready to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment. #2) Director of Device Development (Redwood City, CA) My client also seeks an exceptional candidate to lead the company=E2=80=99s= photovoltaic device development efforts. We are targeting an individual wi= th a strong track record leading technology development teams who has a bac= kground in optoelectronic devices, organic semiconductors, display technolo= gies, and PVD processes. The ideal candidate has successfully executed tech= nology development strategies through all phases of emerging technology dev= elopment from technology demonstration to proof-of-concept prototype to com= mercial product. The chosen candidate will direct the day-to-day operations= of the device development team (initially 5-8 FTEs) including device archi= tecture development and optimization, module scaling, and prototyping activ= ities. The chosen candidate will have a strong voice in the technical direc= tion of the company and expanding the device development team. As an early = member of the team, the candidate should expect the role to evolve as the c= ompany grows and must be willing to perform both hands-on and managerial ro= les as necessary. This position will report to the CEO. Responsibilities: The Director of Device Development will be expected to lead the device deve= lopment team (initially 5-8 FTEs) in the following activities, but may also= be asked to take on additional roles as needed: Manage and execute the company=E2=80=99s photovoltaic device development ef= forts from technology demonstration to proof-of-concept prototype to commer= cial product. Manage and execute laboratory operations for maximized productivity, includ= ing equipment and facility design/install/maintenance and material/supply s= ourcing. Identify and plan technology development strategy and milestones, = including pathway for optimizing device efficiency, optical properties, and= lifetime. Manage and execute the design, fabrication, testing, and optimization of ph= otovoltaic prototype devices based on small-molecule organic semiconductors= against milestones. Work with chemistry team to integrate new materials into device development= pipeline. Manage and execute the design and integration of PVs with display component= s, power electronics, circuitry, and other balance of system components in = product prototypes. Plan and manage development and prototyping projects with commercial partne= rs. Collaborate across all teams to plan manufacturing strategy based on protot= ypes devices. Lead the device development team in preparing grant proposals, intellectual= property filings, and reports. Requirements:=20 6+ years experience leading technology development teams of 5 or more. Experience optimizing organic optoelectronic devices required: OPV, OLED, e= tc. (OPV and small molecule experience preferred). Experience with PVD processes required: thermal evaporation, sputter, ebeam= , etc. Experience and/or competency in the following areas preferred: display tech= nologies, power electronics, laser patterning, encapsulation/packaging, thi= n film characterization. Experience executing and evolving technology development strategies across = multiple phases of development: from technology demonstration to proof-of-c= oncept prototype to commercial product. Track record of intellectual property development. Track record managing technology development programs with commercial partn= ers to meet aggressive technology, prototype, and product milestones. Startup experience (<20 FTEs) preferred. Strong analytical, intuitive, and creative problem solving capabilities. Outstanding communication skills; ability to synthesize complex ideas and c= oncepts into simple and intuitive communications (oral, written, and visual= ). A team player ready to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment. PhD in electrical engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, or = related field preferred. (3) Senior Ink Formulation Chemist This is one more very exciting opportunity with my client which is a $10+ b= illion world leader in connectivity. The company designs and manufactures p= roducts at the heart of electronic connections for the world=E2=80=99s lead= ing industries including automotive, energy and industrial, broadband commu= nications, consumer devices, healthcare, and aerospace and defense. The candidate will have a deep understanding of polymer materials science, = polymer chemistry, metal particles, and fundamental formulation/rheological= interactions as it relates to printing of conductive inks and printed elec= tronics. The position is in a Corporate R&D environment whose performance i= s measured by the development, evaluation, risk reduction and eventual tran= sfer of new technologies to the business units. The candidate will be expec= ted to drive printed electronics projects through development of conductive= inks, printing equipment, and printing processes. Development of conductiv= e inks includes custom formulation as well as identifying commercially avai= lable inks. The candidate is expected to be hands-on with equipment, able t= o design experiments and direct others. It is paramount that this person wo= rks well with mostly internal, but some external customers. Research projec= ts must be driven by the needs of the business units, external customers, a= nd research results. The candidate must also be able to eventually take on = more technical managerial responsibilities. Primary responsibilities include, but not limited to: =C2=B7 Drive research and development of printed conductive inks, printi= ng equipment, and printed electronics applications using fundamental knowle= dge in 1) chemistry and conductive ink formulation; 2) materials science in= teractions like rheology, adhesion, surface wetting, conductivity; and 3) p= rinting processes. =C2=B7 Ability to formulate conductive inks, understand conductive ink f= ormulations, and/or direct the formulation efforts of others. =C2=B7 Deep enough insight into the printing hardware to efficiently and= effectively manage the construction of next generation equipment. =C2=B7 Able to participate in IP activities including filing, searching,= reading, and able to understand and help set IP strategy. =C2=B7 Able to direct others and help design experiments. =C2=B7 Set technical direction and define credible technical pathways to= achieve goals. =C2=B7 Drive projects around needs of the business units and external cu= stomers. =C2=B7 Capable of growth into leadership and management roles. =C2=B7 Participate in technical roadmap development and technology asses= sments. =C2=B7 Collaborate across geographical, business unit and cross-cultural = boundaries. Qualifications: =C2=B7 MS with at least 5 yrs experience or Ph.D. with at least 2 yrs ex= perience in Polymer Chemistry, Chemistry, Materials Science, Polymer Scienc= e, Chemical Engineering or related field. =C2=B7 Highly self-motivated individual with a strong bias for action an= d impact. =C2=B7 Experience around at least one of these printing techniques: grav= ure, offset, flexographic, roll-to-roll, pad, screen, direct dispense, ink-= jet, spray coating, etc. =C2=B7 Experience in printing, rheology of printing, and printed electro= nics. =C2=B7 Outstanding interpersonal skills and works well with mostly inter= nal, but some external customers. =C2=B7 Knowledge and experience around electronics, electronics testing,= antennas, antenna testing, CAD, automated manufacturing, additive manufact= uring, Lab View or related software, a plus. =C2=B7 Demonstrated work experience, publications, and/or filed IP in th= e research areas mentioned above. =C2=B7 A strong team player with positive, proactive and professional at= titude. =C2=B7 Studious, willing to solve challenges and work under pressure. =C2=B7 Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as exce= llent presentation skills. NOTE: Ink formulation experience is a MUST. Polymer chemistry, organic synthesis experience and knowledge of functional groups a big plus HIRING? Why you should choose Wingate Dunross: IF you are interested in exploring one or more of these opportunities to wo= rk with some of the leading technology companies in the world, please respo= nd with a resume. Referrals, recommendations and suggestions are always wel= come, as are 'random' resume submissions for other possible opportunities n= ot described above. Cover letters explaining which position most interests = you (and why) are very helpful. Best Regards, Nicholas Meyler GM/President, Technology Wingate Dunross, Inc. ph (818)597-3200 ext. 211 URL: www.wdsearch.com Email: Nickm@wdsearch.com http://app.streamsend.com/private/u4Kt/nKR/zZfhEnZ/unsubscribe/22= 520637=