Date: Mon, 27 Oct 2014 17:19:26 -0700 From: "Nicholas Meyler" <nickm@wdsearch.com> 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>
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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:
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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
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