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We are seeking a highly motivated R&D Scientist to join the Battery Thermal Materials R&D team in Freienbach, Switzerland. The role focuses on the development of thermally conductive adhesives and thermal interface materials (TIMs) for advanced battery applications in close collaboration with customers, manufacturing, and cross‑functional internal teams.
The successful candidate will combine strong chemistry fundamentals, hands‑on laboratory skills, analytical rigor, and innovative thinking to design, develop, and qualify new material solutions that meet demanding customer critical‑to‑quality (CTQ) requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Materials & Formulation Development
Develop new thermally conductive adhesive and thermal interface material formulations, from concept through customer qualification
Design and optimize formulations to meet customer‑specific CTQs, including thermal, mechanical, processing, and reliability requirements
Apply structured formulation design approaches and experimental planning to accelerate development
Analytical Problem Solving
Perform root cause analysis on complex technical challenges using strong analytical and data‑driven methodologies
Interpret experimental results, draw sound technical conclusions, and define clear next steps
Apply innovative, out‑of‑the‑box thinking to develop novel technical solutions beyond conventional approaches
Testing & Qualification
Plan and execute material testing and validation programs, including internal testing and customer‑specific qualification requirements
Ensure data quality, robustness, and traceability throughout the qualification process
Support customer trials and technical discussions during product validation phases
Laboratory & Team Leadership
Maintain a hands‑on presence in the laboratory, executing experiments and supporting troubleshooting activities
Collaborate closely with lab technicians, providing technical guidance, task prioritization, and informal leadership
Contribute to SWAT‑team project execution, balancing speed, rigor, and collaboration
Digitalization, Data & Advanced Methods
Qualifications
Required
Master’s degree in Chemistry (or closely related field such as Materials Science or Chemical Engineering). PhD is a plus but not required
Strong foundation in polymer chemistry, formulations, and materials characterization
Proven hands‑on laboratory experience in applied R&D
Strong analytical mindset with demonstrated problem‑solving capability
Ability to collaborate effectively in cross‑functional, multicultural teams
Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal)
Business fluent (written and spoken) in German and English
Preferred / Plus
Experience with thermally conductive materials, adhesives, or TIMs
Exposure to data analytics, statistics, or machine learning in an R&D context
Experience interacting directly with customers in a technical role
Willingness to represent DuPont at technical conferences
What This Role Offers
A hands‑on, technically deep role at the interface of chemistry, materials science, and battery technology
High visibility projects with leading automotive and battery OEM customers
A collaborative SWAT‑team environment combining chemists and lab technicians
Strong platform for technical growth, external visibility, and long‑term career development within DuPont
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