Director, Concept Development
Location
Alameda, CA
Level
VP / Executive
Department
Materials & Manufacturing
Type
Salary
$185,000 - $262,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-08-03
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of scientists and engineers to develop and test new materials.
- Develop partnerships to validate product-market fit and business opportunities.
- Secure funding from government agencies to support new materials technologies.
- Collaborate with academic institutions to stay updated on new materials technologies.
- Provide inspirational leadership and foster a positive team environment.
Job Requirements
- PhD or equivalent in materials science, chemistry, physics, or related field.
- 10+ years of industry experience.
- 7+ years managing technical teams and driving projects from concept to scale.
- Experience evaluating the feasibility of new technologies.
- Strong relationship-building skills across various fields.
- Ability to approach work with a beginner’s mind and seek feedback.
- Willingness to work onsite in Alameda offices.
