PerkinElmer
The Director of R&D Material Characterization at PerkinElmer leads a multidisciplinary team in developing advanced analytical solutions using IR, UV, and Thermal technologies. This role involves strategic planning, product lifecycle management, and fostering research excellence to drive innovation for global customers in biopharma, food, and environmental sectors.
Headquarters
Shelton, Connecticut, United States
Company Size
5001-10000 employees
Founded
1937
PerkinElmer is a global leader in life sciences and analytical instrumentation, delivering hardware, software, and services that enable discovery, measurement, and testing across biopharma, food safety, environmental analysis, and industrial markets. The company’s portfolio includes mass spectrometry, chromatography, spectroscopy, thermal analysis, and lab IT solutions, serving customers worldwide to advance science and safety.
PerkinElmer's factory is leaving Shelton, but here's what will remain
Oct 1, 2025
PerkinElmer Strengthens Life Sciences and Diagnostics Capabilities with New Facilities and Partnership
Aug 26, 2025
PerkinElmer Opens New Headquarters and Technology Center
Sep 26, 2025
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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