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Team up with the most innovative company where Imagination becomes reality! E Ink is the originator, pioneer, and commercial leader in ePaper technology. The Billerica Research & Development team is thriving and growing as we help develop products that are changing how people access information every day. We are seeking qualified candidates who are self-driven, looking to advance their career and become a high-impact player on a team.
Based on technology from MIT’s Media Lab, E Ink has transformed and defined the eReader market. Its Electrophoretic Display products make it the worldwide leader for ePaper. The Company’s corporate philosophy aims to deliver revolutionary products, user experiences and environmental benefits through advanced technology development.
Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives is fostered to create an inclusive work environment.
Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness.
We offer a competitive/generous benefits package that fits the needs of our employees. It includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.
ABOUT THE POSITION
E Ink is seeking a creative, highly motivated, and hands-on scientist to join our team to build cutting-edge instruments and measurement systems to support the adoption of E Ink displays in new applications. This role is central to the mission of advancing electrophoretic display technologies by deepening our fundamental understanding of all components of electrophoretic display systems and their interactions. As part of E Ink's Research team, you will also support new display product development by creating and running new test methods to lead materials research. Activities include developing new electro-optical tests and instruments as well as maintaining and improving existing ones, designing and executing electro-optical experiments, developing models and drive schemes to improve display performance, and furthering fundamental understanding of display performance. As a key team member, you will be expected to take on challenging exploratory projects that lead to product improvement and new products in a culture of open review and critical discussion. E Ink maintains a lean team where each member has strong visibility and responsibility to meet company goals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain existing and develop new electro-optical tests and instruments, including hardware, control electronics, and automation software to support R&D and product development across global teams
- Initiate, direct, and execute research of drive schemes, including hardware, for performance optimization and new product development
- Design and execute electro-optical experiments to characterize display performance
- Develop algorithms and drive schemes for general understanding of how displays work and to guide development of new display materials
- Work with and contribute to an agile, inspiring and supportive team to rapidly advance project goals and actively pursue contingency plans
- Create and document intellectual property
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. degree in Electrical / Computer Engineering, Physics, Applied Math or a related field plus 0-3 years of industrial experience or M.S. plus 2-5 years of industrial experience, or B.S. plus 5 or more years of industrial experience
- Proven track record of designing, building, and validating embedded systems and complex electronics for electrical or electro-optical test systems, from initial concept to deployment
- Proficiency with electronic laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, soldering equipment, power supplies etc.), along with data analysis and test automation tools
- Deep expertise in one or more of the following or related disciplines: hardware and electronics, optimization algorithms, signals and systems, and soft materials
- Strong problem-solving skills, with a track record of innovative solutions
- Self-directed, motivated, and hands-on personality. Ability to work in a fast-paced, open-minded highly interdisciplinary work environment. Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills
PREFERENCES
Experience with soft materials such as polymers and colloids and their electrical properties
BENEFITS
- Competitive total compensation package
- Medical, dental and vision on 1st day
- Company 401K match
- 20 PTO days
- Generous sick leave policy
- Casual day-to-day work environment
- Hybrid/flexible work environment (for some positions)
E Ink is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. E Ink is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, identity, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, disability, age, or on any basis prohibited by federal and state law.
SALARY RANGE DISCLOSURE: The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000, not including any variable pay. The total compensation package may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, and other variable pay components. The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate at the time of posting and may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
INTRODUCTION
Team up with the most innovative company where Imagination becomes reality! E Ink is the originator, pioneer, and commercial leader in ePaper technology. The Billerica Research & Development team is thriving and growing as we help develop products that are changing how people access information every day. We are seeking qualified candidates who are self-driven, looking to advance their career and become a high-impact player on a team.
Based on technology from MIT’s Media Lab, E Ink has transformed and defined the eReader market. Its Electrophoretic Display products make it the worldwide leader for ePaper. The Company’s corporate philosophy aims to deliver revolutionary products, user experiences and environmental benefits through advanced technology development.
Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives is fostered to create an inclusive work environment.
Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness.
We offer a competitive/generous benefits package that fits the needs of our employees. It includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.
ABOUT THE POSITION
E Ink is seeking a creative, highly motivated, and hands-on scientist to join our team to build cutting-edge instruments and measurement systems to support the adoption of E Ink displays in new applications. This role is central to the mission of advancing electrophoretic display technologies by deepening our fundamental understanding of all components of electrophoretic display systems and their interactions. As part of E Ink's Research team, you will also support new display product development by creating and running new test methods to lead materials research. Activities include developing new electro-optical tests and instruments as well as maintaining and improving existing ones, designing and executing electro-optical experiments, developing models and drive schemes to improve display performance, and furthering fundamental understanding of display performance. As a key team member, you will be expected to take on challenging exploratory projects that lead to product improvement and new products in a culture of open review and critical discussion. E Ink maintains a lean team where each member has strong visibility and responsibility to meet company goals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain existing and develop new electro-optical tests and instruments, including hardware, control electronics, and automation software to support R&D and product development across global teams
- Initiate, direct, and execute research of drive schemes, including hardware, for performance optimization and new product development
- Design and execute electro-optical experiments to characterize display performance
- Develop algorithms and drive schemes for general understanding of how displays work and to guide development of new display materials
- Work with and contribute to an agile, inspiring and supportive team to rapidly advance project goals and actively pursue contingency plans
- Create and document intellectual property
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. degree in Electrical / Computer Engineering, Physics, Applied Math or a related field plus 0-3 years of industrial experience or M.S. plus 2-5 years of industrial experience, or B.S. plus 5 or more years of industrial experience
- Proven track record of designing, building, and validating embedded systems and complex electronics for electrical or electro-optical test systems, from initial concept to deployment
- Proficiency with electronic laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, soldering equipment, power supplies etc.), along with data analysis and test automation tools
- Deep expertise in one or more of the following or related disciplines: hardware and electronics, optimization algorithms, signals and systems, and soft materials
- Strong problem-solving skills, with a track record of innovative solutions
- Self-directed, motivated, and hands-on personality. Ability to work in a fast-paced, open-minded highly interdisciplinary work environment. Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills
PREFERENCES
Experience with soft materials such as polymers and colloids and their electrical properties
BENEFITS
- Competitive total compensation package
- Medical, dental and vision on 1st day
- Company 401K match
- 20 PTO days
- Generous sick leave policy
- Casual day-to-day work environment
- Hybrid/flexible work environment (for some positions)
E Ink is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. E Ink is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, identity, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, disability, age, or on any basis prohibited by federal and state law.
SALARY RANGE DISCLOSURE: The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000, not including any variable pay. The total compensation package may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, and other variable pay components. The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate at the time of posting and may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Research Scientist
Align your credentials to the role's scientific field
TN classification requires your degree to match the research discipline of the position. A biochemistry degree won't support a materials science research role. Pull the job description's required qualifications before you apply and confirm the field-to-degree match.
Target employers with federal research funding
Universities, national laboratories, and pharmaceutical companies with federal grants frequently sponsor TN visas because they're experienced with work visa processes and understand the documentation requirements for specialty occupations. These employers are familiar with visa sponsorship generally and are less likely to stall at the offer stage.
Search TN-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Research Scientist openings by employers with recent visa filings, so you're spending your time on roles where the hiring team has demonstrated experience with visa sponsorship before you arrive at the interview.
Request a support letter that names your research area
The employer support letter must state your specific research function, not just your job title. CBP officers and consular officers look for explicit descriptions linking your duties to a scientific specialty, so generic letters frequently generate requests for additional documentation.
Clarify authorship and publications before your appointment
Canadian applicants presenting at the port of entry and Mexican applicants at a consulate both benefit from a publications list or conference proceedings that corroborate the specialty field. Officers use these documents to confirm the role demands a scientific specialist, not a generalist.
Negotiate TN renewal terms before accepting the offer
TN status is granted in up to three-year increments with no statutory limit on renewals. Confirm before signing that your employer will file renewal support letters each cycle and has a process in place, since continuity of research projects depends on uninterrupted status.
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Find Research Scientist JobsResearch Scientist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Research Scientist role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a natural, social, or applied science field and your work involves original investigation or development in that discipline. The TN category covers scientific roles where the degree requirement is specific to the field, not a general preference for any bachelor's degree. Roles like computational biologist, research chemist, or environmental scientist typically qualify. Generalist analyst positions that list a science degree as optional do not.
How does the TN visa compare to the H-1B for Research Scientist positions?
The TN has no annual lottery, no filing fee paid to USCIS for the petition itself, and no cap for Canadian citizens. H-1B registration closes each spring, and fewer than one in four registrants are selected. For a Research Scientist at a university or national lab, the TN is often faster and more predictable. The tradeoff is that TN doesn't allow dual intent, so it's not a direct path to a green card the way an H-1B can be.
Can I use Migrate Mate to find Research Scientist jobs with TN sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for roles at employers experienced with visa sponsorship. You can filter Research Scientist listings by employers with recent visa filings, which removes the guesswork of reaching out to companies unfamiliar with the sponsorship process. It's a more targeted starting point than a general job board.
What documents does a Research Scientist need for a TN application?
You'll need a valid Canadian or Mexican passport, a detailed employer support letter that names your research specialty and confirms the role requires your specific degree, and your academic credentials confirming the degree in the relevant scientific field. If your degree is in a different but related discipline, a credential evaluation from a recognized agency can help establish equivalency. Publications, project descriptions, or institutional affiliations that confirm your specialty are useful supporting documents.
Can a Canadian Research Scientist apply for TN status at the U.S. border?
Canadian citizens can apply for TN status at a designated port of entry or preclearance location without a prior visa stamp or consulate appointment. You present your documents directly to a CBP officer, who has authority to approve TN admission on the spot. Processing typically takes under two hours at major crossings, though bringing a comprehensive employer support letter and your credentials significantly reduces the chance of a secondary inspection or deferral.
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