James E. Murphy
Consultant & Chief Scientist: innovating in the display, lighting and solar cell sectors, passionate about physical chemistry and leadership
- Role
- Chief Scientist at Dominion Harbor Group
- Location
- Schenectady, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About James E. Murphy
Chief Scientist with extensive experience in technical leadership, R&D, and driving transition of advanced material science into profitable commercial realities. Expertise spans displays, lighting, solar cells, and medical imaging. Proven track record of leading technical teams to translate science to scale and deliver business value. Adept at identifying and securing valuable IP, coaching and mentoring junior staff, and using technical intuition to anticipate market challenges and prioritize development efforts toward customer-preferred prototypes. Strong communication skills and technical credibility have been pivotal in influencing customers worldwide and driving new business development. An inventor with over 50 patents, 70 publications, and 80 invited conference presentations. Core Competencies | Product Development and Optimization | Program Execution | Materials Program Innovation, Vision, and Strategic Leadership | LCD Displays / Lighting / Medical Imaging / Solar / Coatings | R&D, Production, National Lab, and Academia Experience | Materials Synthesis and Processing
Experience
Chief Scientist
Apr 2025 — Present
Drives scientific strategy across company’s global IP licensing and technology platforms. Collaborates with executive licensing teams to identify emerging technologies and align innovation with business goals. Oversees technical operations and external collaborations for Edison Innovations, a Dominion subsidiary that develops and licenses inorganic materials technology.
Education
University of Colorado Boulder
Ph.D. Physical Chemistry
Franklin & Marshall College
B.A., Chemistry
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