Sr. Research Scientist

Kerr Dental; Pomona (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerr Dental is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to drive innovation of dental consumables through rigorous research of new technologies. You will lead design experiments that confirm product performance, reliability and shelf life, enabling strong product offerings.

The candidate will mentor research associates, work onsite five days per week in Pomona, CA, and apply good laboratory practices, standard tests, and data analysis to support NPD and lifecycle projects in a fast-paced, regulated

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree with 3 years of industrial laboratory experience or Master’s with 5 years in medical device/pharma and 2 years in dental industry.
• Ability to work onsite five days per week.
• Skilled in conducting standard chemical or physical testing.
• Experience applying good laboratory practices.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English.
• Good interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Actively seeks new technologies and product features for innovation activities for the assigned product category and other dental chemical consumables products that could translate into new product offerings.
• Creates research activities outline (design of experiments) and schedule according to the company’s timetable and establishes daily or weekly routines necessary to meet the project timetable.
• Develops in-depth knowledge and deep understanding (Subject Matter Expert /SME) of the assigned category with a good understanding of at least one adjacent category.
• Provides input and support in the planning of assigned category strategic roadmap.
• Leads R&D activities as part of design control/design change projects within assigned product categories with limited guidance from senior members.
• Maintains proficiency in New Product Development (NPD) tollgate and design change to independently prepare and execute activities (example: test methods, design verification protocol and report, ECR memo, etc.)
• Leads NPD feasibility work and provides support on sustaining projects at moderate to high complexity within assigned categories.
• Provide mentoring/coaching to research associates and research chemists.
• Represent R&D in product risk management activities (documentation of risk identification, mitigation verification, etc.)
• Carries out experiments using appropriate equipment, techniques, and protocols.
• Applies good laboratory practices.
• Leads and/or executes experiments that scientifically confirm product performance, reliability, and shelf life.
• Identifies deficiencies and modifies/improves existing procedures.
• Expected to participate with significant contribution in at least a combination of two product launches or life-cycle management (sustaining) projects with medium to high impact/complexity level.
• Applies scientific theory to reach conclusions based on data analysis.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures including quality, complaint handling, and safety.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities through the Envista Business System (EBS) including Kaizens, 5S events, Standard Work workshops, Kanban, and Kamishibai.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Good laboratory practices

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Effective verbal and written English

Interpersonal and collaborative skills

Organizational and time management

Prioritization

Education

Doctoral degree in chemistry/polymers/related fields

Master’s degree in chemistry/polymers/related fields

Job description

The Sr. Research Scientist will be primarily responsible for driving innovation of dental consumables through the research of new technologies. The role will lead design experiments that scientifically confirm product performance, reliability, and shelf life.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Actively seeks new technologies, and product features as part of innovation activities for the assigned product category and other dental chemical consumables products that could translate into new product offerings.
• Creates research activities outline (design of experiments) and schedule according to the company’s timetable and establishes daily or weekly routines necessary to meet the project timetable.
• Develops in-depth knowledge and deep understanding (Subject Matter Expert /SME) of the assigned category with a good understanding of at least one adjacent category.
• Provides input and support in the planning of assigned category strategic roadmap.
• Leads R&D activities as part of design control/design change projects within assigned product categories with limited guidance from senior members.
• Maintains proficiency in New Product Development (NPD) tollgate and design change to independently prepare and execute activities (example: test methods, design verification protocol and report, ECR memo, etc.)
• Leads NPD feasibility work and provides support on sustaining projects at moderate to high complexity within assigned categories.
• Provide mentoring/coaching to research associates and research chemists.
• Represent R&D in product risk management activities (documentation of risk identification, mitigation verification, etc.)
• Carries out experiments using appropriate equipment, techniques, and protocols.
• Applies good laboratory practices.
• Leads and/or executes experiments that scientifically confirm product performance, reliability, and shelf life.
• Identifies deficiencies and modifies/improves existing procedures.
• Expected to participate with significant contribution in at least a combination of two product launches or life-cycle management (sustaining) projects with medium to high impact/complexity level.
• Applies scientific theory to reach conclusions based on data analysis.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures including quality, complaint handling, and safety.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities through the Envista Business System (EBS) including Kaizens, 5S events, Standard Work workshops, Kanban, and Kamishibai.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Required

• Doctoral degree in chemistry, polymer, or related fields with 3 years of industrial laboratory OR
• Master’s degree in chemistry, polymer, or related fields required with 5 years within the medical device or pharmaceutical industry and at least 2 years in the dental industry.
• Ability to work onsite five days per week.
• Skilled in conducting standard chemical or physical testing.
• Experience in applying good laboratory practices.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Good interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize.

LOCATION

• In-office 5-days per week
• Pomona, CA

Physical Demands:

• Works in a chemical laboratory and/or manufacturing environment with the required Personal Protection Equipment (PPE).
• Works in the presence of human and animal teeth.
• Frequently uses hands and fingers.
• Occasionally reaches up/down with arms.
• Occasionally bends and stoops.
• Occasionally walks and stands.
• Occasionally sits.
• Occasionally lifts and carries up to 15 lbs.

Actual compensation packages take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location; skill sets; relevant education and certifications; depth of experience; performance; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed reasonable estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Envista, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401K match, and/or other applicable compensation plans.

$120,000 - $160,000

Operating company:Kerr

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