R&D Research Scientist
Bisco
Full-time
On-site
Schaumburg, Illinois, United States
$78,000 - $92,000 USD yearly
Science & Research
We are seeking a Research Scientist that is ready to leverage their research and technology experience in a dynamic and collaborative workplace environment.
The Research Scientist will be responsible for leading fundamental research and investigation of new technologies to aid our product development process. This will include serving as a technical lead during early phases of development and working with project managers and other members to effectively drive product development, along with mentoring less experienced scientists.
This position will be required to work out of the Schaumburg, IL office.
Salary range: $78K to $92K commensurate with experience
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, HRA and FSA, short and long-term disability, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) profit-sharing with match, potential year-end bonuses.
This person is ideally:
The job responsibilities of this Research Scientist may include, but are not limited to:
QUALIFICATIONS
Bisco, Inc. stands out because of our culture and core values:
This is an excellent opportunity to make an impact and to grow professionally, while contributing to the company’s success!
EOE
No agencies, please
The Research Scientist will be responsible for leading fundamental research and investigation of new technologies to aid our product development process. This will include serving as a technical lead during early phases of development and working with project managers and other members to effectively drive product development, along with mentoring less experienced scientists.
This position will be required to work out of the Schaumburg, IL office.
Salary range: $78K to $92K commensurate with experience
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, HRA and FSA, short and long-term disability, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) profit-sharing with match, potential year-end bonuses.
This person is ideally:
- Respectful, positive, and a team player
- Adaptable, approachable, and always smiling
- Willing to learn and a quick learner
- Goal-driven, organized and detail-oriented
The job responsibilities of this Research Scientist may include, but are not limited to:
- Product Development (PD)
- Serve as a technical representative on PD projects
- Serve as independent technical reviewer for other PD projects
- Technology Development (TD)
- Assess current dental technologies and generate new ideas
- Lead TD projects toward the investigation and development of new technologies or product concepts
- Conduct fundamental research including synthesis of new organic and inorganic dental materials
- Operate and analyze data from laboratory equipment within mechanical, rheometry, microscopy, spectroscopy, and other relevant dental-specific testing
- Technical Support
- Provide scientific support and conduct testing for existing products and competitor products
- Serve as technical lead on investigations for product nonconformities
- Serve as technical lead on design change projects
- Serve as liaison with external contract research organizations
- Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE)
- Comply and support our HSE protocols and procedures, identify improvements, and participate in related initiatives
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in physical or life sciences (preferably chemistry). PhD preferred.
- 5+ years’ work experience, preferably in R&D of medical devices or organic synthesis.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment software.
- General computer skills (Windows) and proficiency in MS Office applications.
- Technical writing ability.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. and do not now, and will not in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status to work for our company.
Bisco, Inc. stands out because of our culture and core values:
- Respectful – Professional. Humble. Considerate.
- Positive – Friendly. Inclusive. Curious.
- Team Player – Helpful. Cooperative. Flexible.
- Agility of a small company but the stability of a big company
- Industry-leading dental restorative products
- Broad exposure to activities across the company
- Family-oriented environment with positive team players
- Approachable, respectful, and down-to-earth people
- Long-tenured employees to whom the leadership is committed
- Employees feel valued and are proud to be a part of the company
- Monthly whole-company fun events!
This is an excellent opportunity to make an impact and to grow professionally, while contributing to the company’s success!
EOE
No agencies, please