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About the Role
The Materials Scientist will support research and product development by testing, characterizing, and evaluating dental materials. This role requires a blend of clinical experience, research background, project management, and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Conduct testing and analysis of new and existing dental materials, including mechanical, chemical, and physical property evaluations.
- Support R&D projects by preparing, processing, and testing samples following established protocols and international standards (ISO, ADA, ASTM).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide technical insights on product performance and material behavior.
- Maintain accurate records of experiments, results, and technical data in compliance with GLP and internal quality procedures.
- Participate in root cause analysis and product improvement initiatives.
- Assist in developing and validating new testing methods and equipment to support innovation projects.
- Stay current with emerging technologies, trends, and scientific literature in dental biomaterials and related fields.
- Present findings and recommendations through technical reports, presentations, and internal meetings.
- Present scientific data at various dental congresses and Ivoclar events.
- Support initiatives to Ivoclar Academy by creating scientific content and demonstrations for education purposes.
- Manage Ivoclar research lab via maintain records of equipment calibrations and timely services.
Requirements
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Biomaterials, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or related field.
- 1–5 years of relevant experience in R&D or materials testing, preferably in the dental, medical device, or biomaterials industry.
- Hands-on experience with analytical and testing instruments such as universal testing machines, rheometers, FTIR, SEM, and spectrophotometers.
- Strong understanding of structure–property relationships in polymers, ceramics, and composites.
- Familiarity with dental materials and ISO/ADA standards is an asset.
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced environment.
- Strong computer skills with various programs for data analysis and statistics.
- Familiarity with AI-driven solutions.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
- This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Skills
- Scientific curiosity
- Problem-solving mindset
- Attention to detail
- Laboratory accuracy
- Project management
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Commitment to safety
- Commitment to quality
- Commitment to innovation
- Analytical skills
- Documentation skills
- Communication skills
- Computer skills
- Data analysis
- Statistics
Location
- Amherst, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1-5 years
Education Level
- Master's or Ph.D.
Salary/Compensations
- $95,000-$125,000
About the Company
- Ivoclar has been a leader in dentistry for over a century and is one of the world’s leading dental companies.
- Our integrated solutions are helping to improve the state of oral health throughout the world.
- We share one mission: Making People Smile!
- At Ivoclar, you'll have the opportunity to contribute your expertise while continuing to develop both personally and professionally.
- As an international family-owned company with a long-term perspective, we recognize that our employees are the driving force behind our success.
- Join a collaborative team that is passionate about innovation, customer success, and advancing the future of dentistry.
Equal Opportunity
- Ivoclar is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.