• R and D Product Development Scientist

    Ultradent Products Inc (Salt Lake City, UT)


    We are seeking an R&D Product Development Scientist to join our team at our headquarters in Salt Lake City. This position requires a drive to innovate and develop new materials in the dental industry. Experience in progressing ideas from concept to prototype and/or managing multiple projects from prototype to production is highly recommended. This person will be working mostly onsite in the South Jordan location, in state candidates will be given first priority. This position will report to the R and D Chemical Development Manager and will join a team of 6 other scientists in this particular part of a larger R and D group.

    JOB FUNCTIONS:

    + Backgrounds in polymeric materials, chemistry, biochemistry, biomedical, material science, chemical engineering, and/or a related field is preferred.

    + Develop, improve, and customize products and formulas

    + Explore, innovate, and create new chemistries, materials, and technologies

    + Design and implement experiments

    + Collaborate with a dynamic team to generate new products

    + Conduct research and remain current on applicable technologies

    + Scale up chemical synthesis and material batches from benchtop to production

    WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

    + B.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related scientific field with R&D experience is ideal

    + Experience with polymers, biomaterials and/or medical devices is preferred

    + Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written

    + Ability to effectively use computer software including Microsoft Office Suite

    WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:

    + Self-driven and motivated

    + Strong mechanical aptitude

    + Strong organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple priorities

    + Ability to effectively use laboratory and processing equipment

    + Passion for completing challenging projects

    + Strong analytical, deductive, and inductive reasoning abilities

    + Be able to work effectively as a part of a multi-functional team

     

    Ultradent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a global culture where differences and perspectives are sought after, welcomed, and embraced. We consider all qualified applicants fairly, based on their experience, skills, and potential to contribute to our team. Our core values – Integrity, care, quality, innovation, and hard work- guide us daily. These values, when balanced, shape our workplace culture and ensure that we remain focused on our vision while maintaining a professional and inclusive environment.  VEVRAA Federal Contractor: For more information please contact us at [email protected]

    WHY WORK AT ULTRADENT:

    Ultradent Products, Inc., is a collaborative and hard-working company with a 45-year history of innovation. Ours is a fun, fast-paced work environment dedicated to providing unique, solution-oriented products to dentists—and their patients—across the globe. Our company was built on a foundation of innovation, integrity, hard work, quality, and care, and we put those values into everything we do. We ask all colleagues to seek out the excluded, enhance the team, share feedback fearlessly, welcome feedback humbly, amplify all voices, and embrace our differences. Hear what some of our employees have to say #whyiultradent : https://youtu.be/UGpDHCaZ\_Yw.

    WHAT BENEFITS AND PERKS YOU'LL GET AT ULTRADENT:

    + Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 60 days)

    + Health Savings Account with employer contribution

    + 401K Plan with employer matching contribution

    + Employee access to discounted Ultradent products

    + Excellent Paid Time Off (PTO) and Medical Time Off (MTO) account to support medical and military events

    + Five days paid between Christmas and New Years

    + Education Assistance

    + Onsite Fitness Center