Material Scientist

Ivoclar NA • Town of Amherst, NY

4d • $95,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Materials Scientist supports research and product development initiatives in Ivoclar’s R&D laboratory, focusing on testing, characterization, and performance evaluation of dental materials, including restorative, adhesive, and prosthetic products. The role combines clinical experience with research, project management, and communication skills. The position also involves maintaining the research lab, including equipment calibration records and timely servicing.

Requirements

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Biomaterials, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a related field.
• 1–5 years of relevant experience in R&D or materials testing.
• 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.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills with 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; employer-sponsored visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience in the dental, medical device, or biomaterials industry.
• Familiarity with dental materials and ISO/ADA standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing and analysis of new and existing dental materials, including mechanical, chemical, and physical property evaluations.
• Prepare, process, and test samples for R&D projects in accordance with established protocols and international standards, including ISO, ADA, and ASTM.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Quality, Marketing, and Regulatory Affairs 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 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 dental congresses and Ivoclar events.
• Support Ivoclar Academy initiatives by creating scientific content and educational demonstrations.
• Manage the Ivoclar research lab, including maintaining equipment calibration records and arranging timely servicing.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute expertise while continuing to develop personally and professionally.
• Collaborative team focused on innovation, customer success, and advancing dentistry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level