Principal Scientist, Polymers
About The Position
At Mammotome, one of Danaher’s operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. At Mammotome, our expertise and compassion for breast care makes us the indispensable partner to physicians, clinicians and patients. Our drive for developing innovative technology is rivaled only by our compassion for the people we serve, from the clinicians and surgeons who demand consistently precise solutions, to the patients and families seeking peace of mind. When you join our company, you join in the fight against breast cancer. Working at Mammotome means you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse, hardworking, high-performing team committed to improving patient outcomes. As a trusted leader in breast cancer diagnostics, we invite you to join us and support products you can feel passionate about! The Principal Scientist, Polymers is responsible for leading high‑impact materials science and polymer engineering initiatives across complex, cross‑functional product development programs, from early concept through commercialization, while driving innovation, risk mitigation, and strategic technical decision‑making for implantable medical devices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
- Deep expertise in bioabsorbable polymer materials, including degradation behavior, structure–property relationships, and application in implantable medical devices.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross‑functional engineering projects.
- Extensive experience in medical device development, including regulatory and product lifecycle considerations.
- Long‑standing experience in polymer science, materials development, and manufacturing processes.
- Ability to travel up to 20%, including domestic and international travel, with typical assignments of 2–5 days.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering or materials discipline.
- Project management certification and/or Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
Responsibilities
- Provide scientific and technical leadership for high‑risk, high‑impact development programs involving bioabsorbable polymer‑based implantable devices.
- Develop and execute polymer material science and degradation strategies aligned with product performance, manufacturability, regulatory requirements, and lifecycle needs.
- Serve as a technical lead for cross‑functional teams across R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and Clinical functions.
- Drive innovation through polymer chemistry, formulation, processing, and materials characterization.
- Mentor engineers and act as a trusted technical advisor to senior leadership.
Benefits
- paid time off
- medical/dental/vision insurance
- 401(k)
- bonus/incentive pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
