Principal Scientist, Polymers
About The Position
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. This position reports to the Director, Engineering and is part of the Engineering organization, located in Cincinnati, Ohio and will be an on‑site role. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: 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.
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.
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)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
