Research and Development Associate

Envista Holdings Corporation•Lubbock, TX

About The Position

Job Summary: The Research and Development (R&D) Associate is responsible for assisting and performing assigned tasks needed to support new product development and innovation. This role offers hands-on experience in R&D with an opportunity to contribute to real-world product launches and long-term innovation. Assigned tasks cover the entire product life cycle from concept to regulatory approval. Position reports to the Director of Research and Development. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in the design, execution, and analysis of experiments that drive product development in regenerative dentistry. Contribute to the optimization of materials, formulations, and processes for next-generation synthetic and biologics-based products. Maintain accurate research documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Help conduct literature reviews and market research to stay ahead of industry trends and inform innovation. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and marketing teams to bring ideas to market. Prepare protocols, technical reports, and presentations to communicate experimental results and progress. Support and gain experience in the testing needed to support regulatory submissions for new product clearance. Job Requirements: Job Requirements: Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Science, Materials Science, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields in the medical or natural sciences. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for innovation. Excellent communication skills—able to articulate ideas clearly in writing and verbally. Ability to work independently and thrive in a collaborative team environment. Preferred Qualification: Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Science, Materials Science, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields in the medical or natural sciences. Prior product development or research experience is a plus, but drive and curiosity matter most. Prior experience in FDA regulated industry. Prior experience with CAD systems. SUCCESSFUL TRAITS: A high achiever who wants to grow into a product development leader. Sees challenges as opportunities and is excited about shaping the future of regenerative dental care. Self-motivated and detail oriented. Values learning and is ready to take ownership of impactful tasks and assignments. Has a natural curiosity of how the world works and good intuition of physical processes. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage well through ambiguity and complexity. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively in a large organization. Sound judgment in handling difficult challenges and dealing with failed results. A talent for understanding how things fit together and intuition about the critical aspects of a result or process. #LI-MM1 IND123 Target Market Salary Range: Actual compensation packages take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location; skill sets; relevant education and certifications; depth of experience; performance; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed reasonable estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Envista, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401K match, and/or other applicable compensation plans. $60,700 - $88,300 Operating Company: Nobel Biocare Envista and all Envista Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “EEO is the Law” poster is available at: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/ compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. Envista and its family of companies (Envista) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Envista will consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes submitted by vendors such as search firms, staffing agencies, professional recruiters, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies (Agency) to have been referred by the Agency free of charge and Envista will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt such unsolicited resumes. An Agency must obtain advance written approval from Envista's internal Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract approved by the Global Talent Acquisition leader and in response to a specific job opening. Envista will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement and written approval in place. Envista is a global family of more than 30 trusted dental brands, united by a shared purpose: to partner with professionals to improve lives. Envista helps its customers deliver the best possible patient care through industry-leading dental consumables, solutions, technology, and services. Our comprehensive portfolio, including dental implants and treatment options, orthodontics, and digital imaging technologies, covers an estimated 90% of dentists' clinical needs for diagnosing, treating, and preventing dental conditions as well as improving the aesthetics of the human smile. Envista companies, including DEXIS, Kerr, Nobel Biocare and Ormco, partner with dental professionals to help them deliver the best possible patient care. Envista became an independent company in 2019. We brought with us the proven Envista Business System (EBS) methodology, an experienced leadership team, and a strong culture grounded in continuous improvement, commitment to innovation, and deep customer focus to meet the end-to-end needs of dental professionals worldwide. Envista is now one of the largest global dental products companies, with significant market positions in some of the most attractive segments of the dental products industry. For more information, please visit www.envistaco.com.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Science, Materials Science, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields in the medical or natural sciences.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for innovation.
Excellent communication skills—able to articulate ideas clearly in writing and verbally.
Ability to work independently and thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Science, Materials Science, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields in the medical or natural sciences.
Prior product development or research experience is a plus, but drive and curiosity matter most.
Prior experience in FDA regulated industry.
Prior experience with CAD systems.

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, execution, and analysis of experiments that drive product development in regenerative dentistry.
Contribute to the optimization of materials, formulations, and processes for next-generation synthetic and biologics-based products.
Maintain accurate research documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Help conduct literature reviews and market research to stay ahead of industry trends and inform innovation.
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and marketing teams to bring ideas to market.
Prepare protocols, technical reports, and presentations to communicate experimental results and progress.
Support and gain experience in the testing needed to support regulatory submissions for new product clearance.