Schaumburg, United States of AmericaMid · 2-5 years
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About this role
Are you interested in working in an R&D environment? Are you interested in supporting product development? If you have a strong interest in science and industry, we want to talk to you!
We are seeking a R&D Technician to join our R&D team. Individuals should have an interest in supporting scientific projects and laboratory testing, have good written and verbal communication skills, be independently motivated, and be computer proficient.
This position will be required to work out of the Schaumburg, IL office.
Salary range: $44K-$52K, commensurate with experience
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, HRA and FSA, short and long-term disability, life insurance, pet insurance, PTO, 401(k) profit-sharing with match, potential year-end bonuses. This person is ideally:
Respectful, positive, and a team player
Adaptable, approachable, and always smiling
Willing to learn and a quick learner
Goal-driven, organized and detail-oriented
RESPONSIBILITIES
The job responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to:
Assist in preparing formulations for dental materials (e.g., adhesives, composites, etc.)
Assist in preparing dental specimens for material testing
Conduct material characterization, physical property, application, and analytical testing
Documentation of laboratory experiments
Provide technical support, training, and general information on laboratory activities
Assist in the maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment and instruments
Assist in laboratory cleanliness via 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain) activities
Conduct work in a safe and effective manner in accordance with all HSE requirements.
Participate in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) initiatives
Comply with BISCO policies and procedures
Perform other laboratory duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
High School Diploma or GED
General computer skills (Windows, email, internet); proficient in MS Office applications (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel); able to learn and use business software applications
Able to use or learn to use laboratory equipment, instruments, and lab notebooks
Able to communicate technical information
Preferred
Associate Degree
Previous experience in medical device or testing laboratories
Previous experience in handling chemicals
Experience with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
WHY BISCO, INC.?
Bisco, Inc. stands out because of our culture and core values:
Respectful – Professional. Humble. Considerate.
Positive – Friendly. Inclusive. Curious.
Team Player – Helpful. Cooperative. Flexible.
Agility of a small company but the stability of a big company
Industry-leading dental restorative products
Broad exposure to activities across the company
Family-oriented environment with positive team players
Approachable, respectful, and down-to-earth people
Long-tenured employees to whom the leadership is committed
Employees feel valued and are proud to be a part of the company
Monthly whole-company fun events!
Since 1981, BISCO has provided innovative dental restorative products to dental customers around the world. Our primary focus is adhesive and composite technology. Located northwest of Chicago in Schaumburg, our ISO 13485 certified facility includes on-site manufacturing and research. Our privately-owned organization provides the opportunity for a close-knit environment that encourages inter-departmental collaboration. For more about us, please visit our website at www.bisco.com.
Please include a cover letter, along with your resume, and explain why you are interested in our company, how you learn best, and whether you have used laboratory equipment, testing methods or technical tools in your previous experience.
This is an excellent opportunity to make an impact and to grow professionally, while contributing to the company’s success!
