| Location | Salt Lake City, UT |
| Salary | $165,000–$188,000 |
SENIOR MANAGER MATERIALS SCIENCE & INNOVATION FT
JOB OVERVIEW
Seeking an experienced Senior Manager to lead advanced materials science initiatives, drive innovation in medical device development, and manage multidisciplinary teams supporting global healthcare products. This role combines technical leadership, strategic planning, stakeholder management, and team development within a highly matrixed environment.
POSITION DETAILS
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (4 days in office, work from home Fridays)
Industry: Medical Devices / Healthcare Technology
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Management
Travel: Occasional
Relocation Assistance: Available for ideal candidates
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Base Salary: $165,000 - $188,000 per year
Bonus Eligible: Yes
Benefits: Full Benefits Package
Interview Travel Reimbursed: Yes
Overtime Eligible: No
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and develop teams of scientists, engineers, and technical professionals
Drive materials selection, development, testing, and qualification programs
Manage complex R&D and materials science projects across multiple business units
Provide technical leadership for laboratory testing and material characterization activities
Influence cross-functional stakeholders across R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Regulatory teams
Support strategic planning and long-term innovation initiatives
Ensure compliance with medical device standards and regulatory requirements
REQUIREMENTS
PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering (Materials Focus), or related scientific discipline
Minimum 12 years post-graduate experience in materials science or related field
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Medical device industry experience
Leadership of teams (6 8 direct reports)
Minimum 3 years of people management experience
Experience within large matrix organizations
Record of publications, patents, or peer-reviewed research
Advanced laboratory and technical troubleshooting expertise
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Materials characterization and analytical testing
HPLC, DMA, TGA, FTIR, DSC
SEM, EDX, AFM, XPS
GPC, ICP-MS, Atomic Absorption
NMR, Rheology, Cyclic Voltammetry
Mechanical testing and laboratory methods
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills required
Proven problem-solving and leadership capabilities essential
COVID-19 requirements may apply based on location and business needs
Opportunity to influence innovation within a global healthcare technology environment