WellNow Urgent Care · 7 hours ago
Manager, Research, Development and Innovation
Chicago, Illinois
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$90K/yr - $105K/yr
2+ years expWellNow Urgent Care is part of The Aspen Group, a leading retail healthcare business support organization in the U.S. They are seeking a hands-on R&D Manager to lead materials and manufacturing innovation for the Aspen Dental brand. This role focuses on applied materials science, process development, and technology evaluation to create scalable, production-ready solutions.
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Responsibilities
Lead R&D initiatives centered on material performance, process development, and manufacturing innovation
Evaluate new materials, equipment, and manufacturing technologies with an eye toward scalability, reliability, and real-world performance
Work closely with Manufacturing, Design, Procurement, and Clinical partners to move concepts from early evaluation into implementation
Design and execute material testing, validation activities, and process trials using sound scientific and engineering methods
Collaborate directly with external vendors, suppliers, and technology partners to assess materials, hardware, and platforms
Provide technical insight into material behavior, failure modes, and process limitations to support informed design and manufacturing decisions
Develop clear technical documentation, test protocols, and reports, including summaries tailored for leadership and business stakeholders
Support continuous improvement efforts related to material utilization, manufacturability, and cost optimization
Manage multiple R&D projects at once, balancing priorities based on business impact and readiness
Stay current on advances in materials science, additive manufacturing, and regulated manufacturing technologies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related technical field (Master's preferred)
2+ years of experience in R&D, materials engineering, or process development within a regulated or high-reliability manufacturing environment
Strong working knowledge of materials science, including polymers, resins, composites, or advanced manufacturing materials
Experience leading cross-functional technical projects from evaluation through implementation
Solid analytical skills with the ability to design experiments, interpret results, and solve complex problems
Ability to translate technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for business and operations teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Experience in dental products, additive manufacturing, or similar regulated industries
Familiarity with validation, testing, and documentation practices aligned with FDA, ISO, or comparable regulatory standards
Experience working with external vendors or technology partners
Prior project or people leadership experience
Benefits
Paid time off
Health
Dental
Vision
401(k) savings plan with match
Company
WellNow Urgent Care
WellNow Urgent Care is one of the fastest-growing providers of urgent medical care, virtual care, occupational health services and clinical research in the United States.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$81.34MKey Investors
CrestlinePetra Capital Partners
2018-10-12Series D· $18M
2016-02-26Series C· $23M
2014-05-21Series B· $5.34M
Leadership Team
Amanda Mahatzke, CHCR
Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner
Arianne Dibba
Talent Acquisition Partner
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