Microbiologist II, Heredia TURNO B

Additional Location(s): Costa Rica-Heredia

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

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Hybrid Roles:

Boston Scientific's hybrid workplace includes Working From Home and onsite. You will have the opportunity to discuss details in the interview. 

About the role

Perform microbiological testing, as per approved procedures and protocols; summarize results on reports or validations. Validate new or existing equipment to assure compliance with regulatory biocompatibility and microbiology standards.

Your responsibilities include:

• Support testing related to the monitoring program of controlled environments and water system of the Costa Rica site.
• Contribute as matter expert on biocompatibility, sterilization and microbiology, assuring the product meets documented requirements and that processes are controlled.
• Perform or participate in the validation of the Microbiology Lab´s equipment.
• Contribute to maintenance of the Sterilization Dosage audit program.
• Support the   Bioburden and Endotoxin (LAL) program tests of finished goods.
• Assure proper supply of reagents and materials required for lab operation.
• Support tasks related to microbiology investigation systems, such as generation of metrics and monitoring the corrective and preventive actions feeder system (OOS, CAPA).
• Act as Microbiology expert and or Quality Engineer for Facilities related matters.
• Act as Microbiology Laboratory Regent.
• Support Microbiology laboratory daily operations (reports review, test coordination, inventory management, metrics performance, etc.)
• Support as microbiology expert the transfer, modification, improvement and validation of product devices.
• Contribute to ensure microbiology lab procedures are updated.
• Support calibration and maintenance program of microbiology equipment
• Support internal and external audits.

In all actions, demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.

For those individuals that supervise others, the following statements are applicable:

• Assures that appropriate resources (personnel, tools, etc.) are maintained in order to assure Quality System compliance and adherence to the BSC Quality Policy.
• Establishes and promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or above in Microbiology.
• 2 years of related work experience
• English Level desire B2+ 80-90%
• Technical Skill in ISO 13485
• Experience in the Medical Device Industry
• Please Submit resume in English
• Affiliated to the Colegio de Microbiólogos y Químicos Clínicos de Costa Rica

Requisition ID: 587637

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

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At Boston Scientific, you will find a collaborative culture driven by a passion for innovation that keeps us connected on the most essential level. With determination, imagination, and a deep caring for human life, we’re solving some of the most important healthcare industry challenges. Together, we’re one global team committed to making a difference in people’s lives around the world. This is a place where you can find a career with meaningful purpose—improving lives through your life’s work.