Sr. R&D Engineer

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

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.           

About the role

Boston Scientific Interventional Oncology & Embolization (IO&E) is the market leader in therapeutics and tools for interventional radiologists, featuring Y90 microspheres, ablation devices, embolic devices and a selection of ancillary products.

We are looking for a dynamic Senior R&D Engineer to support the growing TheraSphere Y90 franchise. In this role, you will make important contributions to support and lead new product development and exploratory initiatives on the TheraSphere Y90 R&D team. You will help drive the translation of emerging clinical insights and advanced technologies into next-generation therapies, expanding the therapeutic applications of radioembolization beyond current standards of care.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Successfully completes scientific and technical work in one or more of the following: exploratory research, technology development, product design and development, test of materials, preparation of specifications, research investigation (animal and clinical studies), and report preparation.
• May interface with Physicians to identify needs and to obtain feedback on concepts and performance of new devices and to translate customer needs into product concepts.
• Evaluate scientific literature in support of new concepts or products, determining emerging technology and clinical trends, and sharing learnings with R&D and cross-functional teams.
• Develops solutions to diverse engineering problems of high complexity which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Leverages internal/external partners as necessary to achieve project objectives. 
• Conduct feasibility studies, develop prototypes, and perform testing and validation to optimize product designs.
• Investigate failure modes, perform root cause analyses, and develop solutions to address technical challenges. Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and standards.
• Prepare and review engineering documentation, including technical reports, design history files, and regulatory submissions. Present project updates and technical insights to stakeholders.
• May contribute to the support of clinical trials, including development of clinical trial documentation, engagement with the FDA, and providing on-site support as needed during trial enrollment.
• Contribute to intellectual property strategy and develop new intellectual property. 
• Work independently to plan and schedule own activities necessary to meet timelines.
• Creates a strong team culture around high expectations and high performance. 
• May train and/or provide work direction to technicians or junior engineers.

Required qualifications:

• BS or above in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of engineering experience with a bachelor’s degree, 4+ years with a master’s degree, or 2+ years with a PhD.

• Experience leading Exploratory projects to develop new Technologies or Therapies where there are many unknowns – comfortable operating in grey space.
• Passion for understanding and solving problems with an ability to quickly learn and understand complex technical, scientific, and clinical subject matter.

• Exhibits excellent communication and presentation skills, with an ability to build credibility with internal and external experts in the medical space.
• A driven individual who is proactive and takes accountability to work effectively with global cross-functional team members to plan, schedule and execute activities necessary to meet business objectives and project timelines.

Preferred qualifications: 

• PhD or MS in an Engineering discipline with academic or industry experience in cancer research and/or development of cancer therapies.

• Strong scientific and technical writing skills, exemplified by a proven ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts through scientific publications, regulatory submissions, or similar documents.

Requisition ID: 614471 

Minimum Salary: $ 82600 

Maximum Salary: $ 156900 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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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!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.