Sr. Microbiologist

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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:

This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic and cross-functional team by supporting the qualification of new cleanrooms as well as the readiness and operation of the Microbiology Laboratory for the BSC Cartago site. The role is critical in establishing and updating microbiology and work environment procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, internal policies, and business objectives.

As a key contributor, this position will support the successful launch of transfer and new products, ensuring microbiological and cleanroom readiness. This position also plays a vital role in preparing the site for inspections by regulatory authorities and external audits.

If you're passionate about microbiology, operational excellence, and being at the forefront of site readiness, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.

Your Responsibilities Include:

· Serve senior matter expert on microbiology related topics, assuring the controlled environment areas and product meets documented requirements and that processes are controlled.

· Supports the Controlled Environment Rooms and critical systems (OFA & HPW) qualification processes.

· Establish and maintain the monitoring program of controlled environments.

· Maintain the finished goods microbiological testing program.

· Maintain the site´s water systems monitoring.

· Make sure all Microbiology Lab procedures meet corporate requirements, as well as international regulations such as QSR/GMPs and ISO 13485.

· Lead tasks related to Microbiology Investigation Systems, such as generation of metrics and monitoring the corrective and preventive actions feeder system.

· Oversee the validation of the Microbiology Lab´s new equipment.

· Review test results and reports.

· Supervise the Microbiology Lab´s technical and professional personnel.

· Create budgets for the Microbiology Lab.

· Coordinate the purchase of the equipment needed for the laboratory´s operation.

· Participate as internal auditor in ISO 13485 and GRS/GMPS.

· Act as Quality Engineer for Facilities related matters.

What We’re Looking For:

• Licenciature degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biology, Chemical , or Related Field 

• English Level required: B2:(80-89%).

• At least 5 years of experience in similar position

• Desired knowledge: Sterilization of medical devices, Microbiology Control for Cleanrooms, Microbiology testing validation and Cleanrooms Qualification.

• Desirable experience in ISO 13485, QSR/GMPs, Internal auditor experience is a plus.

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Requisition ID: 608339

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!