Boston Scientific
Principal R&D Material Science Engineer
Boston Scientific, Osseo, Minnesota, United States, 55311
Principal R&D Material Science Engineer
Boston Scientific is looking for a Technical Leader in Biomedical Materials within the ICTx Science and Materials Department. Independently conducts development work related to Material Science as part of major research and/or development projects related to Interventional Cardiology Therapies (ICTx). Receives minimal technical direction/review on broad scope or complex projects related to material science, medical device engineering and biological systems. Work Mode: At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be in our Maple Grove, MN office at least three days per week. Your responsibilities will include: Supports test method development, designs experiment, executes experiments, and develops prototypes for new and/or existing innovations. Supports and successfully contributes to project teams through the following activities: product design and development, material evaluations, material research investigations, technical report preparation, and process/test documentation. Supports solutions to a variety of material research and material process challenges with a wide range of complexity where analysis of situations or data requires identifiable factors related to materials. Summarizes, analyzes, and draws conclusions from test results. Assists in troubleshooting new products/process problems related to design, materials of construction, or manufacturing processes. Applies the Technical Development Process (TDP)/Product Development Process (PDP) methodologies. Works cooperatively with process development, quality, manufacturing, regulatory, clinical, and marketing on projects of varying complexity to ensure project success. Assists the R&D teams with material selection, material research, material risks. Adheres to internal and external compliance standards, including related testing and documentation. Collaborating with a diverse set of cross functional stakeholders and global groups to define strategy for product material design and testing including processing aids, coatings, sterilization methods and vivo and vitro test methods. Identifies and evaluates new materials or technologies for application to products. Assists with managing the development projects with internal and external testing facilities. Working with project teams to provide detailed instructions for the preparation of the devices for testing. Provides the expertise to aid the R&D team with the selection of materials for existing and new medical devices across the division. Act as a technical liaison for ICTx R&D. In all actions, demonstrate a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance with all documented quality processes and procedures. Some travel may be required, expected to be less than 25%. Required qualifications: BS or higher in Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering degrees and/or BS or higher in chemistry, biology, or related biomedical related degree. Required minimum years of work experience (primarily in medical device or related field): 8+ years with BS, 5+ years with MS or PhD. Knowledge in materials sciences, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering over a broad range of medical device products/applications. Understanding of the global regulatory submission requirements/process for medical device submissions. Demonstrated capability to lead high performing technical teams through a structured approach to solving complex technical problems related to materials evaluations. Preferred qualifications: Depth of knowledge in materials science and problem-solving skills. Experience working in test labs with fixture design, test set ups, etc. Ability to research literature and develop clinical understanding. Familiar with international standards (IEC, ISO 10993, EN, AAMI, etc.). Familiar with Regulated Materials (RoHS, WEEE, REACH). Familiar with EPA standards (specifically PFAS regulations). Personal drive, individual accountability & a strong bias for action. Excellent organizational, communication and collaboration skills.
Boston Scientific is looking for a Technical Leader in Biomedical Materials within the ICTx Science and Materials Department. Independently conducts development work related to Material Science as part of major research and/or development projects related to Interventional Cardiology Therapies (ICTx). Receives minimal technical direction/review on broad scope or complex projects related to material science, medical device engineering and biological systems. Work Mode: At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be in our Maple Grove, MN office at least three days per week. Your responsibilities will include: Supports test method development, designs experiment, executes experiments, and develops prototypes for new and/or existing innovations. Supports and successfully contributes to project teams through the following activities: product design and development, material evaluations, material research investigations, technical report preparation, and process/test documentation. Supports solutions to a variety of material research and material process challenges with a wide range of complexity where analysis of situations or data requires identifiable factors related to materials. Summarizes, analyzes, and draws conclusions from test results. Assists in troubleshooting new products/process problems related to design, materials of construction, or manufacturing processes. Applies the Technical Development Process (TDP)/Product Development Process (PDP) methodologies. Works cooperatively with process development, quality, manufacturing, regulatory, clinical, and marketing on projects of varying complexity to ensure project success. Assists the R&D teams with material selection, material research, material risks. Adheres to internal and external compliance standards, including related testing and documentation. Collaborating with a diverse set of cross functional stakeholders and global groups to define strategy for product material design and testing including processing aids, coatings, sterilization methods and vivo and vitro test methods. Identifies and evaluates new materials or technologies for application to products. Assists with managing the development projects with internal and external testing facilities. Working with project teams to provide detailed instructions for the preparation of the devices for testing. Provides the expertise to aid the R&D team with the selection of materials for existing and new medical devices across the division. Act as a technical liaison for ICTx R&D. In all actions, demonstrate a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance with all documented quality processes and procedures. Some travel may be required, expected to be less than 25%. Required qualifications: BS or higher in Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering degrees and/or BS or higher in chemistry, biology, or related biomedical related degree. Required minimum years of work experience (primarily in medical device or related field): 8+ years with BS, 5+ years with MS or PhD. Knowledge in materials sciences, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering over a broad range of medical device products/applications. Understanding of the global regulatory submission requirements/process for medical device submissions. Demonstrated capability to lead high performing technical teams through a structured approach to solving complex technical problems related to materials evaluations. Preferred qualifications: Depth of knowledge in materials science and problem-solving skills. Experience working in test labs with fixture design, test set ups, etc. Ability to research literature and develop clinical understanding. Familiar with international standards (IEC, ISO 10993, EN, AAMI, etc.). Familiar with Regulated Materials (RoHS, WEEE, REACH). Familiar with EPA standards (specifically PFAS regulations). Personal drive, individual accountability & a strong bias for action. Excellent organizational, communication and collaboration skills.