Sterility Assurance Student Placement

Johnson Johnson; Ledston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is offering a 12-month placement in Leeds, Yorkshire, within the Quality/Sterility Assurance department of DePuy Synthes. You will gain hands-on experience across the full product lifecycle, from design through to terminal sterilization, collaborating with scientists, engineers and manufacturing teams.

You will support sterilization and contamination control programs, perform tests for cleanliness and sterility, and engage with global teams to implement new protocols.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree with a predicted 2:1 or above in a relevant field.
• Interest in healthcare, science and medical technology.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Support design engineers to develop instrumentation meeting cleaning and sterilization requirements.
• Support Sterility Assurance sterilization/contamination control programme.
• Perform tests to verify cleanliness and sterility of on-site manufactured products, including water testing and environmental monitoring of ISO Class 8 cleanrooms.
• Collaborate with vendors and external laboratories.
• Coordinate with global teams across the USA and Ireland to implement new ideas, protocols and processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Medical Engineering

Biomedical Sciences

Microbiology

Bioengineering

Related field

Job description

Duration: 12 months
Location: Leeds, Yorkshire
Sector: Medical Devices
Department: Quality/Sterility Assurance
DePuy Synthes create products that reconstruct diseased or damaged joints. These products change the lives of our patients and present unique and rewarding challenges for our engineering teams.
In this role, you'll support our Sterility Assurance team in helping ensure the safety and quality of medical implants and surgical instruments. Working alongside scientists, engineers, manufacturing teams, and external partners, you'll gain hands-on experience across the full product lifecycle, from design through to terminal sterilization.
You'll work on a variety of real-world projects, receive training and mentoring throughout the year, and have the opportunity to visit our Blackpool facility to broaden your experience and network.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Supporting design engineers to develop instrumentation that meets cleaning and sterilization requirements.
• Supporting Sterility Assurance Sterilization/Contamination Control Programme.
• Performing tests to ensure product manufactured on site is clean and sterile (this includes water testing and environmental monitoring of the ISO Class 8 cleanrooms).
• Working with vendors and external laboratories.
• Collaborating with global teams across the USA and Ireland to implement innovative ideas, protocols, and processes.

What We're Looking For

• Currently studying for a degree (predicted or achieved 2:1 or above ) in Medical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Microbiology, Bioengineering , or a related field.
• A curious and proactive mindset, with a genuine interest in healthcare, science, and medical technology.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and approach challenges confidently.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• A keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and an eagerness to learn and develop.

Why join us?

• Build real-world experience at one of the world's leading healthcare companies.
• Work on projects that have a real impact on business decisions
• Build your professional network across multiple business functions.
• Learn from experienced professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Take a meaningful step toward your future career while making a difference in patients' lives around the world.

Please note the assessment process will include an Assessment Centre, currently planned for January 2027.
Join us and help shape the future of healthcare.
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.