MICROBIOLOGO SR

Medtronic; Tijuana; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Medtronic seeks an experienced Microbiology Specialist to lead a new international laboratory implementation and coordinate global teams. You will conduct microbiology work, validate test methods, and ensure regulatory alignment while driving project success.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree, advanced English, and strong collaboration skills. The role emphasizes process validation, equipment installation, and documentation in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with strong biology background.
• Advanced English (spoken and written) for global teams and meetings.
• Proven experience in test method validation and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of an international laboratory and coordinate cross-functional activities.
• Perform microbiology lab activities to support new lab implementation.
• Identify and validate targets and study biological materials and processes.

Skills

Advanced English

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder coordination

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

A Day in the Life

Lead the implementation of a new international laboratory, coordinating cross-functional activities with Regulatory Affairs and Design Engineering to assess and implement the required changes. The role will also perform microbiology laboratory activities as needed to support the successful implementation and operation of the new laboratory. Advanced English proficiency, strong project management skills, cross-functional collaboration, and effective stakeholder coordination are required.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Identifies and validates molecular targets that play a key role in a particular disease process.
• Studies origin, relationship, development, anatomy, functions, and chemical processes of living organisms; this may include studies in the growth, structure, and development of bacteria and other microorganisms.
• Conducts research to determine the effects of materials such as nutrients, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.
• Analyzes materials to determine their toxic or nontoxic properties, binding and efficacy.
• Isolates or purifies analyses, and identifies hormones, minerals, proteins, and/or cultures of microorganisms to determine their biological properties.
• Examines chemical aspects of formation of antibodies and conducts research into chemistry of cells and cell division.
• May identify and produce small quantities of new drugs, pharmaceutical compounds and/or nutrients.

TECHNICAL SPECIALIST CAREER STREAM:

An individual contributor with responsibility in our technical functions to advance existing technology or introduce new technology and therapies. Formulates, delivers and/or manages projects assigned and works with other stakeholders to achieve desired results. May act as a mentor to colleagues or may direct the work of other lower level professionals. The majority of time is spent delivering R&D, systems or initiatives related to new technologies or therapies – from design to implementation - while adhering to policies, using specialized knowledge and skills.

DIFFERENTIATING FACTORS

Autonomy:

Seasoned individual contributor.
Works independently under limited supervision to determine and develop approach to solutions.
Coaches and reviews the work of lower level specialists; may manage projects / processes.

Organizational Impact:

May be responsible for entire projects or processes within job area.
Contributes to the completion of work group objectives, through building relationships and consensus to reach agreements on assignments.

Innovation and Complexity:

Problems and issues faced are difficult, and may require understanding of multiple issues, job areas or specialties.
Makes improvements of processes, systems or products to enhance performance of the job area.
Analysis provided is in-depth in nature and often provides recommendations on process improvements.

Communication and Influence:

Communicates with senior internal and external customers and vendors.
Exchange information of facts, statuses, ideas and issues to achieve objective, and influence decision-making.

Leadership and Talent Management:

May provide guidance, coaching and training to other employees within job area.
May manage projects, requiring delegation of work and review of others' work product.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree
• 4 years of experience in microbiology
• Advanced proficiency in English (spoken and written), with the ability to interact effectively with global teams and participate in technical and regulatory meetings.
• Proven experience in test method validation, including development, execution, data analysis, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge and experience in the transfer of methods, equipment, and laboratory processes, ensuring efficient implementation in compliance with quality requirements.
• Experience in the installation, qualification, and commissioning of laboratory equipment and infrastructure.
• Solid knowledge of the preparation, review, and implementation of procedures, work instructions, and controlled laboratory documentation.
• Knowledge of quality systems applicable to regulated laboratories and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for conveying technical information, leading meetings, training personnel, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to lead projects, solve complex problems, and work effectively in dynamic, results-oriented environments.

Key competencies:

• Leadership and influence.
• Analytical thinking and a problem-solving approach.
• Project planning and management.
• Effective communication.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.

Value-add:

Previous experience in regulated laboratories, implementation of new technologies, validations, international transfer activities, and participation in laboratory expansion or establishment projects will be valued.

Physical Job Requirements:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).