Laboratory Tech - S2

Boston Scientific; California (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Scientific is seeking a Laboratory Tech – S2 (Lab Tech II) to perform a variety of chemical, biological, or microbiological analyses in support of the quality program. You will interpret results, recommend corrective actions, and develop/modify analytical methods for efficiency.

The role involves training across automated instrumentation and may include transfer of methodology from R&D, with responsibilities including sample handling, test result archival, and ensuring adherence to GMP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in biology or microbiology with 3+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of GMP, CAPAs and Quality Assurance.
• Equipment such as dry bath, pH meters, incubators, air tester and other laboratory tools.
• Media preparation, solutions, and dilutions.
• Microbiological tests such as Bioburden, BET, Environmental Monitoring, Bacterial Identification.
• Support laboratory investigations.
• Write procedures and conduct validations.
• Fully bilingual.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine laboratory tests in the metallurgical/chemical and microbiological areas, per procedures and specs.
• Interpret test results and examine for unusual characteristics.
• Troubleshoot procedures and determine root causes of deviations.
• Send samples and coordinate follow-up for outside testing (environmental, mechanical, etc.).
• Purchase laboratory supplies and manage lab records for archiving.
• Administer test requests flow from logging to filing and archiving.
• Conduct equipment PM, qualifications and calibrations as needed.

Skills

GMP knowledge

CAPA process

Quality Assurance

Lab techniques

Education

Bachelor’s in biology or microbiology

Tools

Dry bath

PH meters

Incubators

Air tester

Job description

Additional Location(s): N/A

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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.

Laboratory Tech – S2 (Lab Tech II)

Performs a variety of chemical, biological or microbiological analyses on products, raw materials, in‑process materials, or stability samples in support of the company's quality program. Interprets and evaluates the analyses in terms of accuracy and precision and recommends corrective action where necessary. Applies existing techniques and procedures with recommendations and implementation of modification for improved efficiency, or devises and develops new analytical methods and techniques. May also be involved in establishing requirements for the transfer of methodology from R&D. Performs qualitative tests or quantitative assays on samples using techniques that vary from use of standard analytical equipment to highly modern and automated instrumentation. May require knowledge of one or more of the following automated techniques: gas, liquid, thin layer or column chromatography, ion exchange, infrared, ultraviolet and visible spectrophotometry and microscopy.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine laboratory tests in the metallurgical/mechanical, chemical and microbiological areas, in accordance with established procedures and specifications.
• Interprets test results and examines for unusual characteristics.
• Troubleshoots procedures that may have been compromised, thus determining the potential cause of unexpected results of routine tests.
• Sends samples and provides the required follow‑up for outside testing: environmental, mechanical, process monitoring, etc.
• Purchase of laboratory supplies.
• Analyzes, reviews, and documents the status of lab records for archiving.
• Administers the flow of test requests, from logging in through filing and archiving.
• Conducts equipment PM, qualifications and calibrations as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in biology or microbiology and 3+ years of related experience or an equivalent combination of Education /Work Experience
• Knowledge of GMP, CAPAs and Quality Assurance.
• Equipment (such as dry bath, pH meters, incubators, air tester) and laboratory tools.
• Media preparation, solutions, and dilutions.
• Microbiological tests such as Bioburden, Bacterial Endotoxin Test (BET), Environmental Monitoring (viable and non‑viable and water testing), Bacterial Identification.
• Support laboratory investigations.
• Write procedures and conduct validations
• Fully Bilingual

Requisition ID: 629997

• Minimum Salary: $ 27800
• Maximum Salary: $ 49500

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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Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high‑performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more atwww.bostonscientific.comand follow us onLinkedIn.

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.