Principal Medical Device Toxicologist
boston scientific gruppeArden Hills, MN
$102100APPLY NOW
Principal Medical Device Toxicologist
boston scientific gruppeArden Hills, MN
yesterday
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Occupational Health and Safety SpecialistsMedical Scientists, Except EpidemiologistsBioengineers and Biomedical EngineersIndustries
Biological Product (except Diagnostic) ManufacturingIn-Vitro Diagnostic Substance ManufacturingElectromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing$102100
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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:
The Principal Toxicologist at Boston Scientific provides technical support for toxicology and biocompatibility processes to meet global business objectives. Additionally, this position is responsible for the biological evaluation of medical device products, including the conduct of toxicological risk assessments based on data derived from extractable and leachable studies, in support of new product development and sustaining activities, as well as in support of global regulatory submissions. Global Toxicology and Biocompatibility plays a critical role in medical device development, ensuring patient safety while enabling early product development decisions, product design direction, product approvals, and market launch for product commercialization.
Boston Scientific was recognized as a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026, ranking No. 15 on the Top 100 list, reflecting the culture our employees experience every day.
At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration andsynergy. This role follows ahybrid work model, requiring employees to be in our local office at least three (3) days per week.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.
Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.
Your responsibilities will include:
Provide support for biocompatibility processes initiated by department management
Ensure biocompatibility and toxicology related information and data are accurate, reliable, and support business objectives as consistent with Global Preclinical objectives and Quality Management System requirements
Demonstrate a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality
Author biocompatibility and chemical characterization test plans, author Biocompatibility Assessments and Reports, and assess test data and reports, as necessary, to support business objectives
Author toxicological risk assessments, as assigned, to support divisional objectives
Advise earlier-career staff on the development of biocompatibility and chemical characterization test plans, review and approve Biocompatibility Assessments and Reports, and assess test data and reports, as necessary, to support business objectives, including authoring such reports as necessary
Maintain communications with internal customers on biocompatibility and toxicology issues
Support problem-solving and resolution related to biocompatibility assessments, chemical characterization, and toxicological risk assessments
Consult on biocompatibility, chemistry, and toxicology testing and strategies related to new investigational and strategic device development programs during Technology and Product Development Programs (TDP/PDP)
Provide consultation on regulatory requirements related to medical device submissions for assigned divisions and in support of corporate initiatives
Participate as assigned in a Biocompatibility Training Program for all functional groups of device development teams based on standards and regulatory requirements
May serve as a resource for biocompatibility and toxicology information for medical devices and pharmaceutical materials, which may include issues related to materials of animal origin, color additives, exposure assessments of chemicals, and other chemical toxicities
Advise on procedures, techniques, concepts, and approaches used at divisional levels for biocompatibility and toxicology programs
Required qualifications:
PhD in Toxicology-related field
Minimum of 10 years of professional toxicology/biocompatibility experience
Proven expertise in the biological evaluation of medical devices and / or drug-device combination products (ISO 10993)
Experience using computational models for the purposes of carcinogenic risk assessment (Benchmark Dose Modeling)
Experience establishing formal toxicology processes
Experience preparing hazard assessments and risk assessments
Experience communicating toxicology and biocompatibility concepts to members at all levels of an organization, and to members of varying levels of technical knowledge in toxicology and biocompatibility
Membership and leadership in professional toxicology/biocompatibility organizations
Board-certified in toxicology (for example, DABT)
Preferred qualifications:
Applied knowledge and understanding of toxicology principles and best practices
Working knowledge of risk assessment methodologies, including the toxicological evaluation of medical device materials
Working knowledge of regulatory standards and global regulatory requirements with respect to medical device and combination products
Experience with running GLP and nGLP studies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Requisition ID: 635484
Minimum Salary: $102100
Maximum Salary:
$194000 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 fornon-exempt (hourly), non-sales rolesmay 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 forexempt, non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).
For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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 byprovidinga 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, neurologicaland urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at www.bostonscientific.com and follow us on Linked In.
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 specificprohibited substancetest 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. Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis
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Salary
$102100
Experience level
Lead
Location
Arden Hills, MN
Occupation
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
Industry
Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing
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