Job Description Summary

Sterilization and microbiology subject matter expert supporting the BDI segment with expertise in all modes of medical device sterilization, regulatory sterilization requirements, contamination control, and new product development support.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Strategy Awareness, Development, and Implementation:

• Prioritize key objectives and continuous improvement activities related to sterilization and contamination control.

• Lead a multi-location sterility assurance network.

• Provide recommendations to align network sterilization and microbiology capabilities with network strategy.

• Identify sterilization resource needs for changes in manufacturing architecture, new products/processes, and validation of additional sterilization equipment.

• Maintain effective communication and network with leadership team members.

Technical Support:

• Support new product development, special projects, and programs as specified in individual impact goals or as required by the manager.

• May generate global policies and procedures and release sterile products (by exception).

• Provide guidance to strategic sourcing/procurement functions in the qualification and ongoing management of contract sterilization and testing suppliers.

• Interact with network standards organizations to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Knowledge Management:

• Act as a liaison among network leadership team to communicate metrics, best practices, cost improvement programs, and successful technology advances.

• Mentor and develop personnel, including succession planning and contingency management.

Other projects and duties, as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in microbiology, biology, or associated medical technology field required. Formal training in Sterilization Technology preferred.

• Minimum 10 years of work experience in sterilization and microbiological/laboratory in the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry.

• Experience with cGMPs, USP, ISO, EN, and FDA regulations regarding laboratory practices, process environments, sterilization methods, ethylene oxide residuals, and bacterial endotoxin.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of sterilization methods, specifically Ethylene Oxide and radiation, with thermal (moist/dry heat) highly desirable.

• Hands-on experience with sterilization technology and microbiology.

• Experience with failure investigations and root-cause analysis.

• Understanding of sterilization effectiveness and control, process development, and performance qualification of terminal sterilization processes.

• Related Standards Management experience (ISO, AAMI, ASTM) highly desirable.

• Understanding of sterilization audit requirements and ability to translate this to supplier expectations.

• Ability to teach sterilization concepts and share knowledge to enhance associate and organizational capabilities.

• Strong organizational and motivational skills, effective customer interaction, decision-making skills, and ability to manage and influence others.

• Effective communication and technical writing skills.

• Ability to liaise with regulatory agencies as required.

If you are passionate about sterilization and microbiology, and have the skills and experience to lead our Business Unit Sterility Assurance network, we encourage you to apply!

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA AZ - Tempe Headquarters

Additional Locations

USA GA - Covington BMD, USA IL - Vernon Hills, USA RI - Warwick

Work Shift

NA (United States of America)

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$113,400.00 - $186,900.00 USD Annual