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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. 

Job Overview:

BD is searching for a detailed R&D Lab Technician to join our team! In this role you will perform Verification and Validation testing on our preexisting medical device inventory/products. In addition, you will be maintaining the lab equipment, handling new equipment intake and ensuring all equipment is in good working order. The R&D Technician role is part of the R&D Sustaining Team that supports sustaining activities for vascular interventional products related to Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Cancer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform development and packaging processes in a lab environment following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and good manufacturing practices (GMPs)

• Assist in completing test protocols and procedures, operating test equipment, and recording measurements with limited supervision for the R&D and NPD areas.

• Complete device history records and associated paperwork for preexisting inventory and products accurately

• Daily use of Lab tools and equipment such as pin gauges, micrometers and other measurement related equipment and precision devices for pilot manufacturing processes.

• Maintaining lab equipment, managing new equipment and inventory while confirming all equipment is accurately calibrated and in working order.

• Provide process/test method training to internal manufacturing/quality control personnel.

• Assist in training new external personnel including full-time and subcontractors.

• Assist with other projects as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience with 2 years’ experience in a laboratory setting with basic knowledge of daily laboratory procedures, equipment utilization, setups, processes, device testing and safety protocols

• Basic math/statistics skills

• Good working history and experience using Microsoft Excel

• Ability to accurately collect, record, and report data and transcriptions.

• Familiar with and having the ability to operate and use lab tools and equipment (rulers, pressure gauges, micrometers, and tensile testers and more)

• Comfortable communicating verbally and in written form, presenting data, and information.

• Willing to work independently and meet deadlines with little supervision.

Desired Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in a S.T.E.M related field

• Previous experience testing medical device in regulated FDA/QSR and ISO environments.

• Hands on experience and interest with mechanical aptitudes

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/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status. 

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