Principal Statistician - Dfss jobs at Boston Scientific in United States, Marlborough

Job Purpose

In Operations, provide daily support of products, processes, materials, and equipment to achieve production goals (i.e., quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and safety).

Key Responsibilities

• Uses problem-solving methodologies to support issue investigations and make improvements.
• Actively interacts with cross-functional team members through face-to-face meetings, virtual video calls, emails or group sessions.
• Practices good teamwork by actively listening, sharing ideas and working together as one team, in support of day-to-day operating requirements.
• Assists in the development and analysis of process, product, material or equipment specifications and performance requirements
• Evaluates new equipment/processes/chemicals for environmental impact to eliminate or lessen such impacts in conjunction with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)As part of personal development, may assume engineering responsibility for manufacturing equipment or processes within the cleanroom environment.
• Interfaces with vendors, possibly physicians and other technical consultants as part of the role.
• Builds Quality into all aspects of work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements in Standard Operating Procedures.

Education & Experience

• NFQ Level 8 Honours Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline is required. (You must be graduating prior to September 2026 or have graduated in last 2 years)
• An understanding of systems and a willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Good communication skills, teamwork abilities and initiative.
• Proven ability to work well as part of a team & on own with minimum supervision.
• Eager to learn and active participate.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Eligible to work in Ireland.

• Competitive Benefits –we offer market leading benefits including performance-related bonus, pension contribution, onsite gym, onsite parking, subsidised canteen, organised social groups and healthcare.

• – opportunity to transform the lives of patients worldwide.
• Our Culture- our work is guided by core values that define our culture and empower our employees.
• Career Development– our highly engaged leaders will empower you to grow and will invest in your potential. You can also broaden your skills through personal development courses.
• Opportunity to Innovate– we encourage you to fulfil your true creative potential by speaking up with your ideas and solutions to problems that matter.
• Work-Life Balance– we have created a culture that acknowledges, respects and supports your life and work choices.
• Corporate Social Responsibility– we are dedicated to progressing business practices in areas important to our communities. Our onsite charity events have raised over €1.5 million for worthy causes in the past ten years.

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About This Role:

Principal Statistician, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of innovation at Boston Scientific. You will provide technical and statistical leadership that empowers teams within Endoscopy and across our global network to deliver breakthrough solutions. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving new product development from concept to launch, ensuring that every decision is grounded in robust data and statistical insight.

You will be a key mentor and trusted advisor, not only for our R&D organization but also for cross-functional teams worldwide. By fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement, you will elevate the statistical & problem solving acumen of engineers, scientists, and technical professionals, helping them translate complex data into actionable strategies that accelerate product development.

Most importantly, your work will directly contribute to launching innovative products that advance patient care. By guiding teams through the rigorous application of statistical methods, you will help ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality and safety to make a tangible difference in the lives of patients around the world.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide statistical expertise and support to R&D using statistical methods associated with product and process development, design assurance, and problem-solving in root cause investigations.
• Interpret data and provide insight on the underlying factors driving the results to advise engineers on the best strategies to move forward, not just on the data analysis
• Apply a variety of statistical analyses and techniques to data generated by R&D, Process Development, and other technical groups.
• Create and maintain statistics-related procedures and tools for the Marlborough site and the global network.
• Collaborate with Global Statisticians and cross-functional teams working towards continual improvement of the application and use of statistics across various projects and business initiatives.
• Identify and lead projects that improve efficiencies in product and process development through designed experiments, reduced sampling methodologies, and advanced or automated data analysis.
• Provide feedback to cross-functional development teams during design reviews on the application and insights from statistical analysis tools.
• Develop and deliver training (classroom and virtual options) on the appropriate use of statistical methods with R&D, Process Development, and other technical groups.
• Perform ad hoc statistical analyses and provide guidance as required.
• Demonstrate a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance with the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or Engineering
• 8+ years' experience in an industry role, preferably within medical devices; experience in a regulated environment is required
• 5+ years' experience using Minitab, Design Expert, or other relevant statistical software
• Proven ability to apply statistical analysis in a professional setting; highly self-motivated and results-driven

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s or PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience working in or closely with R&D or Development Engineering teams
• Demonstrated application of statistical tools to support project deliverables (e.g., test method validation, design verification testing)
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification

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.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sells products by scheduling sales calls to meet with current and potential customers to fulfill revenue and unit growth objectives assigned by company on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis.
• Develop and implement sales strategies by determining the relevant factors (e.g., product, competition and pricing needs) of existing and potential accounts to effectively promote the company's products to appropriate hospital personnel and physicians.
• Develop action plans (i.e., weekly, quarterly, monthly) by analyzing quarterly and monthly sales figures and reports identifying the needs of accounts and discussing issues with Regional Sales Manager to help the organization achieve its annual sales goals.
• Determines the needs (e.g., product and pricing), goals, product usage, and types of cases handled by specific customers by meeting with and asking in-depth questions from physicians and other hospital personnel to learn which Guidant products can best address their specific needs.
• Serves as a resource for clinical support in the areas of implant coverage, basic troubleshooting, programming, and patient follow-up for company products.
• Ensure timely collection, reporting of all required medical documentation pertaining to procedural device operation using corporate issued tracking procedures and seeking input from appropriate personnel to resolve problems.
• Follows company and divisional guidelines for managing commercial inventory.
• Establish pricing packages by working with relevant Guidant personnel to establish price points that address specific customer's needs while satisfying company guidelines and policies.
• Responds to customer needs and complaints regarding products and service by developing creative and feasible solutions or working with other related personnel (e.g. clinical research, pricing and/or marketing) to develop optimal solutions.
• Develop relationships with hospital personnel (e.g. through casual conversation, meetings, participation in conferences) to make new contacts in other departments within hospitals and to identify key purchasing decision makers to facilitate future sales.
• Educates customers on the merits and proper clinical usage of company products by giving presentations and demonstrations using a wide variety of formats and platforms (e.g., slides, transparencies, manuals) to secure purchasing commitments, often with the help of incentive programs and services made available to the accounts being developed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong selling skills with a proven ability to influence decision-makers.
• Self-starter with demonstrated leadership qualities and the ability to set strategic direction within the territory.
• Results-driven team player who excels in fast-paced, competitive, and dynamic environments.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, determined, and highly goal-oriented.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships in both hospital and outpatient settings.
• Adaptable and comfortable with change, able to thrive in evolving market conditions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and CRM platforms such as Salesforce.
• Availability to participate in evening trade shows, weekend events, or off-hour physician meetings as required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

The anticipated annualized base amount or range for this full time position will be$57,100 to $113,600, plus variable compensation governed by the Sales Incentive Compensation Plan (which includes certain annual non-discretionary incentives based on predetermined objectives) as well as the value of core and optional benefits offered at BSC, which can be reviewed at www.bscbenefitsconnect.com. Actual compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, and other relevant business or organizational needs.

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.

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 testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement. The goal of the drug testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.

• Produce and maintain Clinical Evaluation Reports (CERs) for the global product portfolio in accordance with company SOPs and applicable regional regulations (e.g., FDA 510(k)/PMA, EU MDR, Health Canada, PMDA, etc.). Collaborate with cross-functional partners to obtain additional input to aid in clinical risk analysis
• Analyze literature searches on products/product families to interpret and summarize harms, hazards, alternate therapies and device specific benefits from literature to support risk assessment.
• Identifies the need for and/or generates clinical risk related documents on BSC products (commercial or under development) to support internal BSC and external regulatory agency requirements
• Serves as a liaison between Clinical Product Risk function and project team. Clearly communicates pertinent project/function information.
• Collaborate with Clinical and R&D to develop common Clinical deliverable criteria and strategize justification for no clinical trial or aid in development of clinical trial rationalization plan.
• Mentors and serves as subject matter expert in key clinical product risk activities; participates as a risk management consultant for complex projects and for grouping similar products into logical and sustainable structure.
• Serve as product SME during FDA, Notified Body, and internal audits; prepare back‑room documentation and CAPA responses.

• A bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of professional experience in life sciences, engineering, or related field.
• Or 10+ years of professional experience in the respective field.
• Medical and/or technical writing experience required

• Medical Device industry experience preferred
• Therapeutic area knowledge desired
• Ability to work cross-functionally at all levels of organization
• Proven ability to analyze, interpret and synthesize clinical and commercial data
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Understanding and application of business concepts, procedures and practices. Will perform this job in a quality system environment and failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations.

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.

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.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Address reported concerns of varied complexity and scope in an effective and timely manner

• Develop strategy and work plans to investigate alleged violations of law, Code of Conduct, or company policies

• Document investigations, including maintaining and archiving work papers

• Perform root cause analysis for Global Compliance matters

• Interpret and recommend modifications to organizational policies and/or training based on investigation findings

• Monitor the effective and timely completion of recommended actions resulting from investigations, escalating delays or inadequacies as needed

• Assist in the creation of tools and templates for investigations, as well as improvements to tools used for reporting

• Identify opportunities and drive efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the investigations team

• Maintain a high degree of interest in professional development, including attending relevant compliance and investigation training sessions and conferences

• Maintain ongoing professional credentials (e.g., CPA, J.D., etc.)

Required qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in compliance, legal, and/or forensic accounting/auditing

• Proven leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and employees

• Experience working with large amounts of data while maintaining a strategic, big-picture perspective

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail

• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

• Ability to travel up to 10% and work flexible hours as needed

• Demonstrated strong commitment to compliance, ethics, and accountability

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced degree such as JD, MS, Accounting degree, CPA, and/or CFE

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, influencing, negotiation, and mediation skills

• Confidence in handling difficult conversations, pressures, and deadlines

• Highly engaged and self-starting, with strong work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement

• Demonstrated experience thriving in a dynamic, evolving environment

• Passion for compliance and understanding of business needs

• Knowledge and experience in healthcare industry compliance risk areas (e.g., anti-corruption, anti-kickback, tender regulations, industry codes)

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.

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.

About the Role:

The Principal Sales Operations Analyst will develop, design and generate sales incentive compensation plans and territorial sales quotas for all field sales personnel. In this role you will manage the administration of sales compensation plans and employment agreements and will be accountable to ensuring the accuracy of all compensation data such as: employee data, revenue performance, account alignments, compensation rates, etc. The Principal Analyst will develop analyses to measure effectiveness of incentives and territory design.

Your Responsibilities will include:

• Managing monthly/quarterly commission and bonus payment process
• Processing and reporting of compensation, revenue and quota adjustments
• Ensure accuracy of commission plans and payment calculations within the Anaplan Compensation Model
• Assisting sales team with sales compensation questions and concerns
• Identify opportunities for process improvements enhancing and modifying compensation tools
• Design and Execute product focus promotions and contests
• Field Sales awards programs development, execution and process improvement
• Assist COE, reporting, and compensation teams to enhance and modify sales compensation systems
• Assist in audits of compensation payments and processes

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Marketing or related field
• 8+ years experience working sales operations, sales support and/or related analytical experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Word - ability to access databases, cross reference and data validation, basic formula understanding
• Ability to work independently but can manage and prioritize multiple projects while maintaining a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and customer service
• Proven expert level analytical and problem-solving experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Tableau, Anaplan software experience and Microsoft Office Suite experience
• Must be a team player and be able to work with a positive attitude in the fast paced world of sales. Individual should be able to build long lasting relationships with key contacts at all levels of the sales and BSC organization
• Individual should be able to balance short-term urgent needs with long-term strategic initiatives
• Medical Device experience preferred

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.

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.

Purpose Statement

The Principal Quality Systems Engineer will create a culture of compliance and facilitate adherence to the BSC Quality System and all appropriate regulations that BSC follows. They will ensure appropriate quality system processes are created, maintained, and followed in support of Corporate and Site quality objectives.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Quality System Stewardship for assigned area.

• Lead the development and ownership of the strategic roadmap, including digital transformation strategy.
• Lead identified activities through leadership of the Community of Practice.
• Implement training, technical tools and drive continuous improvement and efficiencies to support a preventive quality culture.
• Review and assess changes to standards and regulations applicable to the assigned area for potential impact to BSC and initiate projects, as needed, to ensure continued compliance.

• Lead or oversee quality projects of major magnitude and scope. Provide input and oversight to overall quality project portfolio and project priorities.
• Support external audits through leadership as an audit-facing SME, back rooms, training for SMEs, creation of storyboard material and site level support for Global procedures.
• Deliver process improvements through the VIP model with year over year savings against a multimillion-dollar yearly goal.
• Act as a CAPA owner for corrective actions necessary to improve the global processes.
• Champion departmental or cross-functional quality initiatives.

• Provide project direction, coaching, and mentoring for other team members, as required.
• Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues.
• Assure the development and execution of streamlined business systems, which effectively identify and resolve quality issues.
• Advise management on potential improvements or enhancement to quality systems and processes in the company.

Required qualifications:

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• Minimum of 5 years of Quality Systems experience
• Regulated industry experience
• Understanding of regulations and standards applicable to the BSC Global Quality System and Document & Records Control processes (ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820, EU MDR, etc.).

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced degree
• Medical device experience
• Document and/or Records Management
• Digital product ownership and/or IT project experience
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Demonstrated inclusive leadership skills
• High degree of integrity, professionalism, and the ability to establish credibility internally and externally
• High sense of urgency and commitment to execution

Maximum Salary: $ 197000

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.

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.