Principal Statistician - DFSS

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

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 This Role:

As a 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.

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time

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

Requisition ID: 617291

Minimum Salary: $103700

Maximum Salary: $197000

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see 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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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve.

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.