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Additional Location(s): N/A 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 the role: The R&D Director of Interventional Heart Failure at Boston Scientific will lead strategy and execution for early-stage development, transitioning projects to larger teams for further advancement and market launch support. This role is pivotal in shaping the company's approach to Heart Failure, working closely with other BSC franchises. Based in MN, this position requires travel for technology evaluations and collaboration, both internally and externally, throughout the medical device development process. The director will focus on aligning strategic business initiatives, fostering the development of IHF technologies, and adhering to a 3-5 year strategic planning cycle. Responsibilities: Develop and lead an IHF team for early-stage development, ensuring a broad understanding of the field and a vision for a full portfolio. Mentor and guide R&D engineers in creating specific technological therapies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to guide treatment technology development for targeted patient groups. Participate in cross-functional activities to advance early-stage projects into TDP/PDP phases. Form a team to create prototypes, testing methods, and early manufacturing processes, while defining user and product requirements. Organize VIP visits and foster innovation. Build partnerships with Exploratory, TDP, PDP and System Level projects. Contribute R&D insights for HFA/EFS setup and provide pre-submission input on standards, anatomical considerations, risk assessments, and testing for early clinical trials, aiming for pivotal trials and product launches. Ensure resource availability for Quality System compliance and adherence to the BSC Quality Policy. Promote a quality-driven work environment. Lead and develop teams to achieve organizational goals, encouraging diversity and full potential contribution. Oversee functional areas, managing activities, budgets, and ensuring policy and regulatory compliance. Minimum Qualifications: 15+ years of experience in medical device industry Educational background in mechanical/biomedical engineering Clinical experience with interventional devices in cath labs Risk management proficiency in device development Regulatory knowledge including clinical studies and GCP Cardiovascular expertise in Structural Heart and heart failure Exceptional soft skills in communication, organization, and time management Technical proficiency with Solidworks, FEA, CFD, and related tools Verification skills in test method development FDA interaction experience with pre-sub discussions Leadership abilities to manage technical teams (10+ members) Adaptable development support for various project stages Preferred Qualifications: Advanced knowledge in development, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance Proficiency in IHF/SHV procedures Specialization in Heart Failure, including related accessories and pharmaceuticals Comprehensive expertise in medical technologies for coronary artery disease treatment Requisition ID:586596 Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substancetesting 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. 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 is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Boston Scientific maintains a prohibited substance free workplace. Pursuant to Va. Code * 2.2-4312 (2000), Boston Scientific is providing notification that the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the workplace and that violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. 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. Boston Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, Veteran