Associate Senior Fellow, Neuromodulation Innovation

Additional Location(s) : US-CA-Valencia; US-CA-Irvine

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

At Boston Scientific well give you the opportunity to harness all thats 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 well help you in advancing your skills and career. Here youll be supported in progressing whatever your ambitions.

About the role :

Boston Scientific is seeking a technically distinguished and strategically minded Associate Senior Fellow to lead innovation in Sacral Neuromodulation (SNM) and Tibial Nerve Stimulation (TNS) therapies for Overactive Bladder (OAB) . This high-impact role is central to advancing our Urology and Pelvic Health portfolio through deep scientific expertise cross-functional leadership and external collaboration.

You will play a key role in shaping the future of neuromodulation technologies by driving research influencing early-stage product strategy and bridging clinical and technical domains. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to therapies that improve quality of life for patients around the world.

This position may require up to 50% travel primarily to the West Coast to collaborate closely with teams in the Neuromodulation and Urology divisions.

Work model sponsorship relocation :

At Boston Scientific we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows an onsite work model requiring employees to be in our Arden Hills MN OR Irvine CA OR Valencia CA office at least four days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

Your responsibilities will include :

Lead the design and execution of pre-clinical studies to evaluate the safety efficacy and performance of SNM and TNS systems ensuring compliance with FDA USDA and AAALAC standards.

Serve on the technical leadership team for the development of implantable neuromodulation systems.

Drive research into stimulation waveform optimization (e.g. pulse shape frequency amplitude) to improve therapeutic outcomes and reduce side effects.

Support clinical translation activities including IDE submissions clinical trial design and post-market surveillance.

Partner with clinical and regulatory teams to ensure smooth transition from bench to bedside.

Identify unmet clinical needs and propose novel stimulation paradigms such as bilateral sacral root targeting and alternative tibial approaches.

Contribute to early-stage development planning and technical risk mitigation.

Engage proactively with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to validate research direction and technology roadmap.

Lead Voice of Customer (VOC) efforts to ensure alignment with physician and patient needs.

Mentor and guide junior engineers and scientists in experimental design data analysis and publication strategies.

Lead cross-functional teams through concept development and feasibility phases.

Required qualifications :

PhD or equivalent in Biomedical Engineering Neuroscience Urology or related field.

Minimum of 12 years experience in medical device R&D with a strong focus on neuromodulation.

Demonstrated expertise in neuromodulation technologies including SNM and / or TNS.

Experience with global regulatory pathways (FDA CE Mark) and clinical trial execution.

Proven ability to lead in cross-functional environments and mentor technical teams.

Strong track record of external engagement including collaboration with KOLs.

Requisition ID : 617875

Minimum Salary : $133700

Maximum Salary : $254000

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) see 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) isnt just business its personal. And if youre 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!

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Among other requirements Boston Scientific maintains specificprohibited substancetest 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.

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Teacher Coaching,Public Health,Google Docs,Classroom Experience,Systems Engineering,Research Experience,Teaching,Grant Writing,Leadership Experience,Mentoring,Public Speaking,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Grant

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1