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How much do method development jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for method development in the United States is $53,418.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is method development?

Method development refers to the process of creating, optimizing, and validating analytical procedures or techniques used to identify, quantify, and analyze substances in various samples. This is crucial in industries like pharmaceuticals, environmental testing, and food safety to ensure accurate and reliable results. The process involves selecting appropriate instruments, developing sample preparation steps, and validating the method to meet regulatory and quality standards. Skilled professionals in method development help ensure that tests are robust, reproducible, and suitable for their intended purposes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in method development?

To excel in Method Development, you need a strong background in analytical chemistry, laboratory techniques, and scientific problem-solving, often supported by a degree in chemistry or a related field. Familiarity with analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, and mass spectrometry, as well as knowledge of relevant regulatory guidelines and software for data analysis, is typically required. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for designing robust methods and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These capabilities ensure the development of accurate, reliable methods that support research, quality control, and regulatory compliance.

What are some common challenges encountered in a method development role, and how are they typically addressed?

Professionals in Method Development often face challenges such as optimizing analytical techniques for complex samples, ensuring methods are robust and reproducible, and meeting stringent regulatory requirements. Addressing these challenges involves a systematic approach, including thorough literature review, iterative experimentation, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams (such as Quality Assurance and R&D) to validate and troubleshoot methods. Staying updated on industry best practices and regulatory guidelines is also crucial for success in this role.

What is the difference between Method Development vs Analytical Chemist?

AspectMethod DevelopmentAnalytical Chemist
Primary FocusDesigning and optimizing new analytical methodsPerforming analysis using established methods
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, R&D departmentsQuality control labs, manufacturing facilities
Required CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Chemistry or related field; experience in method developmentBachelor's or higher in Chemistry; experience in analytical techniques

Method Development specialists focus on creating and refining new analytical procedures, while Analytical Chemists primarily perform routine analysis using existing methods. Both roles require strong chemistry knowledge, but Method Development involves more innovation and method optimization, often in research settings, whereas Analytical Chemists focus on quality control and routine testing in production environments.

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What states have the most Method Development jobs?

States with the most job openings for Method Development jobs include:

Infographic showing various Method Development job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,418 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

Test Method Development Engineer - P3

Maple Grove, MN • On-site

Boston Scientific
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

Full-time

This job post has expired 3 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Key responsibilities

  • Develop test methods for components, subassemblies, or finished medical device assemblies.

  • Create and guide the design of equipment or fixturing to support test method development and perform data analysis and reporting.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure requirements are clear and measurable, and contribute to technical reports and intellectual property submissions.


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Job description

Additional Location(s): US-MN-Maple Grove

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:

Boston Scientific was recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Workplaces for Engineers in 2026, reflecting a culture where engineers do meaningful work.

Join the growing Research and Development team within Boston Scientific's Interventional Heart Failure group as a Test Method Development Engineer - P3. In this role, you'll work on a wide variety of challenging and rewarding new product development activities focused on bringing new and impactful therapies to patients around the globe. 

The position will focus primarily on test method development for critical product performance measures on a new and exciting product platform specific to device feedback loops including device sensors.  We are looking for a motivated and driven individual with sound technical fundamentals who can drive execution in a very diverse and fast-paced environment. This position requires approximately 20% travel.

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 Arbor Lakes, Minnesota office at least five days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Test method developer for components, sub, or finished medical device assemblies.
  • Creates new methods to evaluate critical areas of product performance with device feedback loop focus.
  • Guides the design of unique equipment or fixturing/tooling to support method development.
  • Contributes to or leads test protocols, data generation, analysis, and team review.
  • Collaborates cross-functionally to ensure requirements are unambiguous and measurable.
  • Authors technical reports that communicate results and share knowledge across the business unit.
  • Contributes ideas to or generates intellectual property submissions.
  • Significant amount of hands-on, in-lab product development and testing.

 Required qualifications:

  • Master's or PhD degree in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or similar.
  • Minimum 3+ years' experience in an engineering field/industry.
  • Strong engineering fundamentals and sound technical judgment.
  • Experience developing product level test methods and equipment/fixturing with verification level testing as the benchmark.
  • Strong understanding of statistical analysis.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated ability to execute and follow through on project responsibilities.
  • Ability to work effectively and thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred qualifications: 

  • Demonstrated ability to drive deliverables through creative problem-solving and collaboration with team members.
  • Experience with experimental design and execution.
  • Experience developing new complex product evaluation methods where existing solutions are insufficient.
  • Experience with early-stage ideation, prototyping tools and rapid development methods to support evaluation, key decision-making and risk reduction.
  • Basic understanding of medical device design control, quality systems and the product development process (PLCP).

 

Requisition ID: 633384 

Minimum Salary: $ 78300 

Maximum Salary: $ 148800 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com-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).

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.

Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more atwww.bostonscientific.comand follow us onLinkedIn.

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.

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.  


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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.

Industry

Medical equipment and supplies manufacturing, manufacturing and construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Marlborough, MA, US

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