Medical Devices STEM OPT Jobs in Ohio
Ohio's medical devices sector spans major employers like Stryker, Philips, and Medtronic across Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, offering F-1 STEM OPT roles in biomedical engineering, quality systems, and R&D. Ohio's strong manufacturing base and research university network make it one of the more active Midwest states for medical devices sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.
As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talented team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels inspired, invested, cared for, valued, and have a strong sense of belonging.
What You Can Expect
Position requires performance of both simple and complex microbiological test procedures, as well as, assisting Project Microbiologists with routine laboratory validations, re-qualifications and development of new technologies. Other duties may include assisting the Laboratory Supervisor with final test release and supervision of directed areas or activities. Operation and maintenance of basic and complex laboratory instrumentation is required.
This position is onsite 5 days per week in Dover, Ohio.
How You'll Create Impact
- Tracking and coordinating preventive maintenance and calibration services for laboratory equipment.
- Training Laboratory Technicians in the procedures related to these services.
- Directed supervision of all aspects related to laboratory equipment.
- Tracking, coordinating and assisting Project Microbiologists with routine laboratory equipment validations, re-qualifications and development of new technologies.
- Extensive use of thermal mapping equipment.
- Data analysis and trending.
- Performance of non-routine test procedures.
- Creation of new and maintenance of existing work instructions especially those geared towards equipment operation.
- Investigational troubleshooting.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.
What Makes You Stand Out
- Ability to perform all laboratory procedures in a timely manner and with minimal supervision in the Micro Laboratory Technician position.
- Must be capable of conducting non-routine, research or other special projects with minimal supervision.
- Must have the ability to plan, organize and prioritize own and departmental workload.
- Must be able to work both independently and as a team member.
- Must be detail oriented, analytical and possess the ability to determine reasonability of test results.
- Must have the ability to organize, analyze and recognize data trends.
- Must have demonstrated ability to persevere and follow-up with abnormal results or circumstances.
- Must have demonstrated ability to operate complex instrumentation.
- Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be familiar with GMPs and GLPs.
Your Background
- Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of relevant experience, or Associate's Degree and 2 years of relevant experience, or High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4 years of relevant experience.
- Degree in Microbiology, Biology, Medical Technology or other related field preferred.
- 0-3 years departmental experience and demonstrated exemplary performance preferred.
Travel Expectations
Up to 5%
EOE
At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.
As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talented team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels inspired, invested, cared for, valued, and have a strong sense of belonging.
What You Can Expect
Position requires performance of both simple and complex microbiological test procedures, as well as, assisting Project Microbiologists with routine laboratory validations, re-qualifications and development of new technologies. Other duties may include assisting the Laboratory Supervisor with final test release and supervision of directed areas or activities. Operation and maintenance of basic and complex laboratory instrumentation is required.
This position is onsite 5 days per week in Dover, Ohio.
How You'll Create Impact
- Tracking and coordinating preventive maintenance and calibration services for laboratory equipment.
- Training Laboratory Technicians in the procedures related to these services.
- Directed supervision of all aspects related to laboratory equipment.
- Tracking, coordinating and assisting Project Microbiologists with routine laboratory equipment validations, re-qualifications and development of new technologies.
- Extensive use of thermal mapping equipment.
- Data analysis and trending.
- Performance of non-routine test procedures.
- Creation of new and maintenance of existing work instructions especially those geared towards equipment operation.
- Investigational troubleshooting.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.
What Makes You Stand Out
- Ability to perform all laboratory procedures in a timely manner and with minimal supervision in the Micro Laboratory Technician position.
- Must be capable of conducting non-routine, research or other special projects with minimal supervision.
- Must have the ability to plan, organize and prioritize own and departmental workload.
- Must be able to work both independently and as a team member.
- Must be detail oriented, analytical and possess the ability to determine reasonability of test results.
- Must have the ability to organize, analyze and recognize data trends.
- Must have demonstrated ability to persevere and follow-up with abnormal results or circumstances.
- Must have demonstrated ability to operate complex instrumentation.
- Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be familiar with GMPs and GLPs.
Your Background
- Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of relevant experience, or Associate's Degree and 2 years of relevant experience, or High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4 years of relevant experience.
- Degree in Microbiology, Biology, Medical Technology or other related field preferred.
- 0-3 years departmental experience and demonstrated exemplary performance preferred.
Travel Expectations
Up to 5%
EOE
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Search Medical Devices Jobs in OhioMedical Devices STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
Which medical devices companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Ohio?
Ohio hosts several major medical devices employers with F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship history, including Stryker, Philips Healthcare, Medtronic, and Integra LifeSciences. Mid-size contract manufacturers and device startups concentrated around Columbus and Cleveland also participate. Sponsorship patterns vary by company size and role type, so reviewing employer-level OPT filing history before applying is advisable.
Which cities in Ohio have the most medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Columbus leads for corporate and research-oriented medical devices roles, partly due to proximity to Ohio State University and a growing life sciences corridor. Cleveland has a strong cluster around the Cleveland Clinic medical device ecosystem and established manufacturing firms. Cincinnati rounds out the top three, with device companies tied to the broader healthcare manufacturing presence in the southwest part of the state.
What types of medical devices roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that routinely qualify include biomedical engineer, quality assurance engineer, regulatory affairs specialist, manufacturing process engineer, software engineer for embedded medical systems, and R&D scientist. These positions typically require a degree in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or a related STEM field. The role must fall under a STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs code tied to your degree to qualify.
How do I find medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate filters medical devices job listings specifically by F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship eligibility and state, so you can search Ohio openings without manually screening employers. Because STEM OPT requires the employer to be enrolled in E-Verify, Migrate Mate's filters surface only compliant employers. This significantly narrows the field compared to general job searches and surfaces companies with verified OPT sponsorship activity in Ohio's medical devices sector.
Are there any Ohio-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in medical devices?
Ohio's medical devices employers frequently operate under FDA quality system regulations, meaning many roles involve regulatory compliance work. This can add complexity to job descriptions but also expands qualifying STEM roles. Ohio does not impose state-level visa sponsorship requirements, but employers in FDA-regulated environments often have stricter background check and documentation processes. STEM OPT extensions also require a formal training plan agreed upon by both you and the employer before the extension period begins.