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Job ID R-534286 Date posted 02/25/2026

Job Description Summary

The Administrative Assistant will report to the platform Director, R&D, MDS-SLC while also providing support to the MDS-SLC Platform R&D teams. The ideal candidate is unflappable and able to prioritize and streamline processes, can use initiative and good judgment, work independently with little supervision, while always exhibiting a high level of professionalism, confidentiality and discretion.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Responsibilities:

Administrative support

  • Provide comprehensive administrative support to enhance organizational efficiency.

  • Support the R&D Director with calendar management, including coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Independently organize agendas, meetings, and logistical arrangements for on-site and global engagements.

  • Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including detailed itineraries.

  • Prepare and process travel expenses and reimbursements promptly.

  • Process purchase orders (POs).

  • Manage legal agreements (e.g., CDAs, Statements of Work, Master Service Agreements).

  • Manage contracts and legal agreements with healthcare organizations and health care professionals.

  • Build and maintain effective working relationships within the Salt Lake City site and across global teams.

  • Collaborate with administrative assistants across the organization to manage complex scheduling demands.

  • Create high-quality PowerPoint presentations for R&D updates and meetings.

  • Demonstrate a strong service mindset to support the R&D Director in driving efficiency and effectiveness.

Required Qualifications:

Education & Experience

  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience as an Administrative Assistant supporting multiple leaders in a fast-paced, matrixed, multicultural environment; corporate experience strongly pre

  • Highschool diploma required; bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

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Required Skills

Confidentiality, Microsoft Office, Office Administration, Prioritization, Taking Initiative

Optional Skills

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