Heather Gunning
About Heather Gunning
Heather Gunning is an HR Generalist at Boston Scientific with a background in various HR roles at GenMark Diagnostics, Allergan, and other organizations.
Current Role at Boston Scientific
Heather Gunning currently holds the position of HR Generalist at Boston Scientific. She has been with the company since 2018 and is based in Carlsbad, CA. In her role, she oversees various human resources functions, leveraging her extensive experience in employee relations, talent acquisition, and HR management to support the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at GenMark Diagnostics
Before joining Boston Scientific, Heather Gunning was employed as an HR Generalist at GenMark Diagnostics from 2016 to 2018. During her tenure of two years in Carlsbad, California, she was responsible for managing HR operations which included employee onboarding, performance management, and ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures.
Human Resources Specialist at Allergan
Heather Gunning worked as an HR Specialist at Allergan from 2014 to 2016. Based in Irvine, California, she spent two years focusing on HR functions such as employee relations, benefits administration, and recruitment. Her role involved collaborating with various departments to enhance HR strategies and improve overall employee satisfaction.
Early Career and Internships
Heather Gunning began her career with several internships that provided her with a strong foundation in human resources. She interned at the Orange County Transportation Authority as a Labor and Employee Relations Intern from 2012 to 2013, gaining experience in labor relations and HR processes. Shortly afterward, she served as a Global Ambassador/Intern at International Studies Abroad for eight months. Additionally, she had a brief stint at Aflac as a Human Resources Intern focusing on Talent Acquisition in 2012.
Educational Background
Heather Gunning completed her undergraduate studies at California State University Long Beach, earning a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from 2010 to 2013. She also studied at Universidad Latina de Costa Rica for 11 months in 2012, where she pursued coursework in Business Administration and Management. Her academic background has equipped her with essential management and administrative skills relevant to her HR career.