Sara Callagy
About Sara Callagy
Sara Callagy is a Design Assurance Engineer II at Boston Scientific with a robust background in technical support, research, and international mentorship.
Title and Current Employment
Sara Callagy holds the position of Design Assurance Engineer II at Boston Scientific. She has been with the company since 2016, working out of their Sligo location. In this role, she focuses on ensuring design integrity and quality in the development of medical devices. Her tenure at Boston Scientific underscores her extensive experience in the field of design assurance engineering.
Previous Positions
Sara Callagy has accumulated a wealth of experience through various roles. She worked at Abbott Laboratories as a Technical Support Scientist from 2008 to 2016 in Sligo, Ireland. Prior to that, she served as a Research Fellow at Trinity College Dublin from 2005 to 2008. She has also been a Visiting Scientist at notable institutions including Harvard Medical School's Dept of Orthopaedic Surgery in 2003 and Colorado State University's Dept. of Microbiology in 2002, each for three-month tenures.
Educational Background
Sara Callagy has a robust educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Microbiology, General from the University of Galway, graduating in 2003. She then pursued a PhD in Virology at Trinity College Dublin from 2003 to 2007. In addition, she obtained a Diploma in Statistics from Trinity College Dublin in 2005. Before her higher education, she completed her Leaving Certificate at Our Lady's Bower from 1995 to 1999.
International Experience and Mentorship
Sara Callagy has a rich portfolio of international experience. Notably, she was awarded an Abbott Fund mentorship at a Tanzanian hospital laboratory, highlighting her involvement in global health initiatives. Her international work experience further extends to her roles as a Visiting Scientist in the USA, enhancing her cross-cultural and interdisciplinary competencies.
Technical Expertise
Sara Callagy is proficient in advanced analytical tools such as DOE (Design of Experiments) and JMP Software, which she uses for risk assessment and technical problem-solving. Her role involves independently resolving distributed product and customer complaint investigations to root cause, showcasing her strong problem-solving skills in quality assurance.