Ryan Toner
About Ryan Toner
Ryan Toner is a Research and Development Engineer with extensive experience in the design and development of minimally invasive devices. He has a strong background in engineering, having worked for notable companies such as Baxter International Inc. and Creganna Medical, and holds a BEng in Polymer Processing from IT Sligo.
Current Role at SurModics
Ryan Toner currently serves as a Research and Development Engineer at SurModics, a position he has held since 2018. He works in Ballinasloe, Co Galway, focusing on the design and development of minimally invasive devices. His role involves overseeing projects from concept through to commercialization, utilizing his technical expertise to enhance product development.
Previous Experience at SurModics
Prior to his current position, Ryan worked at SurModics as a Research and Development Technician for one year, from 2017 to 2018. In this role, he contributed to various projects aimed at improving medical device technology, further developing his skills in research and development within the medical field.
Experience at Creganna Medical
Ryan Toner has extensive experience at Creganna Medical, where he held two positions. He worked as a Design Service Product Builder from 2010 to 2014 and then as a Design Services Technician from 2014 to 2016. During his time there, he gained valuable insights into the design and manufacturing processes of medical devices.
Background in Quality Control
Before his roles at Creganna Medical, Ryan worked at Baxter International Inc. as a Quality Control Operative for 11 months in 2009 to 2010. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in quality assurance practices within the medical device industry.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Toner studied at IT Sligo, where he earned a Certificate in Polymer Technologies from 2014 to 2015 and a BEng in Polymer Processing from 2015 to 2019. His education has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for the design and development of polymer-based medical devices.