Clinical Research Spec

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 13 Oct 2026
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A Day in the LifeThe ICT portfolio delivers differentiated cardiovascular technologies that help clinicians detect and manage cardiac conditions earlier, treat patients more effectively, and improve outcomes. By combining advanced device innovation, actionable data, and connected care capabilities, the portfolio supports better clinical decision-making and creates value for patients, providers, and healthcare systems.
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This position will be based in Mounds View, MN.
In this exciting role as a Clinical Research Specialist within the Interventional Cardiology Therapies (ICT) Operating Unit, you will have primary focus and responsibility for study execution and clinical study site management on a key clinical program to support the development and advancement of best-in-class ICT device-based technologies. You will work under the direction and closely with the Clinical Study Manager to satisfy applicable regulatory standards and Medtronic internal requirements for clinical studies.
Reviews and approves required documents for study start, assures continued validity of such documents, takes actions for updates and/or replacements, and monitors site activation
Performs site initiation activities, resolution and follow-up of site issues, and study closure activities.
Provides support and training for clinical study sites to assure data integrity and protocol compliance.
Prepares study materials and/or training and tracks and maintains study documentation.
Sets up and maintains accurate clinical study files.
Coordinates activities of associates (assigned clinical site staff) and investigators to ensure compliance with CIP and overall clinical objectives
Perform site file reviews
Oversees and resolves operational aspects of clinical trials in conjunction with project teams and in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and specific country regulations and may prepare clinical trial budgets.
Participates in overall clinical management plan, protocol and case report form development.
Performs data review, reviews data discrepancies, ensures data queries are being resolved, works closely with monitors to ensure monitoring action items are resolved, and generates reports.
Reports on progress and results of clinical investigations
May be responsible for clinical supply operations, site and vendor selection.
Builds and maintains optimal relationships and effective collaborations with various internal and external parties.
Assists clinical management with other duties as requested.
Must Have (Minimum Requirements):
To be considered for this role, the minimum requirements must be evident on your resume.
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of clinical research experience
Or advanced degree with 0 years of experience
Nice to Have (Preferred Qualifications):
Degree in engineering, life sciences, or related medical/scientific field
CCRA certification (Certified Clinical Research Association), SOCRA
Clinical research/clinical trials experience at Medtronic or within the medical device industry
Experience in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and/or regulatory compliance guidelines for clinical trials
Experience managing multiple clinical research sites with proven results in study execution
Experience in clinical operations
Experience developing clinical strategies and study design
Experience working on a global study team
Experience in Research and Development (R&D)
Project/program management skills/experience
Ability to appropriately apply different standards related to medical devices/clinical research (SOPs, GCP, ISO, ICH, FDA, MEDDEV, MDR, etc.) as needed
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
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Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$83,200.00 - $124,800.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such