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Careers that Change Lives
The publications team, a part of the CRM Clinical Research and Medical Science Team, is responsible for managing the publications process and supporting global evidence dissemination from Medtronic-sponsored clinical trials, registries, and other research data. Publication professionals in this role work closely with Principal Investigators and internal team members from the clinical study team, statistics, clinical leadership and cross-functional SMEs.
The Senior Publications Specialist is responsible for developing content and delivering on the milestones of assigned projects. The Sr. Publication Specialist serves as a subject matter expert in the development of manuscripts, abstracts, and podium presentations and other scientific materials which communicate clinical evidence to the physician community across CRM therapies. This may include performing literature searches and reviews as needed to support evidence strategies and planning. The publication professional may own the publication plan, coordinate publication committee activities, drive content decisions on manuscripts, provide medical writing and editing support while observing corporate, regulatory and medical society standards.
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Join a diverse team of innovators who bring their worldview, their unique backgrounds, and their individual life experiences to work every day. It’s no accident — we work hard to cultivate a workforce that reflects our patients and partners. We believe it’s the only way to drive healthcare forward and remain a global leader in medical technology and solutions. To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at Medtronic Click Here (https://www.medtronic.com/us-en/about/careers/diversity-inclusion.html)
Location: Mounds View, MN
Ability to travel up to 10%.
A Day in the Life
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Writes, edits, and formats manuscripts, abstracts, and scientific presentations in collaboration with authors and contributors
Compiles, analyzes, and summarizes data for each writing project
Develops an in-depth knowledge of key therapy and product areas, stays abreast of current literature relevant to CRM therapies and products (including competitors)
Collaborates with physicians, clinical and statistics teams to plan and identify appropriate analysis plans
Oversee individual publication activities, requiring compliance with publication processes and procedures for Medtronic and target journals
Create and manage the project schedule for each deliverable through final delivery (e.g. peer-review publication, scientific conference presentation) while in compliance to regulatory, medical society, and corporate standards.
Interface with physicians, clinical leadership, and other stakeholders to align evidence dissemination activities and deliverables
Leads, coordinates and/or participates in Publication Committee meetings and administrates follow-up actions (e.g. document decisions)
Support activities of the team at medical device congresses, as assigned. This may include attending publication planning meetings with investigators in Medtronic clinical trials, executing Medtronic sponsored symposia, and covering relevant scientific sessions.
Maintain files on informative journal abstracts according to current or estimated future needs
Track and report on metrics related to CRM medical writing services to clinical leadership and key business partners
May serve as a medical/scientific consultant to marketing or research project teams and external stakeholders
May assist study personnel in providing interim and final reports and presentations.
May manage portfolio of publication activities on assigned projects (e.g. collect input on strategic alignment, drive commitment decisions, communicate decisions to investigators)
May participate in process improvement initiatives (including the need to create new tools, repositories, etc.)
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree required
Minimum of 4 years of clinical/medical/scientific writing experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of clinical/medical/scientific writing experience
Nice to Have
PhD, MD, or PharmD degree
Proficient knowledge of physiology and/or applicable disease states, medical terminology, CRM therapies and technologies
Experience authoring peer-reviewed manuscript and abstract presentations at major scientific conferences
Working knowledge of relevant medical writing guidelines (e.g. AMA) and current industry publication standards (ICMJE, GPP, etc.)
Excellent writing skills (medical writing certification is a plus: CMPP, BELS, AMWA, MWC)
Experience working with Endnote or other citation management tools
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experience conducting internet literature searches using databases such as PubMed
Experience with literature reviews (meta-analysis experience a plus)
Working knowledge of biostats and clinical trial design
Strong team player and the ability to adapt to competing priorities
Experience working with physicians/key opinion leaders in an industry or clinical setting
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills
About Medtronic
Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.
We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.
Physical Job Requirements
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, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America).
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. Learn more about our benefits here (https://www3.benefitsolver.com/benefits/BenefitSolverView?page_name=signon&co_num=30601&co_affid=medtronic) .
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) here .
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 as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
Min Salary
98400
Max Salary
123000
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.