Clinical Research Specialist - NV - Fridley, MN; Irvine, CA or Lafayette, CO (Onsite).

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 17 Oct 2026

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A Day in the Life

At Medtronic Neuroscience, we bring innovation, expertise, and purpose together to improve care for people living with neurological, spinal, and chronic pain conditions. Our technologies help restore function, improve quality of life, and support better outcomes for patients around the world.

The Neurovascular Operating Unit develops device-based therapies and technologies that support the diagnosis, treatment, and management of neurovascular conditions. The team partners across clinical, regulatory, medical, and product development functions to generate clinical evidence that supports product development, regulatory submissions, and patient access to therapy.

Preference for this position is Fridley, MN, Irvine, CA or Lafayette, CO. If the selected candidate is subject to local Return to Office requirements, those requirements will be followed.

The Clinical Research Specialist supports the execution of clinical studies within the Neurovascular Operating Unit. Working closely with Clinical Study Managers and cross-functional partners, this role is responsible for clinical site management, study documentation, data quality activities, and operational support to ensure studies are conducted in compliance with applicable regulations, study protocols, and internal requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• •Manage clinical study sites from activation through closeout, including site initiation, training, issue resolution, and ongoing support.
• •Review, approve, and maintain regulatory and study-startup documentation to support site activation and continued compliance.
• •Coordinate investigator and site staff activities to ensure protocol adherence, data quality, and achievement of study objectives.
• •Maintain clinical study files, essential documentation, training materials, and study records.
• •Review clinical data, resolve data discrepancies, track open queries, and partner with monitors to address study action items.
• •Support development and execution of clinical management plans, protocols, case report forms, and study-related documentation.
• •Monitor study progress and prepare reports on clinical investigation activities, milestones, and results.
• •Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including study sites, vendors, and cross-functional teams, to support successful study execution.

Required Qualifications

• •High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 6+ years OR Associate's Degree and 4+ years OR Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years OR Advanced Degree in clinical research, clinical operations, or related clinical study support experience.
• •Experience supporting clinical studies and clinical site management activities.
• •Experience working in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) requirements.
• •Experience reviewing clinical data, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining study documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• •Degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a medical/scientific discipline.
• •Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) or Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) certification.
• •Clinical research experience within the medical device industry.
• •Experience managing multiple clinical research sites and supporting clinical operations activities.
• •Knowledge of clinical research regulations and standards, including International Council for Harmonisation (ICH), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Medical Device Regulation (MDR), and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) requirements.

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.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

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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

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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 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).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance , Health Savings Account , Healthcare Flexible Spending Account , Life insurance, Long-term disability leave , Dependent daycare spending account , Tuition assistance/reimbursement , and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and