Associate Clinical Research Specialist

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.

·         Bachelor’s degree and 2 years’ work experience or Master’s / advanced degree with 1 year work experience

·         Experience in clinical or clinical research/studies/operations

·         Experience in healthcare industry (e.g., medical device, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, life   sciences, hospital, research centers/universities, or physician’s office)

Nice to Have

·         Bachelor’s degree in Sciences

·         Experience with regulatory compliance guidelines for clinical trials 

·         Knowledge of Diabetes

·         Experience with Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

·         Good written and oral communications skills, with proficient knowledge of medical    terminology.

·         Experience in working in cross functional environment, with Research and Development,    Regulatory, International and Legal organizations.

·         Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets applications (e.g., MS Word and Excel)

·         Experience in clinical trials, industry experience (medical device preferred)

·         Attention to detail and accuracy and ability to manage multiple tasks.

·         Strong verbal and written communication skills, technical and problem solving skill

·         Able to read, analyze and interpret general business documents, technical procedures, and  specifications

·         Able to work effectively, independently and on cross-functional teams

·         Able to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals effectively

·         Able to frequently use general knowledge of industry regulations, practices, techniques, and   standards

·         Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity

·         Able to refer to policies and regulations for guidance

·         Willing to be flexible with work hours

Physical Job Requirements

·         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.

·         While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear,      frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms, and regularly required to stand;  walk  and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

·         Extended periods of time doing computer-based work

·         Normal fast-paced office environment; requires use of telephone and significant use of    computer keyboard, monitor, and mouse.

·         The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

·         Stand/sit 40 hours/week.

·         May require working extended hours as required to meet reporting requirements.

·         Candidates must be able to work flexible hours that may include working occasional  weekends or evenings. 

·         Ability to travel up to 25% of the time (including extended air travel)

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.

EEO

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.

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