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IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, THE FOLLOWING BASIC QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE EVIDENT ON YOUR RESUME

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION REQUIRED:  Bachelor’s degree or higher in a biologic science with a  preference towards advanced practice nursing or another medical profession (e.g., nursing, medicine, pharmacy, biological science, or other related medical/scientific field).  

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 4+ years of clinical experience Or Master’s degree and 2+ years of clinical experience
DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Solid medical background with the ability to understand complex disease states and different treatment modalities
Sufficient understanding of basic science concepts to understand medical device components and function
Demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Technical and/or medical writing skills
Industry Experience in a Medical Device or Pharmaceutical Company, in Safety, Medical Affairs, Drug Information, Clinical Research, Clinical Quality, Regulatory, or related discipline. 
Developed project management skills, including ability to balance risk, effectively influence diverse team members, and ownership of responsibility for outcomes. 
Solid critical thinking and problem solving skills 
Proficient computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
High attention to detail and accuracy
Collaborative spirit 
Demonstrated ability to make timely and well-reasoned decisions based on an insightful analysis of all critical information; ability to balance analysis with decisiveness
Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships with co-workers in a cross-functional environment
Strong knowledge of industry standards as well as all applicable laws and regulations 
Work experience in neurological diseases, pain management, infusion technology, or clinical risk management. 
Experience writing medical publications
Epidemiology/statistics education and application. 
Proficiency in MedDRA coding

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.
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.
Minimum travel required – approximately 10%

MEDTRONIC OVERVIEW:
Together, we can change healthcare worldwide.  At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology 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 can 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.

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.
This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

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