Sr. Scientist

Medtronic•Mounds View, MN

23h•$112,800 - $169,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Scientist performs scientific research, development, and evaluation related to Pulsed Field Ablation. The role focuses on advancing technology, improving performance, and supporting cross-functional product development. It applies technical expertise in preclinical and benchtop testing, experimental design, and data analysis to solve complex problems and help bring innovative therapies to market. The position is onsite at least four days per week.

Requirements

Baccalaureate degree and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or a master's degree and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or a PhD with 0 years of relevant experience.
For a Baccalaureate degree earned outside the United States, the degree must satisfy the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A).

Nice To Haves

Experience in electrophysiology.
Experience in the medical device industry.

Responsibilities

Initiate, design, develop, execute, and implement scientific research projects.
Investigate the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions and products.
Plan and execute laboratory research.
Maintain substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories, and potentially contribute to scientific literature and conferences.
Potentially participate in development of patent applications.
Potentially coordinate interdepartmental activities and research efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
Health, dental, and vision insurance (for regular employees working 20 or more hours per week).
Health Savings Account (for regular employees working 20 or more hours per week).
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (for regular employees working 20 or more hours per week).
Life insurance (for regular employees working 20 or more hours per week).
Long-term disability leave (for regular employees working 20 or more hours per week).
Dependent daycare spending account (for regular employees working 20 or more hours per week).
Tuition assistance or reimbursement (for regular employees working 20 or more hours per week).
Simple Steps global well-being program (for regular employees working 20 or more hours per week).
Incentive plans.
401(k) plan with employer contribution and match.
Short-term disability.
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Employee Assistance Program.
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement, subject to IRS earning minimums.
Capital Accumulation Plan, available to Vice Presidents and above or subject to IRS earning minimums.
Short-term incentive through the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).