Principal Medical Science Writer - Structural Heart
Posted 2025-08-15
Remote, USA
Full Time
Immediate Start
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 24 Jul 2025
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
The publications team, a part of the SH&A Medical Science Team, is responsible for global evidence dissemination from Medtronic-sponsored clinical trials and registry data. The team supports the development of manuscripts, abstracts, and podium presentations. Medical science writers in this role work closely with Principal Investigators and internal team members from the clinical study team, statistics, physician relations, and clinical leadership. The ideal candidate for this position is experienced in writing and editing manuscripts at a medical device company (preferred) or other industry, with knowledge in structural heart disease, cardiology, and medical devices. Additionally, relevant medical writing certification (AMWA, CMPP, etc) and familiarity with pertinent writing guidelines (ICMJE, AMA, GPP, etc) is strongly desired. A particular emphasis on R&D projects will be needed for this role, and individuals with an engineering background are encouraged to apply.
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. This position is remote to enhance our competitive edge and expand our cross-functional collaboration efforts. This role will require 25% of travel to enhance collaboration and ensure successful completion of projects.
The Principal Medical Science Writer is responsible for the preparation of documents that support the presentation and publication needs of assigned therapeutic areas and/or products in the Structural Heart & Aortic Operating Unit.
Role and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
• Writes, edits, and formats manuscripts and abstracts in collaboration with lead authors
• Prepares congress presentations (oral or poster) for accepted abstracts
• Compiles, analyzes, and summarizes data for each writing project
• Conducts literature searches as needed for new publications
• Develops an in-depth knowledge of key therapy and product areas, stays abreast of current literature
• Collaborates with physicians, engineers, clinical and statistics teams to plan and identify appropriate analysis and publication plans
• Publication Lead for the Technical Evidence Program
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Participates and presents project data findings in Publication Committee meetings, with Structural Heart leadership, KOLs/Physicians, and Core Team members
• Attend Congress meetings (e.g., TCT, CRT, NY Valves, etc.) where presentations are completed by KOLs in order to monitor messages, audit, conduct presenter prep., and/or participate in publication writing meetings
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.
• Bachelors degree required
• Minimum of 7 years of clinical/ medical/ scientific writing experience,
• Or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years clinical/ medical/ scientific writing experience
Nice to Have
• PhD, MD, or PharmD degree
• Engineering degree preferred
• Experience leading teams/programs
• Working knowledge of cardiovascular or structural heart disease device therapies
• Experience writing publications within a medical device company or related industry
• Excellent writing skills (CMPP, BELS, AMWA, MWC certification a plus)
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience conducting literature searches and literature reviews
• Clinical trial experience
• 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
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.
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):$131,200 -$196,800The 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, andSimple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus 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), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
About Medtronic
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.
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.
If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can findherea list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Apply tot his job
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
The publications team, a part of the SH&A Medical Science Team, is responsible for global evidence dissemination from Medtronic-sponsored clinical trials and registry data. The team supports the development of manuscripts, abstracts, and podium presentations. Medical science writers in this role work closely with Principal Investigators and internal team members from the clinical study team, statistics, physician relations, and clinical leadership. The ideal candidate for this position is experienced in writing and editing manuscripts at a medical device company (preferred) or other industry, with knowledge in structural heart disease, cardiology, and medical devices. Additionally, relevant medical writing certification (AMWA, CMPP, etc) and familiarity with pertinent writing guidelines (ICMJE, AMA, GPP, etc) is strongly desired. A particular emphasis on R&D projects will be needed for this role, and individuals with an engineering background are encouraged to apply.
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. This position is remote to enhance our competitive edge and expand our cross-functional collaboration efforts. This role will require 25% of travel to enhance collaboration and ensure successful completion of projects.
The Principal Medical Science Writer is responsible for the preparation of documents that support the presentation and publication needs of assigned therapeutic areas and/or products in the Structural Heart & Aortic Operating Unit.
Role and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
• Writes, edits, and formats manuscripts and abstracts in collaboration with lead authors
• Prepares congress presentations (oral or poster) for accepted abstracts
• Compiles, analyzes, and summarizes data for each writing project
• Conducts literature searches as needed for new publications
• Develops an in-depth knowledge of key therapy and product areas, stays abreast of current literature
• Collaborates with physicians, engineers, clinical and statistics teams to plan and identify appropriate analysis and publication plans
• Publication Lead for the Technical Evidence Program
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Participates and presents project data findings in Publication Committee meetings, with Structural Heart leadership, KOLs/Physicians, and Core Team members
• Attend Congress meetings (e.g., TCT, CRT, NY Valves, etc.) where presentations are completed by KOLs in order to monitor messages, audit, conduct presenter prep., and/or participate in publication writing meetings
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.
• Bachelors degree required
• Minimum of 7 years of clinical/ medical/ scientific writing experience,
• Or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years clinical/ medical/ scientific writing experience
Nice to Have
• PhD, MD, or PharmD degree
• Engineering degree preferred
• Experience leading teams/programs
• Working knowledge of cardiovascular or structural heart disease device therapies
• Experience writing publications within a medical device company or related industry
• Excellent writing skills (CMPP, BELS, AMWA, MWC certification a plus)
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience conducting literature searches and literature reviews
• Clinical trial experience
• 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
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.
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):$131,200 -$196,800The 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, andSimple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus 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), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
About Medtronic
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.
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.
If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can findherea list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Apply tot his job