Senior Research Manager - CRM

Senior Research Manager Careers That Change Lives

At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology can do to make tomorrow better than yesterday, and that makes it an exciting and rewarding place to work. We value what makes you unique. Be a part of a company that thinks differently to solve problems, make progress, and deliver meaningful innovations. The Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) Operating Unit offers devices and therapies that treat patients with abnormal heart rhythms and heart failure. We are comprised of three businesses: Cardiac Pacing Therapies, Cardiovascular Diagnostics & Services, and Defibrillation Solutions.

In this exciting role as a Senior Research Manager for the Primary Battery Technology team in the Energy Solutions Technology organization of Electrophysiology Therapies you will lead a group of talented scientists, engineers and technicians engaged in research and technology development of primary battery solutions for medical devices. The Senior Research Manager will provide technical guidance to team members through reviews of test plans and reports, white papers, mathematical model development and documentation, technology development phase gate reviews, and facilitate successful completion of technology development projects focused on advanced materials, manufacturing technologies such as dry electrode processing and calendaring. The manager will be expected to facilitate collaboration with product development and quality teams on FMEAs, FTAs, hazard assessments, and developing reliability and system longevity models. Responsibilities will include interactions with internal business and operating unit customers to understand system level needs to create technology roadmaps, develop proposals for technology and development programs, monitor and report on progress on key objectives for the team.

This position is in Brooklyn Center, MN. within the Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) operating unit. At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We are working on-site 4 days per week as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. This role will require less than 10% of travel to enhance collaboration and ensure successful completion of projects.

We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive.

A Day in Life:

In general, the following responsibilities apply for the Senior Research Manager role. This includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Directs the activities of a scientific group in the research and/or development of an organization's products, projects, and programs.
• Collaborates with others on the direction of basic research and development relevant to long-term objectives and concerns.
• Writes and approves manuscripts for publication.
• Develops strategies to ensure effective achievement of scientific objectives.
• Monitors and evaluates completion of tasks and projects.
• Oversees interdepartmental activities and research efforts.
• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

Qualifications

Must Have - Minimum Requirements

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, PLEASE BE SURE THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ARE EVIDENT ON YOUR RESUME

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, or a related technical discipline and minimum of 7 years of technical work experience OR advanced degree with 5 years of work technical experience.

Nice to Have

• Experience in medical device or other regulated industry/environment.
• Masters's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science
• Expertise in electrochemistry, lithium metal and primary batteries, active materials (cathode materials such as carbon monofluoride and silver vanadium oxide, anode materials based on Li metal and alloys), advanced electrode manufacturing processes such as ones based on dry PTFE, mixing and calendaring technologies, materials characterization techniques, exposure to advanced battery test methods, data acquisition and data handling methods
• Experience with statistics, advanced mathematical modeling methods, data science and physics informed machine learning methods
• Experience with developing and scaling component technology for high reliability systems, design for reliability, manufacturability/Design for Six Sigma
• Experience in writing research proposals, project management, and with cross functional business unit partners, academic collaborations
  Prior functional group management experience; experience managing PhD level scientists and engineers

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 accommodation 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):$186,400.00 - $279,600.00

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 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), and Capital 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

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