Clinical Research Program Manager, Diabetes (open to remote)

Medtronic

Los Angeles California

United States

Scientific Research
(No Timezone Provided)

Careers That Change Lives

In this exciting role as the Clinical Research Program Manager, you will be responsible for leading clinical research programs and activities in support of new and existing Diabetes products and therapies to achieve regulatory approval and establish comprehensive clinical evidence. This position will report directly to the Clinical Research Director for Program Management.

Join a diverse team of innovators who bring their worldview, their unique backgrounds, and their individual life experiences to work every day. It’s no accident — we work hard to cultivate a workforce that reflects our patients and partners. We believe it’s the only way to drive healthcare forward and remain a global leader in medical technology and solutions. To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at Medtronic Click Here.

The Diabetes Operating Unit focuses on improving the lives of those within the global diabetes community. As a business, we strive to empower people with diabetes to live life on their terms by delivering innovation that truly matters and providing support in the ways they need it. We’re committed to meeting people with diabetes where they are in their journey, always with an aim to make their lives easier. Our portfolio of innovative solutions are designed to provide customers greater freedom and better health, helping them achieve better glucose​ control, while spending less time managing their disease.

Location: Northridge, CA / Mounds View, MN but open to remote within U.S.

Ability to travel up to 25%, domestically and internationally

A Day in the Life

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

  • Provides leadership for the conduct of clinical studies and for the regulatory affairs function as it applies to product approval.
  • Develops and implements regulatory strategies to obtain timely product approvals form worldwide regulatory bodies.
  • Ensures clinical portions of regulatory submissions are accurately prepared and comply with regulatory approvals.
  • People working within region/country may also have the responsibilities that include representing Medtronic from a clinical research respective within the country / region and also collects feedback from local customers and authorities.
  • Ensure effectiveness of our global matrix through strong collaboration and communication with Geography leadership and various internal and external parties.
  • Establish improved structures and processes; serve as a role model in demonstrating collaborative behaviors and a boundary-less mindset.
  • Establish clinical goals, strategies, plans and objectives that are consistent with the organization. Regularly review clinical metrics against objective and take actions to assess deviations from the plans, as/where necessary. Drive the clinical organization to meet or exceed objectives. Continue to present and communicate with senior management on progress, barriers, and potential solutions.
  • Leads execution for both local and global studies, manages clinical research projects over all of the Medtronic therapies across multiple businesses.
  • Review and evaluate team and individual goals; assess talent management and foster relationships through motivation, coaching, and building trust. Identify team and individual goals and passions to empower and motivate through continued development.
  • Lead the optimization of procedures and processes. Identify barriers of inefficiencies to flush out and streamline best practices.
  • In partnership with various functions, optimize cross-functional processes and communication; drive best practices and uniformity as/where applicable.
  • Develop departmental policies, procedures and plans to facilitate the continued evolution and adaptation of MDT and MCO/Diabetes organizations
  • Directly responsible for a clinical team and will set the direction for the department and drive execution in a timely fashion.
  • Will be required to present to executive team and other senior level positions concerning status department initiatives or studies.
  • May represent the Medical Director/Clinical Director at external activities and functions as needed.
  • Works within and actively promotes Medtronic’s core mission, corporate strategies, policies, procedures and Code of Conduct
    • Must Have (Minimum Requirements): To be considered for this role, the minimum requirements must be evident on your resume.

    Bachelor’s degree required with a minimum of 5 years of clinical research with project/program management experience or skills, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of clinical research project/program management experience or skills

    Nice to Have (Preferred Qualifications):

  • Experience as a Program Manager at Medtronic or medical device industry in Clinical Research or Clinical/Medical Science
  • Global/International clinical trial management experience/ experience managing projects in a global scope working with cross-functional teams
  • Experience monitoring functions and clinical research methodologies as well as understanding global regulations and policies
  • Experience in training/as a liaison to present complex technical products and processes to physicians / sites in a clear, direct manner.
  • Experience in budgeting and working with Finance
  • Experience in working in cross functional environment, with Research and Development, Regulatory, International and Legal organizations.
  • Proficiency with writing reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals with advanced written, presentation and oral communications skills

    • 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. 

    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. (ADA-United States of America).

    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.

    Learn more about our benefits at benefits.medtronic.com

    Additional Information
  • Posting Date: Nov 9, 2021
  • Travel: Yes, < 25 % of the Time

    • Clinical Research Program Manager, Diabetes (open to remote)

    Medtronic

    Los Angeles California

    United States

    Scientific Research

    (No Timezone Provided)

    Careers That Change Lives

    In this exciting role as the Clinical Research Program Manager, you will be responsible for leading clinical research programs and activities in support of new and existing Diabetes products and therapies to achieve regulatory approval and establish comprehensive clinical evidence. This position will report directly to the Clinical Research Director for Program Management.

    Join a diverse team of innovators who bring their worldview, their unique backgrounds, and their individual life experiences to work every day. It’s no accident — we work hard to cultivate a workforce that reflects our patients and partners. We believe it’s the only way to drive healthcare forward and remain a global leader in medical technology and solutions. To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at Medtronic Click Here.

    The Diabetes Operating Unit focuses on improving the lives of those within the global diabetes community. As a business, we strive to empower people with diabetes to live life on their terms by delivering innovation that truly matters and providing support in the ways they need it. We’re committed to meeting people with diabetes where they are in their journey, always with an aim to make their lives easier. Our portfolio of innovative solutions are designed to provide customers greater freedom and better health, helping them achieve better glucose​ control, while spending less time managing their disease.

    Location: Northridge, CA / Mounds View, MN but open to remote within U.S.

    Ability to travel up to 25%, domestically and internationally

    A Day in the Life

    Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

  • Provides leadership for the conduct of clinical studies and for the regulatory affairs function as it applies to product approval.
  • Develops and implements regulatory strategies to obtain timely product approvals form worldwide regulatory bodies.
  • Ensures clinical portions of regulatory submissions are accurately prepared and comply with regulatory approvals.
  • People working within region/country may also have the responsibilities that include representing Medtronic from a clinical research respective within the country / region and also collects feedback from local customers and authorities.
  • Ensure effectiveness of our global matrix through strong collaboration and communication with Geography leadership and various internal and external parties.
  • Establish improved structures and processes; serve as a role model in demonstrating collaborative behaviors and a boundary-less mindset.
  • Establish clinical goals, strategies, plans and objectives that are consistent with the organization. Regularly review clinical metrics against objective and take actions to assess deviations from the plans, as/where necessary. Drive the clinical organization to meet or exceed objectives. Continue to present and communicate with senior management on progress, barriers, and potential solutions.
  • Leads execution for both local and global studies, manages clinical research projects over all of the Medtronic therapies across multiple businesses.
  • Review and evaluate team and individual goals; assess talent management and foster relationships through motivation, coaching, and building trust. Identify team and individual goals and passions to empower and motivate through continued development.
  • Lead the optimization of procedures and processes. Identify barriers of inefficiencies to flush out and streamline best practices.
  • In partnership with various functions, optimize cross-functional processes and communication; drive best practices and uniformity as/where applicable.
  • Develop departmental policies, procedures and plans to facilitate the continued evolution and adaptation of MDT and MCO/Diabetes organizations
  • Directly responsible for a clinical team and will set the direction for the department and drive execution in a timely fashion.
  • Will be required to present to executive team and other senior level positions concerning status department initiatives or studies.
  • May represent the Medical Director/Clinical Director at external activities and functions as needed.
  • Works within and actively promotes Medtronic’s core mission, corporate strategies, policies, procedures and Code of Conduct
    • Must Have (Minimum Requirements): To be considered for this role, the minimum requirements must be evident on your resume.

    Bachelor’s degree required with a minimum of 5 years of clinical research with project/program management experience or skills, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of clinical research project/program management experience or skills

    Nice to Have (Preferred Qualifications):

  • Experience as a Program Manager at Medtronic or medical device industry in Clinical Research or Clinical/Medical Science
  • Global/International clinical trial management experience/ experience managing projects in a global scope working with cross-functional teams
  • Experience monitoring functions and clinical research methodologies as well as understanding global regulations and policies
  • Experience in training/as a liaison to present complex technical products and processes to physicians / sites in a clear, direct manner.
  • Experience in budgeting and working with Finance
  • Experience in working in cross functional environment, with Research and Development, Regulatory, International and Legal organizations.
  • Proficiency with writing reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals with advanced written, presentation and oral communications skills

    • 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. 

    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. (ADA-United States of America).

    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.

    Learn more about our benefits at benefits.medtronic.com

    Additional Information
  • Posting Date: Nov 9, 2021
  • Travel: Yes, < 25 % of the Time

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