Senior Clinical Research Monitor (CRA) at Medtronic

Fridley, Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
  • Advanced knowledge of job area combining breadth and depth, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience (nice to have)
  • Practical knowledge of project management (nice to have)
  • Clinical experience (nice to have)
  • Knowledge of/experience with CTMS/EDC/eTMF/Veeva Vault (nice to have)
  • Experience with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) (nice to have)
  • Excellent interpersonal skills (nice to have)
  • Experience working in a team/matrix environment requiring strong working relationships (nice to have)
  • Ability to handle and prioritize multiple therapeutic areas and projects simultaneously (nice to have)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment (nice to have)
  • Competencies and essential skills in cross functional relationships, decision making, execution/results/process improvement, customer satisfaction (nice to have)
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain composure in difficult circumstances and to identify and adapt to shifting priorities and competing demands (nice to have)
  • High attention to detail and accuracy (nice to have)
  • Experience working independently in a regional area with remote or minimal supervision (nice to have)
  • Strong leadership skills (nice to have)
  • Excellent problem-solving skills (nice to have)
  • Experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and databases applications (e.g., MS Word and Excel) (nice to have)
  • Applied understanding of applicable regulations (e.g., Good Clinical Practices, ICH guidelines, FDA CFR, ISO, clinical research ethics, HIPAA) (nice to have)

Responsibilities

  • Monitors progress of clinical trials at the site level and ensures that they are conducted, recorded and reported in accordance with the protocol, standard operating procedures (SOP), good clinical practices (GCP), and other applicable regulatory requirements
  • Develops and maintains liaison with clinical investigators, clinical research organizations (CRO), affiliated hospitals, and research institutions to initiate and expedite clinical studies on products that have investigational new drug or medical devices approval
  • Reviews medical records with investigators, determines and monitors time, budget, schedules, prepares study documents, and issues status reports
  • Assists with design, development, and monitoring of clinical evaluation projects
  • Proposes solutions and collaborates with monitoring management and study team personnel towards securing Investigator compliance
  • Contacts and recommends qualified investigators to perform studies and initiate clinical trials
  • Ensures recruitment and retention of patients
  • Mentors and/or trains junior personnel
  • Assists site/study teams with audit preparation
  • Authors Monitoring Plans and other study materials
  • Ensures monitors are trained, current with project requirements and understand study milestones
  • Oversight of clinical research conducted at investigational sites to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards, IRB/EC policies and procedures and Business requirements
  • Works under minimal supervision, working closely with study teams, site personnel, Medtronic field personnel and monitoring supervisor for resolution of site issues
  • May play a leadership role in managing monitoring activities

Skills

Clinical Research
GCP
SOP
Protocol Compliance
Site Monitoring
IRB/EC
CRO Management
Investigational Studies
Medical Devices
Regulatory Compliance

Medtronic

Develops and manufactures medical devices and therapies

About Medtronic

Medtronic provides medical technology, services, and solutions to improve patient care. The company develops a variety of medical devices, including pacemakers, insulin pumps, surgical tools, and neurostimulation devices, which help diagnose, prevent, and treat chronic diseases. These products are used by hospitals, clinics, and healthcare professionals around the world. Medtronic stands out from competitors by investing significantly in research and development to create new products and offering additional services like training and patient management programs. The goal of Medtronic is to enhance patient outcomes and lower healthcare costs through its comprehensive range of medical solutions.

Fridley, MinnesotaHeadquarters
1949Year Founded
$3.2MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program

Risks

Emerging competitors like Fire1 threaten Medtronic's heart failure management market share.
Spine biologics market growth may attract new entrants, increasing competition for Medtronic.
Recent IPOs in medtech indicate rising competition, challenging Medtronic's market position.

Differentiation

Medtronic's diverse product range spans cardiovascular, diabetes, neurological, and surgical technologies.
The company invests heavily in R&D to drive innovation in medical devices.
Medtronic offers comprehensive services, including training and technical support, enhancing product value.

Upsides

Exclusive deal with Kuros enhances Medtronic's orthopedic portfolio and market share.
Growing spine biologics market offers expansion opportunities in spinal fusion and regenerative medicine.
Balloon catheters market growth aligns with Medtronic's recent product launches, boosting cardiovascular presence.

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