Senior Medical Science Writer - Onsite

Medtronic plc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 108,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Medtronic plc, based at the Rice Creek East campus in Minnesota, seeks a Senior Medical Science Writer to communicate scientific evidence for Neuromodulation therapies. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with clinical objectives.

The role focuses on manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations for healthcare audiences, with onsite work four days per week and minimal travel. Strong background in regulated medical environments is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree OR master’s degree with 4+ years in medical writing, scientific communications, clinical research, regulatory affairs, or scientific publishing.
• Experience authoring scientific manuscripts, abstracts, posters, or presentations for healthcare or scientific audiences.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting clinical, scientific, or medical literature.
• Experience working in a regulated healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or medical device environment.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications for scientific document development and presentation creation.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and summarize scientific and clinical literature relevant to Neuromodulation therapies.
• Develop manuscripts for peer‑reviewed publication based on studies and reports.
• Create and submit abstracts, posters, and podium presentations for conferences.
• Review promotional and scientific materials for accuracy and alignment with published evidence.
• Prepare responses to audits, regulatory, and submission-related inquiries.
• Collaborate with physicians and internal stakeholders to develop scientific content.
• Identify and report literature-based complaints and adverse events through quality processes.
• Maintain databases of peer‑reviewed literature and internal publications.

Skills

Scientific writing

Medical communications

Regulatory affairs

Literature review

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in life sciences

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 31 Oct 2026 Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

A Day in the Life

The Neuromodulation Operating Unit develops therapies for chronic pain, movement disorders, and other nervous system conditions through spinal cord stimulation, deep brain stimulation, and targeted drug delivery technologies. The Medical Science Writing function supports the generation, review, publication, and dissemination of scientific and clinical evidence that informs healthcare professionals, regulatory stakeholders, and internal partners. Check us out on LinkedIn: Medtronic Brain Modulation and Pain Interventions This position is based at Medtronic’s Rice Creek East campus in Minnesota and follows an onsite work model with a minimum of four days per week in the office. Travel is expected to be minimal. The Senior Medical Science Writer develops and communicates scientific evidence supporting Neuromodulation therapies through publications, literature reviews, scientific presentations, and responses to internal and external inquiries. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams and external healthcare professionals to ensure scientific content is accurate, compliant, and aligned with business and clinical objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and summarize scientific and clinical literature relevant to Neuromodulation therapies.
• Develop manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication based on clinical studies, scientific reports, and other evidence-generation activities.
• Create and submit scientific abstracts, poster presentations, and podium presentations for professional conferences.
• Review promotional and scientific materials for scientific accuracy and alignment with published evidence.
• Prepare responses to audit, regulatory, and submission-related scientific inquiries.
• Collaborate with physicians, healthcare professionals, and internal stakeholders to develop scientific content.
• Identify and report literature-based complaints and adverse events through established quality processes.
• Maintain databases of peer-reviewed literature and internally generated publications.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree OR master’s degree with 4+ years of experience in medical writing, scientific communications, clinical research, regulatory affairs, or scientific publishing.
• Experience authoring scientific manuscripts, abstracts, posters, or presentations for healthcare or scientific audiences.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting clinical, scientific, or medical literature.
• Experience working in a regulated healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or medical device environment.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications for scientific document development and presentation creation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s, PhD, PharmD, or similar) in life sciences, biomedical sciences, engineering, neuroscience, or a related scientific discipline.
• Experience supporting implantable medical devices or neuromodulation therapies.
• Experience publishing in peer-reviewed journals and managing publication processes.
• Experience collaborating with external physicians, researchers, or key opinion leaders on scientific content.
• Knowledge of good publication practices, scientific communications standards, and adverse event reporting requirements.

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

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.

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.

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):$108,000.00 - $162,000.00

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, 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

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