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A Day in the LifeJoin Medtronic’s Neuromodulation and Pelvic Health team as a Sr. Strategic Therapy Manager, where you’ll shape the clinical evidence strategy that drives therapy innovation, adoption, and access. This is a high-impact, cross-functional role that bridges science, strategy, and execution, developing clinical roadmaps and incorporating AI and real-world evidence (RWE) to transform patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Evidence Planning
Translate business and therapy strategies into clinical evidence plans to enable clinical insights which drive evidence generation
Own the development and lifecycle of integrated evidence roadmaps
Drive upstream and downstream alignment with R&D, Regulatory, HEOR, Marketing, and Clinical Affairs
AI & RWE Innovation
Identify and apply real-world datasets (EMR, claims, registries) and AI/ML tools to enhance clinical strategy
Collaborate with Data Science to explore digital biomarkers and AI-enabled clinical insights
Guide integration of digital health tools into study design or strategy
Execution & Program Oversight
Support cross-functional core teams with clinical strategy expertise from concept to post-market
Monitor progress, resolve risks, and adapt plans based on closed study insights and market feedback
Review and prioritize External Research Program (ERP) and Collaborative Research Studies
Stakeholder Engagement
Partner with key opinion leaders and scientific advisors to validate strategy direction
Collaborate with Medical Affairs and publication teams to drive timely, impactful dissemination
Ensure regional evidence needs are captured and incorporated into global strategy
Location: Rice Creek/Fridley, MN (Onsite)
Onsite
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. We’re working onsite 4 days a week to drive performance, foster an environment of belonging, and collaborate to inspire as we engineer the extraordinary.
Travel: Up to 20%.
MUST-HAVE Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of clinical research, strategy, or program management experience OR
Advanced degree with 5+ years of clinical research, strategy, or program management experience
Requires comprehensive management expertise and the ability to lead project teams within a department
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree (MS, MPH, MBA) or PhD in life sciences, engineering, or public health
At least 1 year of leadership experience (e.g., leading programs, workstreams, or cross-functional teams)
Experience in a healthcare environment, preferably within medical devices or regulated clinical research
Knowledge of neuromodulation, pelvic health, pain, or neuroscience therapy areas
Strong familiarity with real-world evidence (RWE), AI/ML applications, or digital health
Experience influencing upstream pipeline and downstream reimbursement/market access strategy
PMP certification or formal project/program management training
Excellent stakeholder communication and scientific writing 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 & CompensationMedtronic 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.
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
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.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is considered comprehensive, with high-quality medical, dental, and vision options through major providers and added mental-health resources. These programs are frequently highlighted as a core strength of the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family benefits stand out, including up to 24 weeks paid leave for U.S. birthing parents, 12 weeks for other parents, and a global Family Care Leave at 100% pay. Family-building support (fertility, adoption/surrogacy reimbursements) and backup care further reinforce this strength.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is described as competitive and reliable for long-term savings. Additional financial programs, such as tuition assistance and charitable-gift matching, complement retirement planning.
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