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Principal Field Clinical Specialist

0-2 years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 12, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title:

Principal Field Clinical Specialist


Company:

Abbott Laboratories


Category:

Medical and Clinical Affairs


Location:

Remote – United States (Preferred: Florida, Georgia, or nearby states)


About Abbott:

Abbott is a global healthcare leader dedicated to helping people live more fully at all stages of life. The company’s diverse portfolio spans:

  • Diagnostics

  • Medical Devices

  • Nutritionals

  • Branded Generic Medicines

With over 114,000 employees in 160+ countries, Abbott is consistently recognized as:

  • One of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies

  • A Top Employer for diversity, women, and scientists

  • Among the Best Big Companies to Work For globally


About the Division:

Abbott Vascular delivers innovative, minimally invasive and cost-effective solutions for the treatment of vascular diseases, improving both clinical outcomes and patient quality of life.


The Opportunity:

Abbott is seeking an experienced Principal Field Clinical Specialist to join its Global Clinical Affairs team within the Vascular Division.
This remote role involves clinical trial oversight, research execution, and data collection management for Abbott’s vascular products.

As a senior-level specialist, you will serve as a highly experienced clinical resource, leading study planning, implementation, and compliance across multiple sites.


Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Operations

  • Implement and oversee clinical protocols; ensure timely completion of final reports.

  • Direct and manage human clinical trials (Phases III & IV) for new product development.

  • Recruit clinical investigators and negotiate study designs, timelines, and budgets.

  • Coordinate and monitor investigator-initiated studies and group trials.

  • Ensure adherence to clinical protocols and determine study completion status.

Regulatory and Safety

  • Participate in adverse event reporting and safety monitoring.

  • Provide data and documentation for regulatory agency submissions.

  • Ensure compliance with Abbott’s Quality Systems and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with internal teams (Clinical, Regulatory, R&D, and Medical Affairs).

  • Serve as a consultant/liaison when collaborating with external organizations under licensing agreements.


Travel Requirement:

✈️ Up to 80% travel (domestic and regional)


Education & Experience:

Required:

  • Associate’s Degree

  • Minimum 7 years of Cath Lab and/or Medical Device experience

Preferred:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (Science, Medicine, or related field)

  • Expertise in:

    • Coronary and Peripheral Technologies

    • Clinical Trial Support

    • Product Development

    • Cath Lab or Surgical Technology

    • Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)


Skills & Attributes:

  • Strong understanding of clinical research operations and regulatory compliance

  • Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

  • Proven ability to manage multiple studies under tight timelines

  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional and global teams

  • Willingness to travel extensively for site monitoring and investigator engagement


Compensation:

💰 Base Pay Range: $97,300 – $194,700
(Pay may vary based on experience and geographic location.)


Employee Benefits:

  • Free Medical Coverage (HIP PPO Plan)

  • Retirement Savings Plan with high employer contribution

  • Tuition Reimbursement and Freedom 2 Save student debt program

  • FreeU Education Benefit – affordable bachelor’s degree pathway

  • Comprehensive Health & Wellness Programs (medical, dental, vision, occupational)

  • Paid Time Off and 401(k) match

  • Career growth and international development opportunities


Equal Opportunity Statement:

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion across all teams.


Application Information:

🌐 Website: www.abbott.com
👥 Facebook: facebook.com/Abbott
🐦 X (Twitter): @AbbottNews | @AbbottGlobal
💼 Benefits Info: www.abbottbenefits.com