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Senior Clinical Research Scientist

4 years
$75,300.00 – $150,700.00
10 Sept. 9, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/ M.Sc/ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ 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

Senior Clinical Research Scientist

Location: St. Paul, MN | Plymouth, MN | Austin, TX | Santa Clara, CA
Division: Electrophysiology (EP)


About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health at all stages of life. With 114,000 colleagues in over 160 countries, our portfolio spans diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines.

In our Electrophysiology (EP) business, we advance the treatment of heart disease through innovative technologies in atrial fibrillation, helping people restore their health and live fuller lives.


Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can:

  • Do work that matters and make a lasting impact.

  • Grow and learn with career development opportunities at a global company.

  • Care for yourself and your family with industry-leading benefits.

  • Be your true self in an inclusive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Free medical coverage* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

  • Excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

  • Tuition reimbursement, student debt assistance, and FreeU bachelor’s degree program

  • Career development opportunities worldwide

  • Recognition as one of the best workplaces for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists


The Opportunity

As a Senior Clinical Research Scientist, you will lead scientific activities supporting the design, execution, and reporting of clinical trials within the Electrophysiology therapeutic area. Your work will generate clinical evidence that supports regulatory approvals, reimbursement, and commercial adoption of Abbott’s innovative medical devices.

You will collaborate with physician Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and cross-functional teams, including Marketing, R&D, Field Operations, Medical Affairs, Risk Management, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs. You will also interact with global regulatory agencies and study sites throughout clinical investigations.


Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to clinical trial design, protocol development, and publication planning.

  • Generate and manage study-level publication projects.

  • Prepare clinical study reports and related documents (informed consent forms, CRFs, investigator brochures).

  • Support regulatory submissions.

  • Oversee study Steering Committees and Publication Committees with global physician KOLs.

  • Present clinical study results to senior leadership and at investigator meetings.

  • Collaborate across functions to support regulatory, reimbursement, and quality requirements.

  • Participate in and support audits.


Required Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in sciences, medicine, or related field.

  • Minimum 4 years of post-degree clinical research experience.

  • Demonstrated scientific writing ability.

  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication across all organizational levels.

  • Strong attention to detail, follow-up, and project management skills.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in the medical device industry.

  • Knowledge of international medical device regulations and submissions.

  • Familiarity with Quality Systems standards and clinical investigations.

  • Experience working in a quality system environment.


Compensation

  • Base Pay Range: $75,300 – $150,700 (may vary by location).


Apply Now

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that helps you build your future and live your best life.

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*Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan (coverage applies in the next calendar year).

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.