Principal Clinical Research Scientist

at Abbott

Record last updated: 5/30/2026 6:07:32 PM

Current Days Open
22
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$198,700.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$198,700.00 (Yearly)
Historical Days Open
N/A
First Seen
5/8/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$198,700.00 (Yearly)
5/30/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$198,700.00 (Yearly)
5/30/2026

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Full Job Description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Principal Clinical Research Scientist About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve peoples health. Were always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. In Abbotts Electrophysiology (EP) business, were advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives. Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. Youll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity This position works out of our St. Paul, MN location, supporting our Electrophysiology medical device division. The Principal Clinical Research Scientist will lead scientific activities associated with the design, conduct, and reporting of clinical trials for this therapeutic area. This position will participate in the development of clinical evidence to establish feasibility, achieve regulatory approvals, meet ongoing regulatory requirements, gain reimbursement, and support full commercial adoption of medical devices. You will support the analysis and interpretation of scientific data and write clinical study protocols, reports, and scientific publications. You will aid in the production of additional study-level documents including informed consent forms, case report forms, and investigator brochures. In this role, you will interact with physician Key Opinion Leaders and various cross-functional teams, including Marketing, R&D, Field Operations, Risk Management, Reimbursement, Medical Affairs, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs. You will also interact with global regulatory agencies to obtain market approval of new products, and with study sites to respond to questions throughout the study. What You'll Work On Develops, writes or mentors others in clinical trial design, protocol development, and publication planning. Develops, writes or mentors others in generating and executing on study-level publication projects. Develops, writes, or mentors others in generation of study-related documents and/or contribute content and oversight of such documents, including, but not limited to, clinical study reports, clinical study protocols, case report forms, investigational brochures, and informed consent forms. Review and critically analyze statistical analysis plans. Support regulatory submissions. Facilitate communication between Sales and Marketing, R&D, Program Management, Reimbursement, Medical Affairs, Risk Management, Quality and Regulatory Affairs, and investigational sites. Oversee study Steering Committees and Publication Committees, consisting of physician Key Opinion Leaders globally. Present clinical study results to senior leaders and at investigator meetings. Participate in and support audits. Required Qualifications Advanced degree in the sciences, medicine, or similar discipline. 5+ years of clinical science experience post-degree. Demonstrated scientific writing ability. Experience with international medical device regulations and submissions. Ability to plan and organize project assignments of substantial variety and complexity. Ability to be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction. Excellent organization, problem solving, and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Ability to work within a team in a fast-paced, changing environment. Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail. Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Preferred Qualifications PhD degree in the sciences, medicine, or similar discipline preferred. Experience in the medical device industry. Familiarity with relevant international regulatory requirements for medical devices including Quality Systems standards and clinical investigations. Experience working in a quality system environment preferred. Apply Now * Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year. Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 $198,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Research and Discovery DIVISION: EP Electrophysiology LOCATION: United States > Minnesota > St. Paul > Lillehei : One Lillehei Plaza ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether its next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of lifes greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter

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