[{"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Engineer - Quality\nJob Requisition #: 12010\nDate Posted: 11/29/2011\nCategory: Engineering Quality\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Minnetonka.\n\nJob Overview\nThis position is responsible for developing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support within new product development, manufacturing, or system/services support.\nEssential Functions:\n Identify and implement effective process control systems to support the development, qualification, and on-going  manufacturing of products to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n Lead, coach, and mentor non-exempt and entry level exempt personnel\n Assist in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues\n Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues\n Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement\n Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports\n Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications\n Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances\n Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)\n Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis\n Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation\n Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities\n Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements\n\nQualifications:\n BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred\n 5+ years experience\n Demonstrated supervisory experience preferred\n Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies\n Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971\n Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n Strong project management and leadership skills, including the demonstrated ability to lead multi-departmental project teams and resolve quality-related issues in a timely and effective manner\n Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n Prior medical device experience preferred\n Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Engineer - Quality", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25090423/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-11-29 19:42:09", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 25090423}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Maple Grove", "description": "Senior Packaging Engineering Manager\nJob Requisition #: 12013\nDate Posted: 11/29/2011\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Maple Grove - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Maple Grove.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nManages the planning and completion of packaging engineering projects, including the design and development of packaging and labeling processes, documentation, tooling, and fixtures in order to enhance productivity and product quality.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Provide leadership to packaging engineering staff regarding project prioritization, process validations, and continuous improvements\n Implement and manage resource planning and project management tools\n Support ongoing production and new product introductions\n Monitor and evaluate project and department progress and results\n Participate in cross-functional teams\n Review and approve protocol and written reports\n Drive continuous improvement of packaging engineering technical capabilities\n Prepare technical reports, analysis, recommendations and presentations reflecting the status and results of projects in progress on a regular basis\n Coach, manage and develop technical staff\n Develop, implement, train and monitor effectiveness of engineering systems and procedures\nto ensure compliance to FDA, GMP and all other applicable agency regulations\n Ensure a safe work environment consistent with OSHA requirements and St. Jude Medical Policies\n Prepare departmental budgets and control expenditures to stay within spending limits\n\nQualifications:\n BS in Packaging Engineering or equivalent technical field; advanced degree preferred\n 10 years manufacturing experience, with 5 years of people management experience\n Solid knowledge of GMP, ISO regulations.\n Prior experience in medical device manufacturing\n Prior experience in medical device and/or pharmaceutical labeling requirements\n Prior experience in medical device identification coding (UDI, GS1, etc...)\n Experience with statistical techniques (e.g., DOE, SPC)\n Solid people management and communication skills\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Senior Packaging Engineering Manager", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25090430/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-11-29 19:42:15", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Maple Grove, MN", "uid": 25090430}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Product Manager- Deep Brain Stimulation\nJob Requisition #: ID11725\nDate Posted: 11/11/2011\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our International Sales Division located in St. Paul, MN:\n\nJob Overview\nProvide Product Marketing support for Deep Brain Stimulant products sold globally. Act as a key interface between our International Customers, our geographic sales teams and the Product Division. Be responsible for the development of specific marketing plans and activities for specific products to establish, enhance or distinguish product placement within the competitive arena. Develop business plans and product positioning in the marketplace. Oversee market research, monitor competitive activity, and identify customer needs. Establish pricing strategies. Interface with engineering, manufacturing, and sales to develop new products or enhance existing products.\n\nTYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nPlan and prepare product launches in cooperation with the Product Division /International Marketing and facilitate implementation throughout the geographies.\nEvaluate strategies for product launches to ensure products are properly positioned and that brochures, sales sheets and supporting materials will launch products successfully and stimulate sales.\nDevelop recommendations on translating data collected on customer needs into engineering measures to evaluate products performance.\nDevelop recommendations on appropriate process for new products and on pricing and positioning strategies.\nPrepare monthly new product launch updates for assigned products including metrics, strengths, gaps, strategies to close gaps, etc.\nProvide analyses that highlight sales opportunities, trends and issues.\nProvide rapid response to product issues and needs (e.g. competitive intelligence and approvals, clinical, regulatory and legal)\nContribute to the development of the International Division's annual strategic plan and operating plan\nDevelop marketing materials outside of new product launches\nDevelop obsolescence strategy to manage complete product portfolio\nRepresent the company by visiting accounts in order to solicit feedback on company products and services.\nDevelop appropriate strategies and plans in order to monitor and respond to changes in the market place, competitors, and performance versus objectives by major geography.\nWork with the marketing manager to represent the Global viewpoint in the new product development process.\nDetermine clear and specific priorities for the development of new products and product enhancements by defining customer needs and working with other internal functional groups.\nRapid response to product issues and needs (e.g. competitive intelligence and approvals, clinical, regulatory and legal).\nContribute toward the development of an annual departmental budget by forecasting future needs, utilizing previous years budget, current objectives and budget guidelines.\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nBachelors degree in business, sciences, or nursing required\n2 + years sales and/or marketing experience within Medical Device Industry including market plan development and execution, working effectively in a complex, multi-tasking environment\nPrevious experience managing multiple, simultaneous new product launches required\n5+ years experience using spreadsheets, databases and presentation software\nStrong oral and written communication skills, influence management skills and negotiation skills, while remaining sensitive to cultural differences\nStrong analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills required\nStrong individual self starter who has ability to develop and execute on plans\nStrong conflict resolution skills to achieve results through cross functional groups\nStrong team playerability to work as a key member of the International Division marketing team.\nStrong leadership skillsability to function as the marketing lead on high profile projects around the world\nProject management skillsability to manage complex projects and programs. Ability to pull the appropriate functional and geographic functions together to support initiatives\nAbility to distinguish between Objectives, Strategies and Tactics\nKnowledge/experience with customer base\nUnderstanding of medical products clinical and regulatory process and environments\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\nMBA with marketing emphasis preferred\n5+ years marketing experience representing neuromodulation products preferred\nPrevious experience collaborating with international marketing and sales teams\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:\n20-25% to international locations including Europe, Asia Pacific and Japan\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT\nReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires significant travel to all international locations of St. Jude business interests outside of the US.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Product Manager- Deep Brain Stimulation", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24833475/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-11-11 22:04:29", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 24833475}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr./ Manager, Marketing- NM\nJob Requisition #: ID11723\nDate Posted: 11/11/2011\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our International Sales Division located in St. Paul, MN:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Marketing Sr./Manager is responsible for managing a team of Product Managers to build the commercial roadmap for Neuromodulation products by working across all International Division geographies. The Marketing Manager will work with the Director of Neuromodulation Marketing to partner with our product division and geography colleagues to map and execute comprehensive plans supporting commercialization of Deep Brain Stimulation products.\n\nTYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nManage Product Managers to build the commercial roadmap for assigned products. This includes:\noDefining target markets which are appropriate to achieve revenue expectations\noDetermining promotional pricing\noCreating customer product information collateral\noCreating customer training collateral\noCreating sales training material\noConducting sales product training\nPartner with global sales management to secure necessary sales representative attention for product lines\nMaintain global programs for products which have already been released including customer loyalty programs and appropriate multimedia campaigns\nDevelop and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders\nPartner with geography marketing leaders to identify and drive a successful presence at key global tradeshows\nManage key metrics to identify product penetration in global markets\noDevelop and implement plans of action where penetration is weaker\nManage performance of direct reports by coaching staff on regular basis, conducting performance evaluations in a timely manner, rewarding for excellent performance, addressing poor performance and managing employee development plans\nManage the completion of quality and compliance requirements for team\nPlan and prepare product launches in cooperation with the Product Division/International Marketing and facilitate implementation throughout the geographies\nWork with the geographies to create post-launch programs to extend product launches.\nHelp the geographies resolve product, regulatory and clinical issues that impact their ability to sell.\nMonitor and respond to changes in the market place based on performance vs. business and sales objectives by major geography.\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nBachelors degree in business, sciences, or nursing required\n4 + years sales and/or marketing experience within Medical Device Industry including market plan development and experience managing multiple, simultaneous new product launches\n5+ years experience using spreadsheets, databases and presentation software\nStrong communications and negotiation skills, sensitive to cultural differences\nStrong analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills required\nStrong individual self starter who has ability to develop and execute on plans\nExcellent communication skillshas frequent contact with key opinion leaders and broad customer contact as well as interfaces with senior-level management from cross functional groups and geographies to facilitate product related decisions.\nStrong team playerability to work as a key member of the International Division marketing team.\nStrong leadership skillsability to function as the marketing lead on high profile projects around the world.\nProject management skillsability to manage complex projects and programs. Ability to pull the appropriate functional and geographic functions together to support initiatives.\nAbility to distinguish between Objectives, Strategies and Tactics.\n\nPREFERRED QAULIFICATIONS\nMBA with Marketing emphasis preferred\n5 years experience marketing Neuromodulation products\n5 years experience managing team of Product Marketing Managers and/or Marketing Specialists\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:\n25-30% travel should be expected in Europe, Asia Pacific and Japan on regular basis with travel; up to 50% at times\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT\nReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires significant travel to all international locations of St. Jude business interests outside of the US.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr./ Manager, Marketing- NM", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24833477/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-11-11 22:04:29", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 24833477}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Marketing Communications Manager\nJob Requisition #: ID11729\nDate Posted: 11/21/2011\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our International Sales Division located in St. Paul, MN:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Marketing Communication Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of marketing communications programs to support St. Jude Medicals strategic objectives for the International Division.\n\nTYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nPartner with the Product Divsions and International Marketing Geography and Country teams to create collateral for customers, sales team, public affairs and other internal customers\nManage and assure timely, efficient and professional distribution of marketing materials internally and externally\nLaise with a cross-functional team to ensure that content is reviewd by the appropriate resouces to ensure accuracy and on-targeting messaging\nPartner with Geographies and Country communications teams to execute marketing programs including email campaigns, intranet sites, webcasts, events and other campaigns\nEnsure consistent messaging and branding throughout campaigns, web content, trade show signage, and public relations activities\nMaintain up-to-date industry knowledge of trends, technologies, and best practices on an on going basis\nManage performance of direct reports by coaching staff on regular basis, conducting performance evaluations in a timely manner, rewarding for excellent performance, addressing poor performance and managing employee development plans\nOversee launch material inventory and coordinate kit assembly and distribution\nManage reprints, print production and management of new materials as needed, inlcuding ordering of clinical article reprints\nFacilitate Congress strategy and planning with the Product divisions and Geography Marketing and Marcomm Team.\nManages all requests to purchasing to ensure smooth transition of material into SAP\nManage the marketing communications budget for assigned projects and program(s)\nEstablish and maintain the ID Marcom library and update the ID Marcom portfolios quarterly\nWork closely with vendors regarding printing and fulfillment\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nBachelors degree in Business. Marketing Communications, Journalism, or Public Relations\n5+ years experience in Marketing Communications in the medical device industry\nPrevious experience working effectively in a complex, multi-tasking environment\nStrong individual self-starter who has ability to develop and execute on plans within time and within budget\nStrong influence management skillseffectively influences a wide variety geographies/cultures including Europe, Asia Pacific, Japan, Australia and Canada and functions\nExcellent verbal communication skillshas frequent contact with broad customer contact as well as interfaces with senior-level management from cross functional groups and geographies Strong team playerability to work as a key member of the International Division marketing team\nExcellent written communication skills to draft communications for far reaching international audiences\nStrong leadership skillsability to function as the marketing lead on high profile projects around the world\nProject management skillsability to manage complex projects and programs while pulling in the appropriate functional and geographic functions together to support initiatives\nExpertise is translating business goals and strategies into actionable and measurable marketing and communication campaigns\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:\n25-30% travel should be expected in Europe, Asia Pacific and Japan\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT\nReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires significant independent travel to all international locations of St. Jude business interests outside of the US.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Marketing Communications Manager", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24984030/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-11-21 20:07:01", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 24984030}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Process Engineer II, New Product Development\nJob Requisition #: AF13664\nDate Posted: 12/12/2011\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber Process Engineer in the Advanced Process Development group to design and implement robust, capable manufacturing processes to facilitate production of high quality medical devices.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n Responsible for developing manufacturing processes that are capable of achieving design requirements as well as manufacturing requirements from the laboratory through pilot plant and manufacturing scale.\n Proactively participate in cross-functional teams focused on design for manufacturability of new products.\n Team contributor in the efforts to design, develop and continuously improve manufacturing processes. Provides guidance regarding implications of potential design change considerations to manufacturing.\n Understands relationships between materials selected and processes utilized.\n Analyze product design to develop, characterize and optimize process technologies.\n Identify and develop equipment specifications and tooling required.\n Work with internal or external vendors to fabricate necessary equipment and fixtures.\n Investigate and evaluate external process technologies.\n Lead justification and purchase of new capital equipment and/or upgrades of existing capital equipment.\n Develop master validation plans and PFMEAs, complete process validation activities as required including equipment qualification.\n Design and implement validation protocols for process improvements including comprehensive engineering reports providing analysis of results.\n Support developed processes through implementation and assist manufacturing personnel with the transfer to production phases.\n Communicate project or task purpose, scope, schedule, team roles and responsibilities and metrics to other team members and/or to management.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n Bachelors degree in an Engineering or Science discipline, advanced degree preferred.\n Minimum, two years experience in process development with manufacturing equipment.\n Experience with process development including characterization, process optimization and validation using statistical tools such as DOE, Gage R&R, FMEA, and Capability analysis.\n Strong problem solving skills with Design for Manufacturing and Design for Six Sigma experience preferred.\n Experience with equipment and tooling design including machine specifications.\n Must have proven ability to write protocols, reports and technical plans.\n Ability to provide innovative solutions to complex problems.\n Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities to ensure deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment.\n Have the ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.\n Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings\n Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization.\n Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills.\n Energized attitude.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com. St. Jude Medical is an equal opportunity employer.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Process Engineer II, New Product Development", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25308321/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-12-12 21:45:30", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 25308321}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Cardio-Plymouth", "description": "Analyst - Product Surveillance\nJob Requisition #: 11689\nDate Posted: 09/15/2011\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: Cardio-Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Senior Product Surveillance Analyst is responsible for analyses and control of complaints received from external customers in compliance with FDA, ISO and QSR guidelines. This role facilitates all complaint investigation activities with cross functional team members and prepares complaint investigation reports.\n\nResponsibilities:\nInvestigates customer complaints daily related to product quality and patient safety\nMaintains oversight of the complaints and daily processes to ensure issues are being addressed in a timely and thorough manner and conform to complaint policy and procedures\noThis includes performance of data entry, maintenance, filing, and report generation for various aspects of complaint/product handling per standard responsibilities\nPerforms investigative tasks to determine root cause and resolution of identified complaints. This includes interactions with appropriate stakeholders including but not limited to customers, medical professionals, field staff and company affiliates to obtain information pertinent to investigations\nWorks closely with the Engineering, Quality and support departments to complete complaint analysis and document investigation results\nMakes Adverse Event Reportability decisions in accordance with US and International regulations\nGenerates Medical Device Reports (MDRs) and Vigilance Reports\nAnalyzes and trends Complaint data periodically to identify new and/or systemic issues as necessary\nDesign and distribute data reports to clinical, sales, marketing and production teams in order to facilitate communication and understanding of systemic issues\nPrepares responses to customers and field as necessary per process\nTrains and guides other employees on reporting regulations\nParticipates in development, maintenance and monitoring of programs for compliance with the Quality Systems Regulations (QSR) and internal procedures\n\nQUALIFICATIONS:\nB.S. degree in healthcare, science, or related field (Prefer RN certification)\nMinimum of five (5) years of experience in a quality or manufacturing environment or clinical experience\nPrefer experience with FDA and/or ISO regulations for device manufacturing\nPossess prudent and practical decision-making abilities, good written and verbal communication skills, and ability to work independently without direct supervision, good organizational skills, and effective interpersonal skills\nPossess the ability to manage many tasks and in an organized fashion\nPossess intermediate computer skills, computer software and PC experience, including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc\nAbility to maintain confidentiality and discretion in business relationships and exercise sound business judgment\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Analyst - Product Surveillance", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23640434/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-09-15 18:08:35", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Cardio-Plymouth, MN", "uid": 23640434}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Engineer - Quality\nJob Requisition #: 12017\nDate Posted: 12/01/2011\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Minnetonka.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary: This position is responsible for developing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support within new product development, manufacturing, or system/services support.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Identify and implement effective process control systems to support the development, qualification, and on-going manufacturing of products to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n Assist in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues\n Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues\n Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement\n Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports\n Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications\n Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances\n Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)\n Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis\n Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation\n Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities\n\n\nQualifications:\n BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred\n 2-5 years experience\n Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies\n Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971\n Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n Project management and leadership skills, including the demonstrated ability to lead multi-departmental project teams and resolve quality-related issues in a timely and effective manner\n Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n Prior medical device experience preferred\n Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Engineer - Quality", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25141265/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-12-01 22:16:22", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 25141265}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Recruiter\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12010\nDate Posted: 01/20/2012\nCategory: Human Resources\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Corporate Headquarters in St. Paul.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are growing and this new position will be responsible for full life-cycle recruiting at our Corporate Headquarters. This role will source, qualify and hire people for business groups and/or hiring managers. Utilize your experience with creative sourcing methods, negotiating techniques, and networking abilities to fulfill hiring objectives. This position will also be involved in HR projects as needed. Preference will be given to local candidates.\n\nResponsibilities:\n Partner with hiring managers to develop recruiting strategies to fill open positions and to meet overall quarterly and yearly recruiting goals\n Perform searches for qualified candidates utilizing a variety of sources including social media, online job boards, networking, cold calls, and employee referrals\n Initiate contact with perspective candidates to inform them of employment opportunities, conduct behavioral-based interviews and match candidate qualifications with company needs\n Maintain a high-touch approach with candidates keeping them informed at each stage of the interview process to ensure a positive candidate experience and to build our employment brand\n Working with hiring managers and HR team members, manage the selection, offer, negotiation, closing, and administrative processes related to hiring\n Support equal employment opportunity and diversity goals including accurate maintenance of applicant tracking records\n Lead and/or participate in cross functional HR projects  typically these will be projects related to recruiting, recruiting metrics, affirmative action, employment branding or social media\n Continually seek innovative, cutting-edge approaches to the recruitment of high-caliber and diversity candidates\n Participate in recruitment events as needed\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n Bachelors degree\n 5 years full life-cycle corporate recruiting experience to include applicant tracking system experience\no   2 of the 5 years should include IT, Engineering or high tech recruiting experience\n Demonstrated knowledge of technical staffing and recruitment techniques including outstanding knowledge of best in class recruitment strategies and experience in leveraging technology to deliver valuable talent to the organization\n Demonstrated knowledge and use of behavioral based interviewing\n Experience in the development of effective sourcing strategies to support talent acquisition efforts including creative approaches to staffing challenges and opportunities\n 2 years vendor management experience to include external agency contract review and rate negotiation\n 2 years recruiting metrics experience including the ability to create Excel spreadsheet reports and Google Analytics\n 2 years active social media recruiting experience such as LinkedIn and Twitter\n 2 years project management experience - work on special projects, both assisting and leading as needed  preference will be given to candidates with recruiting metrics, affirmative action, social media project experience\n Self motivated with excellent planning, organizational and documentation skills including the ability to set and execute on recruiting goals\n Working knowledge of Affirmative Action and EEO goals in support of the recruitment process and the ability to keep accurate records in the applicant tracking system\n Understanding of compensation administration as it relates to creating compelling employment offers\n Accountable for results and open to feedback\n Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills (listening, persuasion, persistence, negotiation, and abilities to follow and drive a process). This includes the ability to interact with, support and build relationships with customers, candidates and vendors.\n Strong problem resolution skills\n Ability and desire to work under pressure\n Strong work ethic\n Ability to travel, up to 10%\n PHR or SPHR certification is a plus\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Recruiter", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26017349/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-20 22:58:59", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26017349}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Director of Clinical CV/NM\nJob Requisition #: ID11731\nDate Posted: 12/29/2011\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our International Sales Division located in St. Paul, MN:\n\nJob Overview\nThe International Division Director, Clinical Studies is responsible for partnering with International Clinical, Marketing teams along with Product Division Clinical and Marketing teams to develop and execute strategic plans which support International business growth goals. This includes setting direction for pre-market and post market clinical projects to support scientific publications, regulatory and reimbursement applications, new product launches, health economics evidence, therapy acceptance and adoption.\n\nTYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES\nDirect Clinical Strategy through:\noCollaboration with Product Division, Geography and country stakeholders\n\noDirect the development, implementation and management of clinical protocols, investigational plans, submissions and clinical trial agreements\n\noRemain current on developments in field(s) of expertise, regulatory requirements, as well as industry trends.\n\noSolicit, develop, assimilate, and disseminate data regarding emerging and evolving indications, methods , and SJM technologies This includes driving publication strategies abstract presentation at scientific symposia, or internal white paper.\n\noConsultation to development of technical memoranda, and related documents. Provide consultation to project teams as needed for clinical issues.\n\noOversee clinical input to project teams including risk analysis documentation, clinical evidence summaries, clinical use,and evidence generation required for reimbursement and market acceptance.\n\noCreate new relationships and collaboration with existing KOLs for international clinical and marketing initiatives\n\noCollaborate with ID Marketing and ID Reimbursement to assure effective clinical investigations and product launches\noLead and participate in product strateg\ny roundtables and other Physician Round Tables type meetings, Key Opinion Leader mapping and strategy development\n\noEstablish customer and/or site recruitment plan\n\nSupport commercial strategy development:\noStrengthen and guide Clinical Marketing; i.e. marketing and promotion of SJM clinical projects and results\n\noAdvise geographies on publication strategy to support marketing goals\n\noPartner with Geographies to maximize Academic Center/Emerging KOL programs, initiatives and strategies\n\noDevelop and review literature/documents/materials and select and/or summarize such for distribution in support of marketing initiatives\n\noRecognize, evaluate and take action on out of scope activities\n\nServe as senior customer facing SJM representative to customers\noRepresent SJM at external meetings such as congresses, investigator meetings, scientific association meetings including conducting scientific/medical presentations\n\noInteract and consult with physicians, scientific societies (e.g. ESC, EHRA) and other appropriate personnel in the health services and health delivery industries, government, health policy organizations and with appropriate university, corporate, and governmental medical research personnel.\n\noInteract with internal and external teams to support commercial strategies\n\noSupport Government Affairs activities to improve therapy access, reimbursement and regulatory policy\n\nSupport and coordinate International Clinical Investigation\noExecute project management tasks for international projects\n\noReport activities on respective franchises projects\n\nSupport Product Division strategy and tactics\noProvide consult and support for customer communication on SJM product performance, product issues, FERs\n\noSupport Business Development evaluations, technology assessments and other due diligence activities\n\noPartner with Product Development and International clinical teams to monitor patient safety on-site address protocol violations\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nPhD\nA minimum of ten plus years of progressively responsible relevant clinical, regulatory, and/or broad medical research experience\nDemonstrated background and practical experience advising the design and implementation of pre and post market clinical trials Demonstrated background in partnering with upstream and downstream marketing teams to identify, develop, and commercialize best in class medical device products\nStrong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and analytical skills\nProven ability to work autonomously and as part of a team\nThorough understanding of International regulatory standards\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\nPrevious experience presenting at medical congresses and/or symposiums\nPrevious experience advising international medical device marketing and clinical teams\nMulti-lingual written and verbal fluency\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS\n40% international travel is typical. Up to 60% travel at times is likely based on domestic and international travel combined\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT\nPosition requires sitting for extended periods of time, walking, traveling globally via plane, car and train, placing and accepting calls in morning and evenings to accommodate international office working hours, and light lifting.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Director of Clinical CV/NM", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25607922/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-12-29 22:57:00", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25607922}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minneapolis", "description": "Clinical Specialist, Structural Heart\nJob Requisition #: USD 9387\nDate Posted: 01/02/2012\nCategory: Sales\nLocation: Minneapolis - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position available in our US Sales Division.\n\nJob Overview\nAs a member of the clinical support team within an assigned geography, is responsible for providing technical clinical expertise and support of the sales process to colleagues, current customers and/or potential customers. Works under moderate direction with clinical and sales teammates to identify and capitalize on sales opportunities by creating competency, comfort and expertise with all SJM Structural Heart technologies among physician, Cath Lab / CVOR allied health professionals within assigned geography. Performs work that involves a high degree of independence. Exercises independent judgment in planning, organizing, and performing work; monitors performance and reports status to manager.\n\nRequirements/Education: Registered Nursing Degree (RN), Certified Radiology Technician (CRT), or Cardiovascular Technician (RCIS). BS in related field highly desirable. Minimum 3-4 years experience in interventional cardiology to include hemodynamic monitoring and hemostasis management experience. Solid knowledge in cardiovascular science and medical devices industry. Quick learner ability to come up to speed quickly on all SJM products and services. Good presentation skills, ability to present material comfortably. Good teaming, networking, communication (written/Verbal), win-win relationship building. Ability to work positively through confrontation and/or conflicting ideas. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office required.\n\nDesired Requirements: At least one year prior industry experience and advance degree preferred.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Clinical Specialist, Structural Heart", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25657638/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-02 18:51:08", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minneapolis, MN", "uid": 25657638}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Manager - Product Marketing\nJob Requisition #: 11901\nDate Posted: 11/02/2011\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nResponsibilities:\n Design marketing plan for SHD through all channels including: Conferences, sales force, distributor, publication strategy, etc\n Develop KOL strategy for conferences and publications and in managing overall physician relations\n Drive Revenues: Ensure that global Distributor and direct Sales organizations are fully supported and prepared with the knowledge and tools necessary to capitalize on revenue growth opportunities.\n Implement product promotion programs which include assisting in the creation, maintenance and upgrading of all collateral material including brochures, spec sheets, slides, case studies, launch kits, and reference manuals; ensuring proper internal review is complete and monitoring competitive activity and product positioning.\n Collaborate with Clinical and R & D: Represent Marketing on product development teams in order to provide marketing leadership, customer input on product enhancements and/or new product development, and execution of product launch per corporate objectives. Major focus will be on pre-market approved products and new product platforms.\n Develop and maintain product training on key messaging and competitive positioning.\n Trade show and conferences activities when relevant (US, International).\n Drive Supply and Operations: work with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales and Clinical to ensure that product forecasting is complete to establish and maintain adequate inventories for products.\n Become expert on SHD products and their application.\n\nQualifications:\n BS/BA in business or health sciences. MBA preferred.\n Five years experience in marketing with prior experience in EP or Interventional Cardiology\n Ability to work with a cross-functional team and seek consensus/approval where needed.\n Ability to work independently and take direction from others.\n Able to help determine product positioning and create promotional/launch programs for our global customers.\n Strong interpersonal communications skills for both internal and external customers.\n Ability to make large, interdisciplinary group presentations.\n Financial analysis skills to enable support of corporate strategic decisions. Budgeting skills.\n Basic computer skills, Word, Excel etc.\n Good basic understanding of anatomy, cardiology in particular.\n Leadership skills in persuasion, building consensus, and a company-wide view of initiatives\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Manager - Product Marketing", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24546993/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-11-02 20:05:55", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 24546993}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Principal Product Development Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13659\nDate Posted: 12/09/2011\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. Headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, St. Jude Medical employs approximately 14,000 people worldwide and has four focus areas that include: atrial fibrillation, cardiac rhythm management, cardiovascular and neuromodulation.\n\nThe Atrial Fibrillation Division (AFD) is committed to hiring world class talent that will continue to drive us to lead the way in the treatment and cure for atrial fibrillation. St. Jude Medical is the only medical device company to dedicate a business unit solely to diagnosing, treating and curing atrial fibrillation, the world's most common cardiac arrhythmia.\n\nPrincipal Engineer, Product Development\n\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber Principal Engineer of Product Development to develop and/or investigate new technologies for possible incorporation into EP diagnostic and ablation products.\n\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n Evaluate new or existing technologies for treating cardiac arrhythmias.\n Develop, design, prototype and evaluate technologies that extend our clinical capabilities and technical leadership.\n Evaluate new technologies for potential implementation into existing product lines.\n Support new technology development through incorporation of output into new products or capabilities.\n Intellectual property development  document and submit potential IP output for patent consideration.\n Participate in pre-clinical research activities  to also include planning and executing studies.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n Bachelors degree in engineering or science\n Minimum 8-10 years experience in catheter design and development\n Demonstrated ability to consistently translate clinical or technological needs into functional system requirements\n Proficient interpersonal and presentation skills\n Effective analytical and organizational skills\n Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with employees, management and customers\n Strong technical skills in the area of prototype and process development and related testing\n Proficient with conventional office software  Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc\n CAD experience  SolidWorks or Pro/E\n Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings\n Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization\n Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills\n Energized attitude\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n Working knowledge of cardiac anatomy\n Masters degree in engineering or science\n Working knowledge of the requirements and practices in the field of electrophysiology, tissue ablation and/or cardiac rhythm management\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\nSt. Jude Medical is an equal opportunity employer.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Principal Product Development Engineer", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25280488/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-12-09 21:57:05", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25280488}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Sr. SAP Support Analyst\nJob Requisition #: Corp 11108\nDate Posted: 11/15/2011\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at one of our Minnetonka, MN locations.\n\nJob Overview\nAs part of the SAP Support team, the SAP Production Support Analyst will provide direct day-to-day functional production support in one of the following SAP modules: FI/CO, APO or CRM/SD. This includes day to day issue management and resolution activities which follow all production support processes in order to meet established service level agreements. In addition, this position will assist SAP support leadership in providing work directions to other team members in the module specific support areas. This position reports to the Production Support Lead and works directly with the business users and other team members to provide solution for SAP issues.\n\nEssential Functions:\n? Provide SAP FI/CO, APO or CRM/SD support for a global install base.\n? Work with SAP production support team and serve as a resource to provide solutions on production issues.\n? Direct day-to-day functional support of SAP issues.\n? Provide support for Month End, Quarter End and Year End activities.\n? Provide support for SOX SOP related issues. Help with development of business processes.\n? Provide support for cross functional testing and integration issues with other modules.\n? Hands-on configuration of SAP modules.\n? May support other business areas and/or applications in addition to SAP FI/CO, APO or CRM/SD.\n? Participate in change management processes for SAP module area.\n\nOther Duties:\n Help to develop knowledge management content to be leveraged by Level 1 support staff and end-users for SAP FI/CO, APO or CRM/SD area.\n Provide Level 2 on-call support for non-core hours of operation.\n\nQualifications:\n Four year degree in computer science, information systems, business or equivalent.\n 5+ years experience is required in one or more of the following:\no SAP FI/CO module in a support environment. Thorough knowledge of FI: A/P, A/R, G/L, F/A,CO: CCA, Assessments and Product Costing; or\no SAP SCM 4.0 in a support environment. Must be strong in DP, SNP and GATP modules; or\no SAP CRM/SD in a support environment. Experience with CRM 5.0, ECC 5.0, FI/CO, CRM/SD, GTS and BW desired\n Functional experience in once of the following will be a plus:\no SD, MM, PP, CRM, FI/CO\n Experience with service management tools such as Remedy or SAPs Solution Manager preferred.\n Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.\n Excellent root cause analysis skills.\n Ability to travel, up to 5%.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr. SAP Support Analyst", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24881323/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-11-15 21:11:32", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 24881323}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Manager - Commodity\nJob Requisition #: 12302\nDate Posted: 01/24/2012\nCategory: Purchasing\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in St. Paul:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position is responsible for setting and executing procurement strategies for goods and services required within the Division. In conjunction with supporting internal business areas and projects, identifies opportunities for cost reduction, develops and executes strategies to achieve them.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n Implement sourcing strategies to support objectives in the area of direct commodities, providing the division competitive advantage in the areas of materials, supplies, and services\n Locate, analyze and develop a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future commodity needs\n Negotiate and manage contracts/agreements for assigned commodities\n Help implement and train new ERP system (SAP)\n Maintains and promotes sound relationships with suppliers and business community\n Support projects to assure all procurement activities are performed as required.\n Create and maintain mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster feedback and continuous improvement. This includes driving continuous improvements with the supplier base.\n Develop cross-functional teams to understand division-wide needs and evaluate suppliers\n Manage suppliers, cost, quality, and delivery performance. Understand, track, and forecast the key cost drivers  and market factors for assigned commodities\n\nQualifications:\nEducation and Experience:\n Minimum of 8 years of progressive Materials/procurement experience\n Excellent verbal and written communication skills\n Advanced knowledge of procurement principles\n BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or equivalent\n Proven ability to lead, influence and motivate others\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Manager - Commodity", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26086252/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-24 20:55:03", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26086252}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Sr. Project Manager, EIT\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12006\nDate Posted: 01/13/2012\nCategory: Information Technology Project Management\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at one of our Minnetonka, MN locations.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Project Manager has overall accountability and responsibility to plan and manage the resources and processes used to develop and implement strategic and tactical enterprise systems projects. The Sr. Project Manager is involved in the management of all task activities and staff assigned to the project. The position requires outstanding initiation, communication, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to create an effective team environment.\n\nThe Enterprise IT (EIT) group is responsible for infrastructure and systems that are used globally across the multiple St Jude Medical divisions. The EIT Project Management Office staff provides project manage support for a breadth of initiatives across EIT.\nThis position is focused on managing multiple midsized projects and enhancements for our SAP ERP and Business Warehouse (BW) reporting applications.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Conduct initial project investigations including the assessment of business, competitive, industry, technology and user/task trends to identify the value-add for projects and to obtain business partner sponsorship.\n Manage strategic IT projects including:\n Working with the business to define technical requirements .\n Scope definition and management.\n Maintaining an accurate schedule depicting individual or group tasks, provide status reports.\n Monitor project progress and problem solve when issues arise.\n Developing and delivering quality systems within defined budgets.\n Risk analysis and management.\n Contingency planning.\n Preparing for change management communications or training development.\n Coaching and training and assessing job performance of all team members.\n Team building.\n Overall project control and coordination.\n Develop and execute project plans utilizing a project management methodology and project planning tools.\n Provide day-to-day work direction for project teams and accountable for clear and achievable expectations and roles.\n Collaborate with other project managers to assure a consistent implementation of the St. Jude Medical application development/infrastructure and project management disciplines and methodologies.\n Identify and engage stakeholders .\n Monitor project status and report to senior management or steering committee.\n Conduct formal presentations to management and provide written status project updates.\n Develop and maintain an outstanding customer service relationship with business, division IT management, and team members.\n Train and mentor others.\n Determine methods and procedures on new assignments.\n\nOther Duties:\n Manage staff functions and/or assisting PMs or Project Coordinators.\n As assigned.\n\nQualifications:\n Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering or related field. MBA and experience in Medical Device or Life Science industries is a plus.\n Project Management certification is a plus.\n 8+ years of overall IT experience using a standard IT methodology(s).\n 6+ years in a project leadership role performing project planning and implementation.\n Proven experience managing enterprise-wide projects and leading cross-functional teams of high performance contributors, vendors, and multiple geographies.  International experience is a plus.\n Proven experience managing multiple projects of varying size at a given time.\n Experience managing programs and/or project portfolios is a plus.\n Strong business and systems knowledge including expertise in a given functional area.\n Experience working with ERP Systems (add : such as PeopleSoft, Oracle, Lawson). SAP experience not required but a plus.\n Experience performing, and willingness to perform, business analysis tasks\n Experience implementing or improving IT processes.\n Self motivated with excellent planning, interpersonal, organizational, documentation, verbal and written communication skills.\n Ability to bridge communication between technical and business areas for a full and complete understanding of expectations.\n Ability to execute issue identification and resolution.\n Excellent logical, analytical, and problem solving skills.\n Experience with MS Project, Excel, Word and Visio.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr. Project Manager, EIT", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25899615/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-14 01:32:09", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 25899615}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Paralegal II\nJob Requisition #: AF13673\nDate Posted: 01/13/2012\nCategory: Legal\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Paralegal II. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the General Counsel in providing legal support internally for the division.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Support General Counsel by providing research, file management, docketing, and administration related to general legal matters.\n Maintain complete legal files for all non intellectual property matters.\n Draft legal documents such as confidentiality agreements, consulting agreements, and supply chain agreements for review and approval by counsel.\n Draft clinical study agreements and amendments.\n Assist with annual AdvaMed and state mandated compliance audits.\n Assist in creating reports disclosing AFDs interactions with health care professionals.\n Assist with compliance training efforts by communicating training schedules to senior management, responding to questions and monitoring completion status during active campaigns.\n Prepare Compliance Committee meeting agendas and minutes; maintain records.\n Assist with filing legal correspondence and legal documents in office filing system.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n Bachelor degree.\n 4+ years of Paralegal experience, including substantial contract drafting experience. Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings.\n Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization.\n Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills.\n Energized attitude.\n Previous experience in the medical device industry.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n Advanced degree or paralegal certificate.\n Prior experience in a compliance role preferred.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Paralegal II", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25899614/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-14 01:32:09", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25899614}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Director of Clinical\nJob Requisition #: ID11730\nDate Posted: 12/28/2011\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our International Sales Division located in St. Paul, MN:\n\nJob Overview\nThe International Division Director, Clinical Studies is responsible for partnering with International Clinical, Marketing teams along with Product Division Clinical and Marketing teams to develop and execute strategic plans which support International business growth goals. This includes setting direction for pre-market and post market clinical projects to support scientific publications, regulatory and reimbursement applications, new product launches, health economics evidence, therapy acceptance and adoption.\n\nTYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES\nDirect Clinical Strategy development through:\n\noCollaboration with Product Division, Geography and country stakeholders\n\noDirect the development, implementation and management of clinical protocols, investigational plans, submissions and clinical trial agreements\n\noDirect the development and execution of trail strategy, design, protocol writing, training, monitoring, documentation, and data analysis to support filings for product approval and clearances, expansion of claims and product reimbursement\n\noResponsible through lower management levels for directing the technical support of Company products ensuring that all questions from the field and from internal sources are answered.\n\noAssist the Training and Education Department in the generation of educational materials and the conduct of educational programs.\n\noRemain current on developments in field(s) of expertise, regulatory requirements, as well as industry trends.\n\noResolve and/or facilitate resolution of problems including identifying causes to prevent re-occurrence.\n\noSolicit, develop, assimilate, and disseminate data regarding emerging and evolving indications, methodologies, and technologies involved in various therapies. This includes driving publication strategies revolving around preclinical and basic science research with ensuing publication as journal article, abstract presentation at scientific symposia, or internal white paper. Oversees the development of technical memoranda, product manuals, and related documents. As necessary, revises such manuals, protocols, training materials and tests as required.\n\noProvide consultation to project teams as required for clinical issues. Responsible for the oversight of clinical input to program management teams including risk analysis documentation, clinical evidence summaries, clinical use, instructions for use and evidence generation required for field and market acceptance.\n\noCreate new relationships and collaboration with existing KOLs for various international clinical and marketing initiatives\n\noCollaborate with ID Marketing and ID Reimbursement to assure high quality clinical investigations and product launches\n\noLead and participate in product strategy roundtables and other Physician Round Tables type meetings, Key Opinion Leader mapping and strategy development\n\noEstablish customer and/or site recruitment plan\n\nSupport commercial strategy development:\n\noStrengthen and guide Clinical Marketing; i.e. marketing and promotion of SJM clinical projects and results\n\noAdvise geographies on publication strategy to support marketing goals\n\noPartner with Geographies to maximize Academic Center/Emerging KOL programs, initiatives and strategies\n\noDevelop and review literature/documents/materials and select and/or summarize such for distribution in support of marketing initiatives\n\noRecognize, evaluate and take action on out of scope activities\n\nServe as senior customer facing SJM representative to customers\n\noRepresent SJM at external meetings such as congresses, investigator meetings, scientific association meetings including conducting scientific/medical presentations\n\noInteract and consult with physicians, scientific societies (e.g. ESC, EHRA) and\nother appropriate personnel in the health services and health delivery industries, government, health policy organizations and with appropriate university, corporate, and governmental medical research personnel.\n\noInteract with internal and external teams to support commercial strategies\n\noSupport Government Affairs activities to improve therapy access, reimbursement and regulatory policy\n\nSupport and coordinate International Clinical Investigation\n\noExecute project management tasks for international projects\n\noReport activities on respective franchises projects\n\nSupport Product Division strategy and tactics\n\noProvide consult and support for customer communication on SJM product\nperformance, product issues, FERs\n\noSupport Business Development evaluations, technology assessments and other due diligence activities\n\noPartner with Product Development and International clinical teams to monitor patient safety on-site address protocol violations\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nPhD\nA minimum of ten plus years of progressively responsible relevant clinical, regulatory, and/or broad medical research experience\nDemonstrated background and practical experience advising the design and implementation of pre and post market clinical trials Demonstrated background in partnering with upstream and downstream marketing teams to identify, develop, and commercialize best in class medical device products\nStrong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and analytical skills\nProven ability to work autonomously and as part of a team\nThorough understanding of International regulatory standards\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\nPrevious experience presenting at medical congresses and/or symposiums\nPrevious experience advising international medical device marketing and clinical teams\nMulti-lingual written and verbal fluency\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS\n40% international travel is typical. Up to 60% travel at times is likely based on domestic and international travel combined\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT\nPosition requires sitting for extended periods of time, walking, traveling globally via plane, car and train, placing and accepting calls in morning and evenings to accommodate international office working hours, and light lifting.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Director of Clinical", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25581130/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-12-28 18:29:56", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25581130}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Engineer - Process Development\nJob Requisition #: 12322\nDate Posted: 01/26/2012\nCategory: Process Development Engineering\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Minnetonka.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position will design and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures to support new product development and improve established production processes while enhancing productivity and product quality.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Develop and implement new process and improvements\n Coordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of tooling, machinery and test equipment\n Work with Product Development to ensure Design for Manufacturability\n Provide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians\n Conduct Process FMEAs and Process Validations\n Interface with vendors for incoming components\n Utilize tools like Gage R&R, DOE, Cp, Cpk, and SPC to improve processes\n Understand manufacturing concepts like Value Stream mapping, 5S and Visual Workplace to improve quality, labor efficiency, and throughput.\n Generate and modify manufacturing process documentation\n\nIndividual should:\n Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction\n Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skills\n Work effectively with cross-functional teams\n\nEducation and/or Experience:\n Mechanical Engineering degree required\n 7+ years related experience\n Medical device experience preferred\n Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills\n Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings\n Six Sigma certification preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Engineer - Process Development", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26140010/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-26 22:21:20", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26140010}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Senior Industrial Engineer\nJob Requisition #: 12291\nDate Posted: 01/26/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in St. Paul:\n\nJob Overview\nSr. Industrial Engineer\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nSupport, optimize & standardize the manufacturing, packaging & sterilization of a tissue valve product line. Manage key global efficiency improvement projects which may include new process layouts, process improvements and cost reductions while supporting current production needs. Provide cross functional global guidance for lean standardization. Additional responsibilities include:\nSupport current production with efficiency metrics and reaction plans\n Provide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians\nConduct visual staffing planning and value stream mapping\nCreate templates and standardization documentation to support global rollout of key lean initiatives\nWork with Product Development to ensure lean concepts and line flow/layout are in adherence to commercial production standards\nIndividual should:\nBe innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction\nHave excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skills\nWork effectively with cross-functional teams\n\nQualifications:\n B.S. in Industrial Engineering\n 5+ years of lean engineering experience in the Medical Device or highly regulated industry required\n Proven ability to work independently and lead project teams\n 5+ years of extensive knowledge in lean tools, implementation and standardization\n Excellent working knowledge of cellular manufacturing, standard work, work content and 5S required\n Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings\n Black Belt Certification or formal training required\n Excellent presentation and communication skills required\n Ability to develop and author training materials\n Willing to travel 30% (Costa Rica and Brazil)\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Senior Industrial Engineer", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26140050/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-26 22:22:01", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26140050}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Senior Clinical Research Associate\nJob Requisition #: 11824\nDate Posted: 10/07/2011\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Senior Clinical Research Associate plans, designs, and executes high quality clinical studies to ensure the safety and effectiveness of SJM products. This role ensures compliance to applicable regulatory standards. The focus is on study management activities and monitoring of investigational centers.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Develops clinical protocols, case report forms, study manuals, in collaboration with Clinical Manager\n Reviews and approves site activation documentation\n Qualifies and initiates sites, including scheduling monitor activities with site personnel\n Assists in planning and preparing materials for investigator and coordinator meetings in collaboration with Clinical Manager\n Trains investigators and coordinators\n Tracks and reports study progress, e.g. subject screening and enrollment, data collection, documentation of adverse events\n Coordinates and conducts monitoring visits to ensure compliance to the clinical protocol, regulations and timely receipt of data\n Oversees activities by CROs\n Provides input to study budgets and project plans\n Assists clinical manager by providing input to sections of the Investigational Plan, clinical reports, and abstracts/manuscripts\n Manages smaller studies\n Provide clinical scientific support to core development teams\n Manage core lab data\n Prepares study summary reports for presentations, publications and submissions\n Develops and implements site corrective actions\n\nQualifications\n Bachelors degree\n 5-7 years experience supporting clinical research\n 3 years experience monitoring sites\n Knowledge of clinical and outcomes research study design\n Proficient knowledge of medical terminology\n Expertise with GCPs, and regulatory compliance guidelines for clinical trials\n High attention to detail and accuracy\n Advanced written and oral communications skills\n Able to manage multiple tasks\n Good problem-solving skills\n Proficient computer skills (MS Office)\n Demonstrated ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams\n Able to travel 50% on average and up to 80% during peak periods\n Current drivers license\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Senior Clinical Research Associate", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24103726/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-10-07 19:48:40", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 24103726}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Senior Process Development Engineer\nJob Requisition #: 11917\nDate Posted: 10/31/2011\nCategory: Manufacturing Process Development Engineering\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in St. Paul.\n\nJob Overview\nSenior Process Development Engineer\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nManage process development projects and activities which include new production equipment, creation or enhancement of new processes, general manufacturing improvements and cost reductions. Provide guidance to other engineers and technicians.\nAdditional responsibilities include:\nProvide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians\nConduct Process FMEAs and Process Validations\nImprove product quality, labor efficiency, and throughput through the use of Lean manufacturing concepts\nCoordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of tooling, machinery and test equipment\nWork with R&D and DA to ensure Design for Manufacturability\nIndividual should:\nBe innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction\nHave excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skills\nWork effectively with cross-functional teams\n\nQualifications:\nMechanical , Chemical or any engineering or technical degree required\n7+ years manufacturing or process development engineering experience\nMedical device experience is a must\nInternational manufacturing experience preferred\nStrong analytical, problem solving and project management skills\nDemonstrated leadership capability in team settings\nSix Sigma certification preferred\n25% travel required\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Senior Process Development Engineer", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24505378/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-10-31 19:45:17", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 24505378}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Engineer - Process Development\nJob Requisition #: 11635\nDate Posted: 09/07/2011\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position will design and develop electrical testing, tooling, and fixtures to support new product development and improve established production processes while enhancing productivity and product quality.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Develop and implement new electrical tests and improvements for RF catheter\n Coordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of tooling, machinery and test equipment\n Work with Product Development to ensure Design for Manufacturability\n Provide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians\n Conduct Process FMEAs and Process Validations\n Interface with vendors for incoming components\n Utilize tools like Gage R&R, DOE, Cp, Cpk, and SPC to improve processes\n Understand manufacturing concepts like Value Stream mapping, 5S and Visual Workplace to improve quality, labor efficiency, and throughput.\n Generate and modify manufacturing process documentation\n\nIndividual should:\n Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction\n Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skills\n Work effectively with cross-functional teams\n\nEducation and/or Experience:\n Electrical Engineering degree required\n 7+ years related experience\n Medical device experience preferred\n Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills\n Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings\n Six Sigma certification preferred\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Engineer - Process Development", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23465512/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-09-07 18:51:47", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 23465512}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Senior Clinical Research Associate\nJob Requisition #: 12020\nDate Posted: 12/08/2011\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt.Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation.\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Plymouth.\n\nJob Overview\nAs a Senior Clinical Research Associate you will manage the planning, designing, and execution of high quality clinical studies to ensure safety and effectiveness of SJM products. Ensures compliance to applicable regulatory standards. Focus is on study management activities and oversees monitoring of investigational centers.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Assists with the management and development of study related documents including clinical protocols, case report forms, study manuals, and other study related tools.\n Reviews and approves site activation documentation\n Participates in site qualification and site initiation process, including scheduling of monitor activities with site personnel.\n Assists in planning and preparing materials for investigator and coordinator meetings.\n Assists in training of investigators and coordinators.\n Tracks and reports progress of studies, e.g. subject screening and enrollment, data collection, documentation of adverse events.\n Coordinates and conducts monitoring visits at participating centers to ensure compliance to the clinical protocol, regulations, and timely receipt of data, including source document verification, device accountability, and writing of monitoring visit reports\n Oversees activities by CROs\n Assists in query generation and resolution.\n Provides input to study budgets and project plans.\n Assists clinical manager by providing input to sections of the Investigational Plan, clinical reports, and abstracts/manuscripts.\n Provide clinical scientific support to project teams.\n Assist with core lab data management.\n Assists with preparation of study summary reports for presentations, publications and regulatory submissions for FDA (510(K), IDE/PMA).\n Assists with the development and implementation of site corrective actions as needed to address any noncompliance issues.\n Assumes study management responsibility for smaller studies\n Has technical knowledge of product\n Writes and/or provides input to the monitoring plan\n Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements\n\nQualifications:\n\n Bachelors degree (technical or non-technical). Technical degree defined as engineering, biological sciences or related medical/scientific field.\n 2-5 years experience directly supporting clinical research or similar experience in a medical/scientific area.\n Masters degree will substitute for 1 year of experience. A Ph.D. or MD will substitute for 2 years of experience.\n High attention to detail and accuracy.\n Advanced written and oral communications skills.\n Able to manage multiple tasks.\n Knowledge of clinical and outcomes research study design\n Proficient knowledge of medical terminology.\n Expertise with GCPs, and regulatory compliance guidelines for clinical trials (e.g. applicable ISO Standards, FDA).\n Good problem-solving skills.\n Knowledge of clinical and outcomes research study design.\n Proficient computer skills (MS Office)\n Demonstrated ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams\n Able to travel 50% on average and up to 80% during peak periods may be required.\n Current drivers license\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Senior Clinical Research Associate", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25251480/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-12-08 18:56:00", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 25251480}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr. Auditor\nJob Requisition #: Corp 11107\nDate Posted: 11/10/2011\nCategory: Finance\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Corporate Headquarters in St. Paul.\n\nJob Overview\nAssess effectiveness of financial related business processes and controls including SOX controls at domestic and international locations. Identify the most effective and efficient approaches to mitigate risks and continually evaluate the effectiveness of processes in place.  Promote the process of continuous monitoring of controls and risk management, and work with management to develop potential solutions for issues identified. Exercise judgment in planning and organizing work. Perform special assignments and projects as directed.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Perform Sarbanes-Oxley audit procedures such as review of internal control documentation, perform walk-through of key business processes, perform test of key controls to ensure they are operating effectively, and evaluate deficiencies identified during testing.\n Create clear and accurate documentation of processes and controls as well as test results and conclusions.\n Lead audits as the in-charge auditor.\n Assist with performing the annual financial and fraud risk assessment and identification of new or emerging risks.\n Develop audit programs including steps to test effectiveness of controls in place to address risks.\n Report (orally and in writing) on the results of work performed including recommendations for deficiencies identified.\n Assist with other projects as necessary in conjunction with the Annual Internal Audit Plan.\n Establish positive working relationships with management and provide input on risks and controls while maintaining independence and objectivity.\n Assist project teams with the identification and design of key financial-related controls in conjunction with the SAP implementation.\n Company acquisition or disposition activities as assigned.\n Perform other related tasks as assigned.\n\nQualifications Required:\n Bachelors degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field.\n 3+ years public accounting and/or audit experience with large company.\n 2+ years project management experience including the ability to organize, plan, prioritize and complete assignments with little or no supervision.\n Strong understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley and related processes and controls.\n Excellent oral, written and presentation skills.\n Strong analytical skills.\n Must be adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines.\n Ability to use discretion and handle sensitive/confidential information.\n Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable regulations and Company operating policies and procedures.\n Ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 30%).\n\nQualifications Desired:\n CPA or other certification (CISA, CIA) strongly desired.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr. Auditor", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24812182/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-11-10 21:34:54", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 24812182}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Maple Grove", "description": "Intern - Business Development\nJob Requisition #: 11921\nDate Posted: 11/14/2011\nCategory: Internship\nLocation: Maple Grove - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nSummary:\nWork closely with SJM business groups and cross-functional leadership to execute strategies that drive opportunities in SJMs businesses.\n\nKey responsibilities include financial analysis, market research and other support on a variety of business development projects including acquisitions, equity investments, strategic alliances, joint ventures, technology licenses, financings, analyst presentations and strategic planning.\n\nEssential Functions:\nProvide financial analysis and competitor/market research support to functional and business group units.\nAssist cross-functional teams throughout the lifecycle of business development projects (including support roles with projects related to transaction screening/monitoring, financial analysis, due diligence, negotiation, integration and strategic planning).\nPerform and present analyses of companies, projects and markets of potential strategic interest. Provide financial, competitor and market analyses for strategic planning processes.\nProvide analytical support to legal and finance, including developing and analyzing transaction/project structures and developing analyses for transaction-related legal documents.\nServe as a focal point with third parties, including SJM business/functional units, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and investment bankers.\nDevelop broad knowledge of SJMs business units and technologies. Develop good working relationships with key opinion leaders across SJM and in the medical technology industry\n\nEducation and/or Experience:\nFour year degree required; finance or marketing degree preferred.\nEnrollment in accredited MBA program required. Prefer 1st year MBA student.\nA minimum of two years of investment banking, private equity or business development experience preferred.\nMust have excellent interpersonal skills and strong strategic management skills.\nExperience in medical device industry preferred.\nMust have a high degree of initiative, motivation and passion for the business.\nMust have strong analytical and prioritization skills with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously.\nMust be able to perform under pressure and in a very dynamic environment.\nMust be able to work, direct, and take direction with all levels of management.\nMust be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment.\nMust have ability to understand complex concepts including disease states/physiology and technical/product information.\nAdvanced personal computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office is required.\n\nAssignment:\nJune-December 2012, with possibility of continuing Spring Semester of 2013\n\nPlease note:\nThere is no housing or relocation available.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Intern - Business Development", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24853532/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-11-14 19:22:38", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Maple Grove, MN", "uid": 24853532}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Manager - Supply Chain\nJob Requisition #: 12074\nDate Posted: 12/19/2011\nCategory: Manufacturing Logistics Operations\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt.Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation.\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Plymouth.\n\nJob Overview\nSummary:  Provide leadership to the Supply Chain organization and ensure business service level objectives are met. Coordinate and oversee key supply chain planning functions: demand planning, launch planning, master data maintenance, capacity planning, production execution, inventory target management, and capacity allocation. This position will serve as the key point of contact for Operations, R&D, and Clinical supply chain activities. Analyze economics of inventory investments to attain the highest service levels with lowest inventory investment. Develop and implement supply chain business process improvements.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nManage worldwide finished goods inventories using best practice supply chain replenishment methodologies. Deliver accurate forecasts by partnering with Marketing and geographies that set the stage for existing business, new product launches, or distribution channel changes.\n Continual focus upon reducing costs and improving inventory turnover and customer service levels\n Diagnose inventory overages and shortages. Execute plan to maintain target inventory levels.\n Generate production plans necessary to achieve business operating plans and provide for production efficiency while maintaining service level objectives\n Analyze new product launch requirements to determine optimal inventory management strategy\n Manage stores inventory levels, inventory integrity, and the consumption / replenishment process.\n Monitor production flows to ensure timely production, shipping, and receipts\n Communicate, maintain, and enhance supply chain performance metrics and ensure all supply chain performance metrics are achieved including service level, timely work orders, inventory turns, and target inventory levels.\n Build a high performing team by demonstrating the ability to attract, develop, and retain high potential employees\n Responsible for ERP master data accuracy and maintenance. Establish demand requirements and provide leadership to the plant execution functions.\n Responsible for developing strategic and operational plans and for coordinating supply chain activities in support of business objectives.\n Execute the Sales and Operations Planning Process\n Develop continuous improvement efforts which promote supply chain efficiency and business profitability\n Work with program management and engineering throughout product life cycle to identify and implement supply chain strategies which support product and process cost improvements, lead time reductions and internal inventory optimization.\n\nEducation, Experience, Personal and Technical Skills:\n BS in Materials Management, Business, Finance or a related field. MBA preferred.\n 5+ years of related DRP, MRP with a minimum of 3 years in a supply chain managerial role\n Must understand integrated supply chain and logistic concepts and have solid analytical skills\n Must be a very hands on manager, highly skilled in MRP, DRP, Advanced Excel, Access,\n Demonstrated project management experience.\n Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n Must have solid multitasking ability and work independently and take direction from others.\n Ability to constructively interact with a range of personalities and positions, both inside and outside the organization.\n Medical device experience and familiarity with JD Edwards One World ERP experience preferred\n LEAN and/or Six Sigma experience required\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Manager - Supply Chain", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25453141/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-12-19 20:08:11", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 25453141}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Mfg Maintenance Tech II - 2nd Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13672\nDate Posted: 01/31/2012\nCategory: Technician\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a talented, results-oriented Maintenance Technician II. The successful candidate will be performing preventative, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, safety checks, repairs, installations, and modifications on production equipment. This individual will also be responsible for recording all maintenance repair activity on production equipment and fixtures at the Minnetonka facility. Good attendance with minimal unscheduled absences and tardiness required. This is a second shift opportunity.\n\nImpacts this role will have:\n Conduct daily tooling and equipment set ups as required.\n Complete changes or modifications to production equipment, including the generation of any required engineering change requests.\n Install custom accessories needed to ready equipment for production.\n Requisition needed items for inventory, spare parts and emergency repairs.\n Perform visual inspections of equipment and fixtures.\n Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.\n\nQualifications:\n Associates degree and/or completion of two year technical program.\n 5+ years maintenance technician experience.\n Knowledge of PLC, servo and stepper controls, sensors, lasers and injection molding.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n Bachelors degree.\n Experience generating engineering change requests.\n Experience writing and executing equipment installation qualifications (IQs).\n Medical device industry experience.\n\nTo learn more or to apply, visit our web site at www.sjm.com.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Mfg Maintenance Tech II - 2nd Shift", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26223600/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-31 21:08:16", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26223600}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Counsel\nJob Requisition #: 12216\nDate Posted: 01/19/2012\nCategory: Legal\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in St. Paul:\n\nJob Overview\nAs Counsel for St. Jude Medical, you will provide expeditious and high quality legal counsel and advice to CVD management and employees regarding CVD's legal rights and obligations. This position will hold primary responsibility for advising the company's Supply Chain operations on a variety of legal issues.\n\nRESPONSIBILITIES:\n Provides legal counsel to CVD management and employees on the legal aspects of activities within their assigned areas with a particular emphasis on supply chain issues and contractual relationships\n Prepares and renders legal opinions and provides research services to the CVD management and employees staff as directed by the General Counsel or Associate General Counsel\n Develop a comprehensive understanding of the company's businesses and business practices; engage in a participative and proactive style of legal practice in order to best serve internal clients\n Participates as legal representative on cross-functional teams\n Participates in the development of the structure and oversees preparation and reviews of contracts and other legal instruments\n Assists CVD General Counsel, Associate General Counsel and/or Corporate Legal in evaluating initiating legal action against infringements of CVD legal rights, and defending CVD in any legal action initiated against it\n With guidance from CVD's Associate General Counsel manages, and is responsible for legal services required by CVD, selecting and retaining outside counsel as required\n Assists with developing, administering and providing legal training programs for employees regarding both general legal topics and topics relating to St. Jude Medical and/or CVD policies\n Other duties may include preparing and conducting special analyses and projects as required, remaining current on developments in field(s) of expertise, regulatory requirements, as well as industry trends\n Travel as required to represent the interests of the company\n\nREQUIREMENTS:\n JD or LLB required, including a Bachelor's degree\n Typically a minimum of 5+ years experience of progressively more responsible work experience in general corporate law, including: corporate and transactional experience with a supply chain focus; regulatory and/or clinical compliance counseling; and the ability to understand complex biomedical devices\n Eligibility for admission to the Minnesota Bar\n Experience counseling clients in international operations, including knowledge of both U.S. and foreign national legal environments\n Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks\n Ability to work autonomously yet liaise effectively with the business teams and shared services functions as needed (human resources, finance, etc.)\n Strong organizational skills to prioritize and manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously\n Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communications skills\n Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:\n Applied legal experience in the medical devices, biomedical, pharmaceutical or related industries\n Fluency in Spanish or Portuguese\n A bachelor's or master's degree in business or in a scientific or engineering field\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Counsel", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25984942/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-19 18:30:04", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25984942}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Intern - R&D\nJob Requisition #: 12237\nDate Posted: 01/24/2012\nCategory: Internship\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThe Intern candidate will serve as a member in the R&D Science & Technology Group interfacing with other departments of the company to work on cross-functional projects. The individual will be directly involved in providing technical expertise, consultation and project support in the area of biocompatibility. He/she will be responsible for reviewing, understanding, categorizing and summarizing biocompatibility testing documents. The individual will also be responsible for writing technical assessments per the ISO 10993 series to support regulatory product approval in different geographies.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nThe evaluation of the biocompatibility of materials, i.e. the evaluation of the suitability of materials for use in implantable medical devices, has evolved over approximately the last 50 years. The candidate will be responsible for development programs, materials selection rationales, and biocompatibility strategies applying the Three Rs: reduction (using fewer animals), refinement (using better tests), and replacement (using non-animal tests). This includes developing testing protocols/reports for validations to be performed, assessing, guiding and performing in the area of biocompatibility, chemical characterization, and test method selection and development. Individual should have a fundamental understanding of biomaterials, chemical processes, biological systems, and analytical methodology. Analyze, interpret and draw conclusions from material/biological evaluations. May be required to assist in publication strategies for research activities. Remain current with technology and testing standards.\n\nQualifications:\nExpertise in Materials Science or Biomedical Engineering with focus on biomedical materials (metals, ceramics, polymers and tissue-derived species) is required.\n\n-Current student pursuing M.S. or above in one or more of the following disciplines: Biomedical/Tissue Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Biology (Biological Sciences), Biochemistry, or Chemistry; with industrial and/or academic research experience in the area of medical device, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology or combination.\n-Must be a current student enrolled in Fall Semester of 2012.\n-Hands-on experience with cell culture.\n-Experience with blood testing and biological assays is preferred.\n-Individual must be proficient with computers, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n-Candidate must work well in collaborative environments across functional areas.\n-General understanding of the principles associated with biomaterials, synthetic polymers, natural biomacromolecules, tissues, material processing and characterization, biological evaluation of medical materials and devices, biocompatibility.\n-Familiarity with ISO 10993 and FDA guidelines is a plus.\n\nAssignment: Summer Internship\nPlease Note: No housing, transportation, or relocation allowance provided.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Intern - R&D", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26223598/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-31 21:08:07", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26223598}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Engineer - Software Quality\nJob Requisition #: 12270\nDate Posted: 01/31/2012\nCategory: Engineering Quality\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Minnetonka.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary: This position is responsible for executing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support for software utilized throughout the division.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Develop and conduct training of company personnel for the divisional software development and validation program.\n Work with Design and Manufacturing Engineering in the completion of system/software requirements and other\nverification and validation processes.\n Create and execute or direct software validation protocols traceable to system/software requirements.\n Implement solutions for controlling code and administer Code Control and Software Event/Defect Tracking software\nsystems.\n Assist in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis, focused on software related risks.\n Design and implement various product and process improvement methodologies (ie Six Sigma and Lean\nManufacturing).\n Apply sound, systematic problem solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving issues.\n\nOther Duties:\n Software scoping and Part 11 audits.\n Other duties as assigned.\n Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management\nSystems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements\n\nQualifications:\n BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field\n 2-5 years Software Quality Engineering experience.\n Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, IEEE 1012 and ISO 13485\n Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n Advanced Information Technology and data mining skills.\n Prior medical device experience preferred\n ASQ CSQE certification desired\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Engineer - Software Quality", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26223589/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-31 21:07:51", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26223589}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Group Lead - Production\nJob Requisition #: 12338\nDate Posted: 01/31/2012\nCategory: Production\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Minnetonka.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nEnsures the effective use of material, equipment and personnel in producing quality production; Responsible for ensuring inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and meeting build schedules;\n\nEssential Functions:\n Manages directly the manufacture of medical device;\n Ensures that quality and production goals are met;\n Trains production operators on GMP, MP and retrain as needed;\n Daily meeting with manufacturing operators for better communication and continuous improvement;\n Organizes work schedule, Monitors performance and reports status;\n Ensures PM (preventive maintenance) and Calibration stickers are up to date;\n 5S audit and weekly meeting with other area value stream group-leads in a organization; and more;\n\nQualifications:\n Prefer two years of college or equivalent.\n Prefer one - three years experience as a group-lead in a manufacturing environment.\n Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and have good communication skills. Must have the ability to read and interpret written documentation. Desired demonstrated knowledge of LEAN manufacturing, assembly, and production technical skills, and quality practices;\n Computer skills desired in excel Microsoft word and have trained SAP (S2S) software\n Ability to effectively work and communicate with others is critical.\n Prefer pervious training experience in a manufacturing environment.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Group Lead - Production", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26223549/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-31 21:07:41", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26223549}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Mfg & Development Engineering Mgr II\nJob Requisition #: CRT13027\nDate Posted: 06/27/2011\nCategory: Operations\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Cardiac Rhythm Management Division (CRMD) currently has the following position available:\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced manager to join our Minnetonka, Minnesota based Cardiac Rhythm Management division team. Within this role, the manager will be responsible for identifying appropriate resource needs and assembling cross-function product development teams. This position will be responsible for the timely support of production, and ensuring that all issues are resolved in a timely manner.\n\nImpact this role will have:\n Provide supportive leadership to lead, coach and mentor a team of development and manufacturing technicians and engineers.\n Set up goals and objectives for the team members and track progress.\n Responsibility for full product development, while ensuring compliance to quality, safety and reliability standards.\n Ensures smooth production line flow by proactively identifying and resolving issues.\n Enables yield improvement and cost reduction efforts.\n Provides timely, accurate project updates to senior management.\n Conducts performance reviews; implement and execute career development plans.\n Responsibility of workload assessments for annual operating and strategic plans.\n Recruits, hires, trains and retains high performing team.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n Bachelors degree in Engineering.\n 10+ years engineering experience.\n 5+ years of medical device industry product development experience.\n 5+ years of successful management experience.\n Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.\n Balanced approach in prioritizing conflicting projects, while constantly negotiating expectations\n Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings\n Experience in managing up to 10 engineers and technicians\n Excellent reputation for building relationships.\n Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills with ability to manage small to medium size projects.\n Energized attitude and self-starter.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n Masters degree in Engineering, or MBA\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com.\nSt. Jude Medical is an equal opportunity employer.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Mfg & Development Engineering Mgr II", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/22039311/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-06-27 18:49:11", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 22039311}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Cardio-Plymouth", "description": "Associate - Clinical Research\nJob Requisition #: 11408\nDate Posted: 08/10/2011\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Cardio-Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nSummary: Designs, implements, monitors and closes out clinical investigations. Support professionalism and scientific expertise of department.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n Follows department Standard Operating Procedures.\n Sets up sites: clinical research agreements, IRB Approvals, etc.\n Prepares and maintains in-service manuals, case report forms, informed consent and other specialized documents for clinical investigations.\n Assists Regulatory in annual report and progress reports to the FDA.\n Organizes Investigator and Data Safety Monitoring Board meetings.\n Reviews data forms and DCF generation.\n Conducts field audits to assure protocol compliance and data integrity.\n Generates presentations when requested by investigators of AGA personnel.\n Generates follow-up reminder reports and sends to investigators or AGA personnel.\n Assists Regulatory Affairs in preparation of safety, efficacy and performance inquiries.\n Acquires professional, product and market expertise via independent reading, networking and training.\n Counsels and trains newly hired CRAs and monitors.\n Travels approximately 20%.\n Participates in professional activities outside of normal business hours.\n Performs other related duties as requested.\n\nPhysical Requirements:\n Frequent computer monitor and keyboard use.\n Sitting for long periods of time.\n\nEducation, Experience, Personal and Technical Skill:\n BA/BS in business, medical science or nursing (or equivalent experience).\n 2 - 4 years experience in clinical research, preferably with a medical device company.\n Ability to constructively interact with a range of personalities and range of positions, both inside and outside the organization.\n Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n Ability to work independently and take direction from others\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Associate - Clinical Research", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/22942734/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-08-10 19:30:34", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Cardio-Plymouth, MN", "uid": 22942734}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Senior Engineer, Analog and Digital\nJob Requisition #: 11418\nDate Posted: 07/19/2011\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company based in Westford MA. \n\n\n\nLightLab Imaging is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for coronary imaging applications, a high resolution diagnostic coronary imaging technology which aids physicians in the treatment of cardiovascular disease.\n\nJob Overview\nAnalog/Digital Senior Engineer\nPRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nLightLab Imaging, a subsidiary of St. Jude Medical, seeks a talented engineer to design RF and digital circuitry for an intraluminal imaging system. The successful candidate will work with a team of hardware engineers on the board designs with special emphasis on the analog circuitry and noise suppression.  Requires collaboration with the catheter, software and clinical groups\nResponsibilities include development of specifications & schematics, supervision of board layout process, management of prototype fabrication, development of test methods and performance of design qualification testing, support of production transfer including development of production test methods.\n\nEXPERIENCE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:\nRequired:5+ years RF analog and mixed signal design;\nexperience with circuit simulation methods.\nBachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering desired.\nMaster Degree Desired\nExperience with Altium Designer preferred\nMedical device (especially Optical Coherence Tomography or Ultrasound) or telecommunications development experience\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Senior Engineer, Analog and Digital", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/22480677/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-07-19 18:40:07", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 22480677}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Associate - Clinical Research\nJob Requisition #: 11470\nDate Posted: 07/29/2011\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in St. Paul.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nUnder supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Senior Clinical Research Associate position manages the planning, designing, and execution of high quality clinical studies to ensure safety and effectiveness of SJM products. Ensures compliance to applicable regulatory standards. Focus is on study management activities and oversees monitoring of investigational centers.\nEssential Functions:\n Assists with the management and development of study related documents including clinical protocols, case report forms, study manuals, and other study related tools.\n Reviews and approves site activation documentation\n Participates in site qualification and site initiation process, including scheduling of monitor activities with site personnel.\n Assists in planning and preparing materials for investigator and coordinator meetings.\n Assists in training of investigators and coordinators.\n Tracks and reports progress of studies, e.g. subject screening and enrollment, data collection, documentation of adverse events.\n Coordinates and conducts monitoring visits at participating centers to ensure compliance to the clinical protocol, regulations, and timely receipt of data, including source document verification, query generation and resolution, device accountability, and writing of monitoring visit reports\n Oversees activities by CROs\n Provides input to study budgets and project plans.\n Assists clinical manager by providing input to sections of the Investigational Plan, clinical reports, and abstracts/manuscripts.\n Assist with core lab data management.\n Assists with preparation of study summary reports for presentations, publications and regulatory submissions for FDA (510(K), IDE/PMA).\n Assists with the development and implementation of site corrective actions as needed to address any noncompliance issues.\n Assumes study management responsibility for smaller studies.\n Has technical knowledge of product.\n Writes and/or provides input to the monitoring plan.\n Supports all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements\nQualifications:\n Bachelors degree (technical or non-technical). Technical degree defined as engineering, biological sciences or related medical/scientific field.\n 2-5 years experience directly supporting clinical research or similar experience in a medical/scientific area.\n Masters degree will substitute for 1 year of experience. A Ph.D. or MD will substitute for 2 years of experience.\n High attention to detail and accuracy.\n Advanced written and oral communications skills.\n Able to manage multiple tasks.\n Knowledge of clinical and outcomes research study design\n Proficient knowledge of medical terminology.\n Expertise with GCPs, and regulatory compliance guidelines for clinical trials (e.g. applicable ISO Standards, FDA).\n Good problem-solving skills.\n Knowledge of clinical and outcomes research study design.\n Proficient computer skills (MS Office)\n Demonstrated ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams\n Able to travel 50% on average and up to 80% during peak periods may be required.\n Current drivers license\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Associate - Clinical Research", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/22713574/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-07-29 18:31:04", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 22713574}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Product Manager-AF, Capital Equipment\nJob Requisition #: ID11722\nDate Posted: 01/10/2012\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our International Sales Division located in St. Paul, MN:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Product Manager is responsible for developing the marketing and business plans that drive assigned Atrial Fibrillation Division products into International markets. To do this successfully, the Product Manager is responsible for understanding customer needs including physician, c-suite, and sales personnel. The Product Manager must be able to translate these customer needs (working closely with the product division) into winning marketing and sales strategies for each product launch. Additionally, the Product Manager must have effective communication, collaboration, influence and interpersonal skills to deliver successful launches in a matrix organization.\n\nTYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nPlan and prepare product launches in cooperation with the Atrial Fibrillation Product Division and international geographies, and facilitate implementation throughout the geographies\nActively manage performance versus objectives by major geography and develop plans, where needed, to ensure objectives are attained\nDevelop strategies and programs designed to move market share and create customer loyalty\nfor SJM\nDevelop strategies and plans to monitor and respond to changes in the market place and competitive activity\nProvide analyses that highlight sales opportunities, trends and issues\nWork with the Product Division to represent the International Division viewpoint in the new product development process\nPrepare monthly updates on assigned pre-market and currently marketed products including metrics, strengths, gaps, strategies to close gaps, etc.\nSupport global tradeshows\nFrequent contact with key opinion leaders and broad customer contact as well as interfaces with senior-level management from cross functional groups and geographies to facilitate product related decisions\nManage complex projects and programs\nInteract with field personnel and key hospital stakeholders  physicians, nurses, lab managers, techs, c-suite/economic buyers\n\nKEY SKILLS REQUIRED\nStrong individual self starter with demonstrated ability to develop and execute on plans in a matrix environment\nStrong influence management skillseffectively influences a wide variety of\ngeographies/cultures including Europe, Asia Pacific, Japan, Australia and Canada\nand functions including regulatory, sales, marketing, research and\nmanufacturing\nUses conflict resolution skills to achieve results through cross functional groups\nStrong team playerability to work as a key member of the International Division\nmarketing team\nStrong leadership skillsability to function as the marketing lead on high\nprofile projects around the world\nProject management skills Ability to pull the appropriate functional and geographic functions together to support initiatives\nExperience in product marketing including market plan development and\nexecution\nExcellent communication skills\nUnderstanding of medical device clinical and regulatory process and environments\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nBA/BSN/BAN/BS\n3+ years sales and/or marketing experience with Medical Device\nExperience in managing multiple, simultaneous new product launches\nSkilled in use of spreadsheet, database and presentation software\nStrong communications and negotiation skills, sensitive to cultural differences\nWork effectively in a complex, multi-tasking environment\nStrong analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills required\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\nMBA with marketing emphasis\nExperience with international markets\nExperience with Catheters (Disposable product marketing and sales)\nExperience with Capital products, the maintenance of those products and service agreements\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:\n20-25%\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT\nReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires significant travel to all international locations of St. Jude business interests outside of the US.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Product Manager-AF, Capital Equipment", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25811145/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-10 20:57:17", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25811145}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "SQL Server DBA 1\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12012\nDate Posted: 01/25/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Corporate Headquarters in St. Paul.\n\nJob Overview\nThe SQL Server DBA executes the day to day work instructions from other members of the team in a professional and timely manner. Learn new skill sets and apply them to the regular work environment. Communicating with other teams effectively while servicing them or availing service from other teams. Will be using the process of elimination to troubleshoot problems and escalate appropriately.\n\nJob Duties:\n Responsible for ensuring the availability and performance of the databases supported by the team.\n Work in production and non-production environments. Ensuring data is tested, validated and secure before releasing to production.\n Interact with customers to deliver services.\n Build databases in standalone, cluster and virtual environments.\n Proposes and implements enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system. This may include developing scripts and other automation to existing or new processes.\n Work on improving the processes and procedures through continuous improvement activities.\n Perform incident and service request execution as directed.\n Maintain and monitor database security and integrity control.\n Recommend and implement backup recovery processes.\n Participate in after hours support call rotation as per the team guidelines and direction.\n Other duties as assigned.\n\nQualifications Required:\n Bachelors Degree in computer Science or equivalent 5 years of overall DBA experience with 2 years working with SQL server.\n 3 years of DBA experience including 1 year working with SQL server.\n Experience in building and supporting transactional and data warehouse applications in SQL Server 2005 and above.\n Knowledge of SQL Server architecture with understanding of different database components.\n Ability to script in VB, .NET and other programming languages and experience in TSQL, SSIS packages.\n Ability to troubleshoot as needed to remedy issues.\n Able to work in a team and also take initiative and ownership of assigned tasks.\n Ability to work after hours in an on-call rotation support schedule.\n Able to travel up to 25% which may include domestic and international travel.\n Able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.\n\nQualifications Desired:\n Knowledge of industry standard database platforms like Oracle and mySQL.\n MCTS  DBA (Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist for DBA) Certification.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "SQL Server DBA 1", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26111039/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-25 20:51:42", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26111039}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Business Analyst - BI\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12013\nDate Posted: 01/25/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Corporate Headquarters in St. Paul.\n\nJob Overview\nAnalyzes business and technical processes, documents business requirements, defines changes to business processes and assists in modifying them, configures, tests and implements enterprise-wide business systems. Interviews business partners to define detailed business requirements. Maps current processes to the desired state and identifies gaps, such as program functions, output requirements, input requirements and sources, data conversion strategies, and system techniques and controls. Where appropriate, translates business requirements to functional specifications and technical requirements. Coordinates with business and technology teams to provision and test business systems to ensure they meet requirements.\n\nJob Duties:\nCollect and Document Requirements\n Defines business needs by analyzing and documenting business processes; includes research, planning, writing user cases and project overviews, plus any supporting documentation.\n Gather requirements from customers to identify desired support needs.\n Prepare project and system related documentation consistent with standards and procedures outlined in the applicable development methodologies.\n\nAssist in Defining Solutions\n Perform feasibility studies and/or cost/benefit analyses in support of various initiatives.\n Maintain and document the logical and physical data models including data flow diagrams.\n Develop as-is and to-be business process flows and data models required by the department methodology for new system development or for process redesign.\n\nServe as Interface between Business and Technical Teams\n Facilitate meetings in the business area to review business processes and identify information system requirements and/or needs.\n Understand the various business entities and cross divisional relationships.\n Serve as a liaison between IS and the supported business areas.\n Communicate effectively with management to enhance their understanding of the opportunities and limitations of information systems.\n\nCoordinate Execution of Initiatives\n Coordinate support enhancements and small IT initiatives.\n Develop Test Plans, Cases, and Scripts and perform and coordinate Testing.\n Develop and deliver end user training.\n\nOther Duties\n Keep informed of trends and new developments in technology to better advise management of means to accomplish business and information systems goals.\n Provide updates and communication to customers, management and IT; escalate issues as appropriate.\n Other duties as assigned.\n\nGeneral Qualifications:\n Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, MIS, and Mathematics, Engineering, Business or area of functional responsibility preferred, or equivalent 5 years of industry work experience.\n 3 years of industry experience in a technical profession.\n Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model, preferred.\n Ability to work in a highly matrix and geographically diverse business model.\n Ability to work effectively within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast paced changing environment -- multi-tasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.\n Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.\n Strong organizational, attention to detail and task follow-up skills.\n Adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines.\n\nTechnical Qualifications:\nBusiness Inteligence\n Minimum three years with SAP BW environment and experience with the BI tool set (BO, Xcelsius etc) Preference in SAP BI 7.0.\n Knowledge in the following SAP functional areas highly desirable; SCM (MM & APO).\n Ability to travel between multiple sites within the Twin Cities (up to 25% of time).\n Good level of skills with MS office suite\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Business Analyst - BI", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26111012/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-25 20:51:19", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26111012}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Maple Grove", "description": "Engineer Principal - R&D\nJob Requisition #: 11687\nDate Posted: 09/27/2011\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Maple Grove - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Title: Engineer Principal, R&D For HR Use Only:\nReports to Position: Director, R&D\nLocation: Maple Grove Grade: I\nDivision: Cardiovascular FLSA Status: Exempt\n\nOrganizational Unit: R&D EEO Code:\n\nPosition Summary:\nUse multidisciplinary engineering knowledge to design and develop innovative medical devices or components/subsystems in support of companys strategic plan.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Design of mixed-signal embedded systems\n Run empirical and experimental analysis.\n Work with outside consultants, vendors, and the medical community\n Conceptualize new devices using material knowledge and innovative electrical design.\n Coordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of new electronic devices\n Conceive and build prototypes.\n Project planning.\n Support animal and bench testing and clinical evaluations.\n Support design reviews and physician visits.\n Plan, coordinate, and execute activity in support of project goals\n Establish requirements and specifications\n Test method and model development\n Identify and mitigate project risks\n Provide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians\n Maintains knowledge of the developing clinical environment (i.e. current treatment methods, evolving clinical needs etc.).\n Ensure compliance with procedural and documentation requirements of SJM, FDA and ISO design controls, HALT, HASS and IEC 60601\n\n Technologies:\n Modeling and simulation experience (SPICE, Matlab, etc.)\n Excellent lab/bench measurements skills\n Experience with embedded system integration and support of firmware development (MCU, memory, inter-chip digital interfaces)\n Thorough understanding of inductive switching regulators and power management\n High frequency analog and/or RF design experience\n Experience with EMI design\n Experience with hybrid (die-on-board) electronics design\n\nOther Duties: List any other important but non-essential and/or infrequent duties performed.\n\n Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements\n\nAccountability/Supervision: Describe the significant problem solving/decision making responsibilities. Describe the extent of supervision received.\n\nRelationships: Describe contacts and purpose of relationships.\nInternal:\nExternal:\n\nEquipment: List the type of equipment the incumbent in this position is required to work with.\n\nWorking Conditions: Describe work environment characteristics representative of those encountered by an employee performing the essential functions of the position.\n\nPhysical Demands: Describe physical demands representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of position.\n\nQualifications:\n Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering\n MS degree in Electrical Engineering preferred\n 10+ years experience, mainly in R&D engineering\n Experience designing and testing medical devices required.\n Experience with a variety of manufacturing processes and designing for manufacturability required.\n Project leadership and management skills required.\n Open to or experienced in the latest design tools and techniques (i.e., Six Sigma, Design for Manufacturability, Analytical Design)\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Engineer Principal - R&D", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23871030/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-09-27 19:27:35", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Maple Grove, MN", "uid": 23871030}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Maple Grove", "description": "Engineer Principal - R&D\nJob Requisition #: 11694\nDate Posted: 09/27/2011\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Maple Grove - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Title: Engineer Sr, R&D For HR Use Only:\nReports to Position:\n\nLocation: Maple Grove Grade: H\nDivision: Cardiovascular FLSA Status: Exempt\n\nOrganizational Unit: R&D EEO Code:\n\nPosition Summary:\nUse multidisciplinary engineering knowledge to design and develop innovative medical devices or components/subsystems in support of companys strategic plan.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Run empirical and experimental analysis.\n Conceptualize new devices using material knowledge and innovative mechanical design.\n Conceive and build prototypes.\n Work with outside consultants, vendors, and the medical community.\n Project planning.\n Support animal and bench testing and clinical evaluations.\n Support design reviews and physician visits.\n Plan, coordinate, and execute activity in support of project goals\n Establish requirements and specifications, including justification and supportive testing\n Test method and model development\n Identify and mitigate project risks\n Maintains knowledge of the developing clinical environment (i.e. current treatment methods, evolving clinical needs etc.).\n Ensure compliance with procedural and documentation requirements of SJM, FDA and ISO design controls\n\nTechnologies:\n Biocompatible material selection for delivery systems and implants\n Bioprosthetic implants\n Mechanical design of biocompatible metals and plastics\n Machining\n Molding\n Extrusion\n Thermoforming\n Packaging and Sterilization\n\nOther Duties: Create product drawings and/or models\n\n Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements\n\nAccountability/Supervision: Describe the significant problem solving/decision making responsibilities. Describe the extent of supervision received.\n\nRelationships: Describe contacts and purpose of relationships.\nInternal:\nExternal:\n\nEquipment: List the type of equipment the incumbent in this position is required to work with.\n\nWorking Conditions: Describe work environment characteristics representative of those encountered by an employee performing the essential functions of the position.\n\nPhysical Demands: Describe physical demands representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of position.\n\nQualifications:\n Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering\n MS degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred\n 5-10 years experience\n Experience designing and testing medical devices required, preferably interventional cardiology devices.\n Experience with a variety of manufacturing processes and designing for manufacturability required.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Engineer Principal - R&D", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23871109/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-09-27 19:27:46", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Maple Grove, MN", "uid": 23871109}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Senior Paralegal\nJob Requisition #: 12258\nDate Posted: 01/16/2012\nCategory: Legal\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in St. Paul:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Senior Paralegal position is responsible for providing high quality legal support for the Cardiovascular Division with an emphasis on clinical and contracts areas.\n\nResponsibilities:\n Assists division Counsel and the division clinical department with general and clinical contract drafting, negotiation and review\n Provides legal support and liaison between departments and divisions to execute the companys business and clinical trial objectives\n Supports company contracting process, including conducting assessments drafting and reviewing procedures, evaluating and maintaining electronic platforms and databases, training employees, acting as custodian of associated documents in accordance with document retention policies\n Provides electronic and documentary research, file management, and administration related to general legal matters\n Prepares and reviews legal documents, such as memoranda, affidavits, corporate records, agreements, pleadings and government filings\n Maintains and updates docketing database to track deadlines associated with contracts and other legal obligations\n Assists factual investigations, including interviews, internet sources, and document reviews related to legal and compliance matters\n Assists in data collection and reviews of payments to or on behalf of Health Care Professionals in clinical trials for fulfillment of reporting obligations\n\nRequirements:\n Bachelor's degree\n Five years of related experience\n General knowledge and experience in negotiation and drafting of contracts\n Excellent organizational and records management skills\n Strong prioritization, problem-solving and time management skills\n Ability to coordinate and manage the completion of multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously\n Excellent oral and written communications skills\n Ability to constructively interact and coordinate with diverse personalities to accomplish assigned tasks\n Ability to analyze, evaluate and synthesize data from multiple sources\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n Paralegal certificate\n Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, health sciences or health care industry\n Experience with Computer Packages Inc\n (CPI) docketing software or comparable software preferred\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Senior Paralegal", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25914643/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-16 20:53:15", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25914643}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Software Release Coordinator\nJob Requisition #: Corp 11048\nDate Posted: 06/20/2011\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at one of our Minnetonka, MN locations.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Release Cutover Analyst is responsible for the effective execution of cutover activities within the program for new SAP implementations and projects. Responsibilities include coordination and managing the SAP cutover plan which encompasses activities necessary to transition users from their legacy system on to SAP. The Release Cutover Analyst is responsible for all documentation related to planning, preparing and executing the SAP cutover project plan ensuring successful timings and execution of all master data conversions, transport migrations and assisting with legacy shut down processes for the various business units.\n\nJob Duties:\nLead cutover activities with consistent direction and project focus as directed by the Project Management Office (PMO) and GCC Release Management. Act as an integrating mechanism to ensure release activities adhere to SAP GCC process in terms of Ascendant documentation, change control, cutover, release management, and validation.\n\n Responsible for detailed project management of the cutover and conversion deliverables in all environments, resolving discrepancies or process issues related to cutover.\n Responsible for ensuring successful planning and execution of integrated Release cutover activities and associated SAP outages.\n Responsible for creating and maintaining the Cutover Project Plan as per the GCC Cutover Standards.\n Monitor and manage team progress to meet cutover milestones; schedules and facilitates cutover status meetings.\n Track and report cutover status including identifying, categorizing and escalating cutover issues that require management attention.\n Ensures effective communication channels exist between divisional and functional team resources regarding Release cutover activities.\n\nAct as an integrating mechanism to ensure cutover activities are in sync with GCC and EIT processes and groups; EIT Enterprise Command Center, Interface Partners, other projects, change control, release management, validation, testing and production support.\n\n Serve as the Integration SME for other project managers and groups involved in releases.\n Involved in coordination of legacy shut down activities for each business unit.\n Liaison with the Production Support team in determining outage and Hypercare transition.\n\nResponsible for coordinating various SAP outages; identifying integration points and working closely to communicate and engage IT and business partners as needed.\n\n Lead cutover activities for Pre Go-Live, Go-Live weekends and Post Go-Live.\n Partner with Production Support and EID  BW groups to obtain business approval on outage timings.\n Manages inter/intra-team relationships within the program and fosters/maintains positive working relations and collaboration within the team for preparation of implementation.\n Operates without appreciable direction within the scope of the project and related cutover activities.\n Maintains good relationships with managers and directors; staying informed on the goals, objectives and overall business requirements of the SAP program.\n Responsible for maintaining the Cutover Competency Guide.\n Serve as backup resource for overall SAP Release Management activities.\n\nQualifications:\n Bachelors degree Business, Computer Science or a related field.\n 5+ years progressively more responsibility in the areas of operations or technology.\n 2+ years directly managing ERP implementations or involved in management of key activities, preferably SAP.\n Well developed planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Must be accomplished in managing very detailed project plans.\n Exhibit the ability to work effectively across the team and to build positive working relationships.\n Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.\n Highly developed business acumen with working knowledge/understanding of business processes as they relate to cutover activities.\n Proven project management experience with the ability to troubleshoot issues, manage timelines/deadlines and foresee opportunities to improve and harmonize business processes across the project team and initiate appropriate action.\n Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.\n Exhibit the ability to work effectively across the team and to build positive working relationships based on mutual respect.\n Highly organized, capable of multi-tasking and capable of coordinating/aligning resources under an integrated project plan.\n Ability to work independently to successfully complete projects against the defined timelines/milestones and budget.\n Experience with managing aspects of SAP projects and SAP Change control mechanisms a plus.\n SAP Functional and Technical knowledge preferred.\n Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence within and across organizations, functions and business areas. Able to present and defend design decisions across business units.\n Ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 25%.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Software Release Coordinator", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/21915684/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-06-20 19:32:52", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 21915684}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Sr. SAP Manufacturing Business Analyst\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12001\nDate Posted: 01/12/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at one of our Minnetonka, MN locations.\n\nJob Overview\nLeads projects to implement changes on behalf of the business. Analyzes business and technical processes, documents business requirements, defines changes to business processes and assists in modifying them, configures, tests and implements enterprise-wide business systems. Interviews business partners to define detailed business requirements. Maps current processes to the desired state and identifies gaps, such as program functions, output requirements, input requirements and sources, data conversion strategies, and system techniques and controls. Where appropriate, translates business requirements to functional specifications and technical requirements. Serves as the primary point of coordination and communication for a business domain to the business process owner. Coordinates with business and technology teams to provision and test business systems to ensure they meet requirements.\n\nJob Duties:\nCollect and Document Requirements\n Defines business needs by analyzing and documenting business processes; includes research, planning, writing user cases and project overviews, plus any supporting documentation.\n Gather requirements from customers to identify desired support needs.\n Based on data gathered, scope the project and technical domain for the solution.\n Prepare project and system related documentation consistent with standards and procedures outlined in the applicable development methodologies.\n Responsible for understanding integration points within SAP and other systems/interfaces to fully grasp the impact of proposed system changes.\n\nDefining Solutions\n Perform feasibility studies and/or cost/benefit analyses in support of various initiatives.\n Maintain and document the logical and physical data models including data flow diagrams.\n Develop as-is and to-be business process flows and data models required by the department methodology for new system development or for process redesign.\n Proactively identify areas for continuous improvement(CI) measures to reduce overall support requirements; implement CI measures within the L2 team.\n Responsible for following all change control, validation, and operational procedures including all proper documentation for each procedure.\n\nServe as Interface between Business and Technical Teams\n Understand the system interactions across the associated business domain and identify when business requirements complement/conflict with one another. Communicate the impacts of change in one system to other systems.\n Lead meetings in the business area to review business processes and identify information system requirements and/or needs.\n Understand the various business entities and cross divisional relationships.\n Serve as a liaison between IS and the supported business areas.\n Communicate effectively with management to enhance their understanding of the opportunities and limitations of information systems.\n Leads the day-to-day operations of the Level 2 SAP Operations support organization which includes employees and consultants. Provide input on performance and employment decisions.\n\nCoordinate Execution of Initiatives\n Coordinate support enhancements on large scale IT initiatives.\n Lead project teams consisting of intermediate and associate Business Analysts.\n Develop Test Plans, Cases, and Scripts and perform and coordinate Testing.\n Assists as requested in refining and updating existing service level agreements and specifications to ensure they reflect the needs of the broader SAP user base.\n Participates in the execution of post release Hypercare operations.\n Executes and measures Level 2 Operations team performance against a defined set of performance metrics.\n Develop and deliver end user training.\n May work on multiple projects at one time.\n\nOther Duties\n Serve as a business domain expert for the company, informed of trends and new developments in technology to better advise management of means to accomplish business and information systems goals.\n Provide updates and communication to customers, management and IT; escalate issues as appropriate.\n Provides management reporting for team goals, timelines and status.\n Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments; may supervise the activities of others during special assignments.\n Other duties as assigned.\n\nGeneral Qualifications\n\n Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, MIS, and Mathematics, Engineering, Business or area of functional responsibility preferred, or equivalent 10 years of industry work experience.\n 8 years of industry experience in a technical profession.\n Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model.\n Ability to work in a highly matrix and geographically diverse business model.\n Ability to work effectively within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast paced changing environment -- multi-tasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in timely manner.\n Extremely strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.\n Ability to recognize communications difficulties, diagnose the symptoms at the core, and work diplomatically to resolve them.\n Strong organizational, attention to detail and task follow-up skills.\n Adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines.\n\nTechnical Qualifications:\n Vast understanding of Planning and/or Manufacturing processes in an ERP* system.\n Thorough knowledge of the integration of Master Data (Materials, Bills of Material, Routings, Work Centers) to successfully execute production in a regulated manufacturing environment.\n Proficiency with extraction and analysis of data from prior systems to load to current ERP* systems.\n Minimum of five years experience in a lead role deploying ERP* Operations Functionality within Demand Planning and / or APO and / or Production Planning and / or Manufacturing and / or Procurement.\n Ability to translate complex business requirements into ERP* configuration and development solutions.\n Intimate knowledge of the integration points within ERP* systems.\n Experience in multiple full lifecycle ERP* implementations.\n* ERP preferred system is SAP\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr. SAP Manufacturing Business Analyst", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25857855/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-12 18:50:22", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 25857855}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Intellectual Property Attorney II\nJob Requisition #: AF13660\nDate Posted: 01/19/2012\nCategory: Legal\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Atrial Fibrillation division is seeking a high-caliber intellectual property attorney for an opening in our growing legal department. The successful candidate will work directly with the research and development group and the technology development group as a key member of the legal team.\n\nEssential Functions:\n- Collect, screen, and manage invention disclosures.\n- Conduct meetings with inventors to review invention disclosures.\n- Prepare and prosecute patent and trademark applications.\n- Participate in due diligence initiatives as they relate to intellectual property.\n- Analyze competitors intellectual property portfolios and products.\n- Assist with patent clearance activities for new products/services, and formulate non-infringement and invalidity positions as necessary.\n- Help manage outside counsel, including the oversight of work.\n- Assist outside litigation counsel with intellectual property litigation.\n- Educate employees as to the protection of innovations through the patent process, best practices for maintaining confidential business information, contractor and vendor matters, and the overall development of intellectual property assets.\n- Assist with developing electronic and hardcopy training materials and give presentations on substantive legal areas related to intellectual property.\n- Draft technology agreements, including, research and development agreements, confidentiality agreements, license agreements, and consulting agreements.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n- Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws degree from accredited law school.\n- Degree in Engineering or Science.\n- Admission to or eligibility for admission to, the state bar of Minnesota.\n- Minimum of seven years post- law- school experience with progressively more responsible work experience in prosecuting mechanical and/or electro-mechanical patent applications with regionally or nationally recognized law firm and/or corporation. Experience counseling clients with their patent, trademark, and copyright issues.\n- Comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills.\n- The ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees.\n- Ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks.\n- Registered to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO)\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n- Masters degree in science or engineering.\n- Applied legal experience in the medical devices, biomedical, pharmaceutical or related industries.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Intellectual Property Attorney II", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25984914/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-19 18:29:30", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25984914}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Director - Clinical\nJob Requisition #: 12188\nDate Posted: 01/18/2012\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Plymouth.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nOversees, designs, plans and develops clinical projects to support the Cardiovascular Division business objectives. Prepares protocols and conducts clinical studies that have been determined to satisfy a medical need and/or offer a commercial potential. Serves as a medical/scientific consultant to marketing and functions within the Product Division. Monitors and/or interprets results of clinical investigations in preparation for device applications.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Accomplishes results through delegation of responsibility to subordinate management levels\n Determines and establishes organizational structure and supervisory relationship, subject to approval by Sr. Clinical Director\n Provides leadership, coaching, and career development\n Models optimum leadership competencies to inspire an energized, empowered, and accountable work force, and ethical behavior\n Design, implement and maintain Clinical Studies so that the rights of the subjects are protected and that internal and external personnel involved in each study are trained and compliant to regulations\n They will ensure that the clinical research department is aligned with the business objectives.\n\nEssential Requirements:\n Bachelor's degree in health sciences, biostatistics, or biological sciences\n Minimum 10 years experience in clinical research for medical device or pharmaceutical company\n Minimum 10 years progressive leadership experience in functional area\n A solid knowledge of clinical biostatistics and applicable clinical trial regulations both US and OUS is required for this position.\n Demonstrated leadership skills in the achievement of company goals and objectives\n Must possess strong oral and written communication skills\n Good interpersonal skills\n Skillful in formulating strategies, tactics, and action plans to achieve results\n Ability to work in a fast paced environment\n Must be adept at working across cross-functional teams\n Ability to work well under pressure and maintain positive, enthusiastic attitude\n Able to travel 25% on average\n\nPreferred Requirements:\n Master's degree preferred\n Preferred experience in cardiovascular therapeutic area for both pre-market and post-market approval clinical trials\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Director - Clinical", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25977264/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-19 08:11:56", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 25977264}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Software Engineering Intern\nJob Requisition #: 12193\nDate Posted: 01/18/2012\nCategory: Internship\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position is responsible for executing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support for software utilized throughout the division.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Work with Design and Manufacturing Engineering in the completion of system/software requirements and other verification and validation processes.\n Create and execute or direct software validation protocols traceable to system/software requirements.\n Implement solutions for controlling code and administer Code Control and Software Event/Defect Tracking software systems.\n Assist in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis, focused on software related risks.\n Design and implement various product and process improvement methodologies (ie Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing).\n Apply sound, systematic problem solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving issues.\n Evaluate Software and assess Part 11 audits.\n\nQualifications:\n Current student working towards a degree in Engineering or Technical Field (Mechanical, Manufacturing or Software degree preferred)\n Must be enrolled in the 2012 fall semester\n Software Quality Engineering lab experience\n Exposure to FDA regulatory, GMP, IEEE 1012 and ISO 13485\n Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n Computer skills\n Experience in statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n Information Technology and data mining skills\n\nAssignment: Summer Internship\nPlease Note: No housing, transportation, or relocation allowance provided.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Software Engineering Intern", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25977256/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-19 08:11:30", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 25977256}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Software Engineering Intern\nJob Requisition #: 12194\nDate Posted: 01/18/2012\nCategory: Internship\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position is responsible for executing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support for software utilized throughout the division.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Work with Design and Manufacturing Engineering in the completion of system/software requirements and other verification and validation processes.\n Create and execute or direct software validation protocols traceable to system/software requirements.\n Implement solutions for controlling code and administer Code Control and Software Event/Defect Tracking software systems.\n Assist in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis, focused on software related risks.\n Design and implement various product and process improvement methodologies (ie Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing).\n Apply sound, systematic problem solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving issues.\n Evaluate Software and assess Part 11 audits.\n\nQualifications:\n Current student working towards a degree in Engineering or Technical Field (Mechanical, Manufacturing or Software degree preferred)\n Must be enrolled in the 2012 fall semester\n Software Quality Engineering lab experience\n Exposure to FDA regulatory, GMP, IEEE 1012 and ISO 13485\n Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n Computer skills\n Experience in statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n Information Technology and data mining skills\n\nAssignment: Summer Internship\nPlease Note: No housing, transportation, or relocation allowance provided.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Software Engineering Intern", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25977254/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-19 08:11:29", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25977254}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Intern - Health Economics & Reimbursement\nJob Requisition #: 12253\nDate Posted: 01/19/2012\nCategory: Internship\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThe need to deliver compelling economic value messages about St. Jude's Cardiovascular Division (CVD) product to hospital and physician customers has become increasingly evident. As such, the CVD function is tasked with the development of economic tools and strategies for key CVD growth drivers in various geographies. The intern will support the development of this new organization and will be expected to impact on patient care and the CVD business.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nDevelop economic value programs for selected CVD technologies.\nConduct literature reviews\nDevelop economic models and selling tools\nIdentify the unique economic needs of CVD's customers in collaboration with other CVD and St. Jude personnel\nDevelop broad knowledge of CVD's business and technologies. Develop good working relationships with key opinion leaders across SJM and in the medical technology industry\nProvide analytical support, including economic analysis and value message development, to clinical research, sales, marketing and management on health economics.\nConduct reimbursement and health economic assessments for selected CVD technologies\n\nQualifications:\nFour year degree required; finance or economics degree preferred.\nCurrent student enrolled in accredited MBA program or PharmD program required. Must be enrolled in fall semester of 2012\nExperience in reviewing peer-reviewed medical literature and developing economic models required.\nExperience in health economics and reimbursement strongly preferred.\nMinimum of four years of consulting, marketing, finance or business development experience preferred.\nExperience in medical device industry preferred.\nMust have a high degree of initiative, motivation and passion for the business.\nMust have strong analytical and prioritization skills with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously.\nMust be able to perform under pressure and in a very dynamic environment.\nMust have excellent interpersonal skills and strong strategic management skills.\nMust be able to work, direct, and take direction with all levels of management.\nMust be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment.\nMust have ability to understand complex concepts including disease states/physiology and technical/product information.\nAdvanced personal computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office is required\n\nAssignment: Summer Internship\nPlease Note: No housing, transportation, or relocation allowance provided.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Intern - Health Economics & Reimbursement", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25984948/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-19 18:30:21", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 25984948}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Principal APD Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13716\nDate Posted: 01/19/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a talented, results-oriented Principle Engineer to join our Advanced Process Development group. The Advanced Process Development-Systems (APDS) group develops processes and test systems to manufacture new electronic systems for the Atrial Fibrillation Division. The group also provides ongoing product engineering support for key quality improvements and cycle time reductions. As a Principle Engineer, the individual will execute activities on key projects and participate in the design and development of automated test systems.\n\nImpacts this role will have:\n Uses test system development knowledge in designing and developing test systems primarily using LabView and National Instruments hardware.\n Develop Test System Specification and requirements.\n Uses multidisciplinary engineering knowledge to participate in the manufacture and development of innovative medical devices or components/subsystems in support of companys strategic plan.\n Conducts process development work as part of a major project.\n Oversees and performs analyses to develop process specifications.\n Provides technical information concerning manufacturing techniques, components, and test algorithms.\n Mentors others in LabView and Test System Development principles and activities.\n The Senior Engineer may work on process design and development for Cardiac Mapping Systems, Recording Systems or Therapy Systems.\n Work with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing and external suppliers to understand test needs.\n Test Systems Verification and Validation activities.\n\nQualifications:\n Bachelors Degree in electrical engineering or related field, advanced degree preferred\n 9+ years experience in test systems development for electrical systems.\n Experience with development of medical devices preferred.\n Experience with a variety of test systems including test systems for Large/Capital systems, High Voltage testing preferred.\n\nTo learn more or to apply, visit our web site at www.sjm.com.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Principal APD Engineer", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25984947/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-19 18:30:19", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25984947}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13725\nDate Posted: 01/18/2012\nCategory: Assembly\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Assembler of high-tech cardiovascular medical devices. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This is a 1st shift, Monday-Thursday opportunity.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n Proficient assembly and packaging of medical devices by following company procedures and all processes within the primary work area, while meeting or exceeding quality and production standards.\n Use of magnification and other equipment required to perform assigned job(s).\n Understands and accurately completes necessary paperwork.\n Perform general housecleaning activities.\n Other duties as assigned, such as including training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n High school diploma or equivalent.\n 6+ months of high tech assembly experience.\n Must be able and willing to work over-time.\n Must have demonstrated ability to read, understand written procedures and follow directions.\n Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n Organized, on-time and detailed.\n Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n 6+ months of medical device industry experience.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Assembler - 1st Shift", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25977239/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-19 08:11:15", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 25977239}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Group Leader I - 2nd Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13768\nDate Posted: 02/07/2012\nCategory: Operations\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a talented, results-oriented Group Leader for our Minnetonka location. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Supervisor in all daily activities on the production lines. This is a 2nd shift position.\n\nImpacts this role will have:\n\u2022 Assembly of product per detailed process including R&D and miscellaneous testing.\n\u2022 Provide administrative support to production area including monitoring and scheduling work, monitoring inventory and demonstrating a working understanding and support of the MRP inventory system.\n\u2022 Notify production supervisor or engineering of discrepancies with the product process, tools, and/or equipment. Participate in problem solving through root cause analysis of defects for non-conforming product and area specific problem solving.\n\u2022 Train and mentor assemblers.\n\u2022 Maintain traceability through device history record and complete production inspection procedures.\n\u2022 Participate in the development or improvement of process work instructions through the approved documentation system.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as assisting the Supervisor with employee screening, development, discipline, and performance appraisals.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or equivalent.\n\u2022 2+ years experience in medical device assembly.\n\u2022 Must be detail-oriented, self motivated, and have ability to handle multiple tasks.\n\u2022 Must be able to work within close tolerances and have manual finger and hand dexterity.\n\u2022 Ability to read and understand detailed processes essential.\n\u2022 Must demonstrate knowledge of Lean manufacturing and various types of inventory control methods and computer skills.\n\u2022 Proven ability to work well with others.\n\u2022 Previous lead experience in a manufacturing environment desired.\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work overtime.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 BA/BS.\n\u2022 Medical device manufacturing experience.\n\nTo learn more or to apply, visit our web site at www.sjm.com.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Group Leader I - 2nd Shift", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26394627/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-08 07:38:25", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26394627}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Clinical Research Coordinator\nJob Requisition #: 12412\nDate Posted: 02/07/2012\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Plymouth.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Clinical Research Coordinator II will implement functions of clinical research. Works under direct supervision. Develops alternatives solutions for problems of limited scope and complexity.\n\nResponsibilities:\nCreates and manages study files, regulatory binders, agreements, site approvals, etc\nAssist with study material tracking and accountability\nFirst and second pass data entry\nInitiate clinical investigations by arranging proctoring and staff training\nIn-house case report form auditing and data verification\nAssist with reports the FDA\nWork independently on specific study projects\nAssist CRA in setting up sites (IRB approvals, Investigator agreements, and study start up)\nAssist with monitoring visits by assuring protocol compliance per applicable regulations\nGenerate follow up reminder reports and send to investigators on a regular basis\nAcquire professional, product and market expertise via independent reading, networking and training\nResource/train other clinical research coordinators\nParticipate in professional activities outside of normal business hours\nOther duties as requested\n\nRequirements:\nBA/BS in Science or Nursing\n3 years experience in clinical research, preferably medical device company\nComputer proficiency required: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, internet, email\nAbility to constructively interact with a range of personalities and positions inside and outside the organization\nAttention to detail\nAbility to organize, prioritize, and manage tasks in a changing environment\nAbility to work independently and take direction from others\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Clinical Research Coordinator", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26394662/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-08 07:38:58", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 26394662}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Clinical Research Associate II\nJob Requisition #: 12425\nDate Posted: 02/07/2012\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Plymouth.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Clinical Research Associate II designs, implements, monitors and closes out clinical investigations. Support professionalism and scientific expertise of department.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Follows department Standard Operating Procedures\n\u2022 Sets up sites: clinical research agreements, IRB Approvals, etc\n\u2022 Prepares and maintains in-service manuals, case report forms, informed consent and other specialized documents for clinical investigations\n\u2022 Assists Regulatory in annual report and progress reports to the FDA\n\u2022 Organizes Investigator and Data Safety Monitoring Board meetings\n\u2022 Reviews data forms and DCF generation\n\u2022 Conducts field audits to assure protocol compliance and data integrity\n\u2022 Generates presentations when requested by investigators of AGA personnel\n\u2022 Generates follow-up reminder reports and sends to investigators or AGA personnel\n\u2022 Assists Regulatory Affairs in preparation of safety, efficacy and performance inquiries\n\u2022 Acquires professional, product and market expertise via independent reading, networking and training\n\u2022 Counsels and trains newly hired CRAs and monitors\n\u2022 Travels approximately 20%\n\u2022 Participates in professional activities outside of normal business hours\n\u2022 Performs other related duties as requested\n\nRequirements:\n\u2022 BA/BS in business, science or nursing\n\u2022 2 - 4 years experience in clinical research including monitoring\n\u2022 Ability to constructively interact with a range of personalities and range of positions, both inside and outside the organization\n\u2022 Excellent written and verbal communication skills\n\u2022 Ability to work independently and take direction from others\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Clinical Research Associate II", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26394667/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-08 07:39:11", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 26394667}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Supv, Customer Service\nJob Requisition #: USD 9061\nDate Posted: 03/06/2011\nCategory: Customer Service\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our US Sales Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThe position leads a team of Customer Service Representatives within the USD Division of St. Jude. The position requires the supervisor to train, motivate and coach employees to continuously improve the quality and productivity of department output and introduce innovative methods to support this effort.\n\nRequirements/Education: High School diploma required; College degree preferred.\n\n4-6 years of Customer Service call center experience.\n\n2+ years of Supervisory experience required.\n\nDemonstrated ability to train and mentor others required\n\nMedical Device Industry experience preferred\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Supv, Customer Service", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/21348932/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-05-18 23:42:04", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 21348932}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr. System Administrator - UNIX\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12015\nDate Posted: 02/09/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Corporate Headquarters in St. Paul.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Sr. Unix Systems Admin position provides enterprise support for server and data center administration. This position will be the technical authority on incident management and responsible for determining business risk.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Oversees installation, configuration and maintenance of existing computing server environments and platforms.\n\u2022 Monitors and acts to ensure: user access, security and data integrity for specified servers; the absence of negative business interruptions relative to server uptime performance; user acceptable response times; and the identification of server related problems.\n\u2022 Participates as a member of a corporate-wide server administration team to ensure consistency in the application of management and administrative policies and procedures relative to computer servers.\n\u2022 Working closely with members of upper management, drafts proposals or papers, acts as a vendor liaison, conducts presentations to customer or client audiences and/or professional peers.\n\u2022 Assist in evaluating new requirements and recommend new processes and standards and appropriate.\n\u2022 Mentors less experienced system administrators in the performance of day-to-day and project-related duties as directed.\n\u2022 Troubleshoots and solves problems with existing systems quickly and completely. Responsible for diagnosing the problem, impact analysis and implementing a solution to prevent future problems.\n\u2022 Assist in defining standards, guidelines, best practices and metrics.\n\u2022 Provide 24x7 on-call support as part of rotating team coverage.\n\nOther Duties:\n\u2022 Participates, as requested, in the Information Technology strategic planning process.\n\u2022 Designs/implements complex local and wide-area networks of machines.\n\u2022 Develops and executes function and performance tests.\n\u2022 Performs related functions and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned or required.\n\nQualifications Required:\n\u2022 8+ years of technical experience in Sun Solaris/HP-UX/Linux based operating systems administration in a medium to large completer server environment.\n\u2022 In-depth knowledge and application of advanced concepts and practices in knowledge of and experience with paging and swapping, inter-process communication, devices and what device drivers do, file system concepts (\"inode\", \"superblock\"), can use performance analysis to tune systems.\n\u2022 A demonstrated understanding of networking/distributed computing environment concepts; knowledge of and experience with principles of routing, client/server programming, the design of consistent network-wide file system layouts.\n\u2022 Ability to program in an administrative language (Tk, Perl, a shell, DCL).\n\u2022 Able to travel between multiple sites within the Twin Cities (up to 25% of time).\n\u2022 Good consultative and communication skills.\n\u2022 Ability to work effectively within a team and as an individual contributor.\n\u2022 Ability to effectively work in a fast paced changing environment.\n\nQualifications Desired:\n\u2022 A relevant advanced degree and/or appropriate professional certification.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr. System Administrator - UNIX", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26442357/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-09 23:07:20", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26442357}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Technology Program Mgr II (R&D)\nJob Requisition #: AF13670\nDate Posted: 02/09/2012\nCategory: Program Management\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Technology Program Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the Atrial Fibrillation technology portfolio and identifying new technology opportunities. This position will work cross-functionally with Marketing, Engineering and Research groups across sites.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Manage technology portfolio driven by both the AFD 5-year product roadmap and identified new technology opportunities.\n\u2022 Guide new technologies from inception to product integration readiness.\n\u2022 Manage technology intercept strategy.\n\u2022 Works with Marketing, Engineering and Research groups across sites to define and manage technology development efforts.\n\u2022 Defines and executes technology development plans.\n\u2022 Provides initial product definition (Charter)\n\u2022 Defines top-level system requirements and architecture.\n\u2022 Transition technology development efforts to development teams for program execution.\n\u2022 Work with appropriate functions to define Regulatory, Quality, and Clinical assumptions and plans for technology development projects.\n\u2022 Collaborate with Advanced Process Development and Operations in the creation of top-level design for Manufacturability requirements.\n\u2022 Define new technology claims with input from Marketing.\n\u2022 Identify/evaluate new technology and product proposals.\n\u2022 Focal point for R&D organization in the portfolio management process.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 BA or BS with a major in math, engineering, life sciences, business, or other relevant degree required.\n\u2022 5-7+ years of program/project management experience in the medical device industry is required.\n\u2022 Formal training in Program/Project Management or a Project Management Professional Certification is required.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.\n\u2022 Must be able to demonstrate successful leadership and organizational skills.\n\u2022 Must be able to operate effectively in matrix organizations.\n\u2022 Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings.\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills.\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 An MBA or other related advanced degree is preferred.\n\u2022 Prior experience managing others preferred.\n\u2022 Successful experience in the development of class II and class III medical devices.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Technology Program Mgr II (R&D)", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26442376/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-09 23:08:02", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26442376}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Technician - R&D\nJob Requisition #: 12190\nDate Posted: 01/30/2012\nCategory: Technician\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Plymouth.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary: The position will be to support all lab activities associated with the development of braided nitinol devices and delivery systems.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n Perform equipment validations and preventive maintenance on R&D equipment.\n Work with quality to maintain calibrations on measurement equipment.\n Maintain raw material inventories and order consumables for R&D area.\n Cleaning and organization of R&D spaces (Lean Efforts)\n Logging of hazardous waste.\n Conducting testing\n Assist in the design, build, and assembly of fixtures\n Identify and establish relationships with key suppliers for R&D and production components.\n Other duties as assigned.\n\nPhysical Requirements:\n Frequent use of computer keyboard and monitor.\n Frequent standing or sitting for long periods of time.\n Occasional use of microscope.\n Occasional lifting up to 10 pounds.\n\nEducation, Experience, Personal and Technical Skills:\n High school diploma or equivalent minimum and 2yr Technical degree preferred\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Technician - R&D", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26198166/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-30 22:06:17", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 26198166}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Intern - Biostatistician\nJob Requisition #: 12273\nDate Posted: 01/30/2012\nCategory: Internship\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis Biostatistics intern is within Clinical Department of CVD, SJM. This intern will report to Biostatistics Supervisor and provide statistical support to the Biostatistics Supervisor and the Clinical group on the clinical studies. The primary responsibility will include statistical programming, validation, analysis or simulation for specified studies or project-type assignments.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nWrite the SAS or other statistical programs; clean and manipulate data; create/validate analysis datasets and statistical tables/summaries; explore the statistical analysis methods and application; perform simulation; interpret the analysis results obtained and determine if the data/assumption is valid; create SAS macros and other study tools as necessary; help with the other tasks assigned\n\nQualifications:\n- Current student pursuing M.S. or Ph.D. Degree in Statistics or Biostatistics or relevant, having completed at least one year of graduate study.\n- Must be enrolled in the 2012 fall semester\n- Experience with data manipulation, statistical analysis and graphing with a common statistical software package such as SAS, S-Plus or R. Strong programming skill in computing packages, mathematical calculations, data simulation, and Bayesian analysis are a plus.\n- Familiarity with basics and statistical methods that apply to clinical trials.\n- Some experience or schooling in Computer Science\n- Good oral and written communication skills, ability to work in a team environment\n- Excellent attention and accuracy with details\n- Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point).\n\nAssignment: Summer Internship\nPlease Note: No housing, transportation or relocation allowance provided.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Intern - Biostatistician", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26198113/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-30 22:04:26", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 26198113}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Supervisor - Manufacturing\nJob Requisition #: 12331\nDate Posted: 01/30/2012\nCategory: Manufacturing\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in St. Paul:\n\nJob Overview\nThis position will be responsible for driving the process of continuous improvement and lean principles. They are responsible for their shifts' performance with respect to safety, quality, on-time delivery and cost.\n\nAccountable for shift's safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost performance.\nDrive continuous improvement efforts to improve metric performance.\n Promote safety and ensure a safe work environment and safe work habits.\n Maintain high level of visibility with production staff. Use hands-on approach to communicate daily and involve production staff in problem solving.\n Develop a high performance work team with high levels of worker morale, satisfaction, and performance.\n Create and maintain a respectful work environment by listening, seeking facts to support decisions, managing one's own reactions, and addressing unacceptable behavior.\n Help production staff succeed through performance management. Provide coaching and performance communication to support development.\n Review general status of production schedules to identify and resolve problems.\n Ensure the desired product quality levels are achieved through use of standard work and training to those standards, training in operation and inspection techniques, and use of tools/data.\n Support and implement new, customer-focused processes in accordance with lean principles and practices. Provide training and coaching to improve standard work, work center organization (5S), and housekeeping. Actively provide change leadership as required.\n Support and foster an environment of continuous improvement by encouraging production staff to challenge existing processes and implement solutions that enhance the overall effectiveness of the operation.\n Ensure adherence to all ISO and FDA quality regulations.\n Support production staff in understanding company policies and practices.\n Maintain time and production records.\n Take notice of process related problems and support production staff in taking corrective action to improve the overall performance of the team.\n Communicate with and listen to production staff on a daily basis regarding work team performance, strategic initiatives, policy changes, safety, quality, etc.\n Communicate with other supervisors and appropriate personnel regarding equipment, safety, work center schedules, company policies and practices, performance improvement plans, etc.\n Visionary in long range value stream strategy\n Contribute to annual budgeting process\n Identify, pursue and implement system/operational level improvements\n Drive culture changes with initiatives such as 5S, SMED, OEE, OLE and DMAIC\n Interview candidates for Value Stream and provide hiring decision for temp and regular positions.\n\nQualifications:\n5 -7 years of solid supervisory experience in a manufacturing operation.\nRequires high school diploma or equivalent, bachelors degree preferred.\n Commitment to implementing and achieving safety, quality, customers service and cost goals by coaching and training associates.\n Previous experience in a manufacturing operation with demonstrated ability to acquire and apply manufacturing principles a plus.\n Demonstrated coaching skills.\n Solid knowledge, practical application, and use of Lean Principles and the commitment to those Principles.\n Excellent communication skills.\n Demonstrated ability to work with and motivate people\n Experience working with new product development preferred.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Supervisor - Manufacturing", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26198105/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-30 22:04:14", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26198105}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Attorney, Intellectual Property\nJob Requisition #: 11564\nDate Posted: 09/07/2011\nCategory: Legal\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nAssist the Chief Intellectual Property Attorney for the CVD division with creating and managing domestic and international intellectual property portfolios.\n\nEssential Functions: List the significant/essential duties, tasks or responsibilities which employees in this position are actually required to perform.\nEssential Functions:\n1. (a) Collect, screen and manage invention disclosures; (b) conduct meetings with inventors and management teams to review invention disclosures; and (c) prepare and prosecute patent applications.\n\n2. Participate in due diligence initiatives as they relate to intellectual property. Analyze competitors portfolios. Assist with patent clearance activities for new products/services and formulate non-infringement and invalidity positions as necessary.\n3. Assist in managing outside patent and trademark counsel, including the assignment of matters, oversight of work, and the review of invoices. Assist outside litigation counsel with intellectual property litigation.\n\n4. Educate employees as to the protection of innovations through the patent process, best practices for maintaining confidential business information, contractor and vendor matters, and the overall development or intellectual property assets. Help develop electronic and hardcopy training materials and give presentations on substantive legal areas related to intellectual property.\n\n5. Draft and negotiate technology agreements, including, for example, research and development agreements, confidentiality agreements, license agreements and consulting agreements.\nQualifications:\n\n\nJD from accredited law school-admitted to practice law in the state where office is located (i.e. Minnesota) or eligible for admission.\n\n USPTO registration.\n 3 - 5+ years of experience prosecuting mechanical and/or electro-mechanical patent applications with a law firm and/or large corporation. Experience counseling clients with their patent, trademark and copyright issues.\n Strong academic credentials, excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills.\n Ability to weigh legal risks against business factors; ability to deliver proactive and innovative legal advice in a fast-moving, team oriented environment.\n Ability to multi-task and work under deadlines.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Attorney, Intellectual Property", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23465478/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-09-07 18:51:33", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 23465478}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Intern - Regulatory Affairs\nJob Requisition #: 12225\nDate Posted: 01/17/2012\nCategory: Internship\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position is responsible for supporting the Regulatory Affairs department in the area of global product registration to ensure timely marketing approvals.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nAssist in supporting/preparing global regulatory submissions to secure/maintain marketing approvals\nAssist in updating STEDs for global submissions\nAssist with electronic filing RA records/submissions\nAssist with maintaining databases to support international regulatory affairs\n\nQualifications:\nCurrent student, in Jr. or Sr. year, pursuing a BA, BS or MS in a technical discipline or Regulatory Affairs\nMust be enrolled in Fall Semester of 2012\nSome experience with medical device industry preferred\nSome cursory knowledge of medical device regulations preferred\nMicrosoft Access, Microsoft Sharepoint working knowledge desired\n\nAssignment: Summer Internship\nPlease Note: No housing, transportation or relocation allowance provided.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Intern - Regulatory Affairs", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25941991/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-17 21:18:57", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25941991}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Senior Technical Writer\nJob Requisition #: AF13654\nDate Posted: 11/07/2011\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a talented, results-oriented Senior Technical Writer to develop and maintain guidelines, formats and standards for Instructions for Use (IFUs) or Physicians Manuals within AFD. This Senior Technical Writer will also coordinate the translation of released documentation and labeling through approved translation vendors. This Writer will create and lead others to develop IFUs within the established guidelines to create and maintain an AFD and SJM consistent product and a world-wide compliant labeling product.\n\nImpact this role will have:\n Develops an IFU strategy with guidelines consistent with worldwide regulatory requirements, while following AFD/SJM branding and web publishing guidelines.\n Delivers IFUs that are developed guidelines and provides relevance and ease of use for the customers.\n  Works with project teams to plan, create, and complete customer technical user manuals within project goals.\n Leads and develops IFUs within the guidelines and translates technical details into organized and easily understood information.\n Evaluates, maintains and works with translation and graphics suppliers to provide cost effective solutions for translations and layouts of IFUs.\n Interfaces with SJM reviewers to obtain translated text and associated translation review certificate.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n Bachelors degree.\n Medical device industry experience.\n Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings.\n Excellent reputation for building cross-functional relationships.\n Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills.\n Energized attitude.\n Proven track record for delivering consistent, effective technical communication.\n Desktop publishing experience in Adobe InDesign and Framemaker.\n Effective organizational skills, ability to coordinate multiple tasks, manage priorities and yet exhibit provide critical detail orientation.\n Experience in a FDA and ISO quality system environment.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n Completed coursework focused on Technical Writing.\n Web Desktop publishing experience.\n SAP.\n Windchill.\n Documentation control with sound revision control processes in a FDA and ISO quality system environment.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Senior Technical Writer", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24726786/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-11-07 18:32:31", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 24726786}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Engineer - Quality\nJob Requisition #: 12059\nDate Posted: 12/16/2011\nCategory: Engineering Quality\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in St. Paul.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary: This position is responsible for developing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support within new product development, manufacturing, or system/services support.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Identify and implement effective process control systems to support the development, qualification, and on-going manufacturing of products to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n Assist in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues\n Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues\n Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement\n Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports\n Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications\n Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances\n Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)\n Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis\n Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation\n Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities\n\nQualifications:\nBS degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred\n2-5 years technical experience\nPrevious Quality experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies\nDetailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, and ISO 13485\nSolid communication and interpersonal skills\nDemonstrated and impactful project management and leadership skills, including the demonstrated ability to lead multi-departmental project teams and resolve quality system-related issues in a timely and effective manner\nAdvanced computer skills, including gap analysis and report writing skills\nPrior medical device experience preferred\nSix Sigma certification preferred\n SQ CQE, CQA certification preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Engineer - Quality", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25426648/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-12-16 21:24:43", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25426648}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Product Manager, ICD & ICD Leads\nJob Requisition #: ID11728\nDate Posted: 11/22/2011\nCategory: Finance\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our International Sales Division located in St. Paul, MN:\n\nJob Overview\nSt. Jude Medical, Inc. in St. Paul, MN seeks an International Product Manager, ICSs and ICD Leads to provide product marketing leadership and strategy for ICDs (Implantable Cardiac Defibrillators) and ICD Leads sold internationally. Act as a key interface between international customers, geographic sales team and Product Division. Develop specific marketing plans and activities for specific products to establish, enhance, or distinguish product placement. Develop business plans and product positioning in international market place. Oversee market research, monitor competitive activity and identify customer needs. Establish pricing strategies. Monitor product franchise results and develop and implement marketing and business strategies to achieve sales plan.\n\nRequires a U.S. Master of Business Administration Degree plus two years of experience as a marketing and/or sales manager at a multi-national medical device company, marketing and selling medical devices including cardiac therapies and products to hospitals in international markets. All experience may be gained concurrently.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Product Manager, ICD & ICD Leads", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25004143/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-11-22 19:36:45", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25004143}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Scientist - R&D\nJob Requisition #: 11710\nDate Posted: 09/30/2011\nCategory: Research\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nDuties and Responsibilitites: The successful candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SEM) in the R&D Science & Technology Group to participate in various stages of product development as well as cross-functional activities. The position will be responsible for providing technical expertise, consultation and project support. Position will be responsible for selection and characterization of materials acceptable for use in medical device and design. Position will provide guidance in establishing material device specification, supporting existing product development products and proactively providing technical solutions for design issues related to material failures. Position will assist in designing and conducting performance evaluation activities of medical implants and materials. Provide product design advice based on conclusions of testing and research activities.\n\nIndividual will be responsible for providing guidance in interdisciplinary area of materials properties, failure analysis, effects of processing on materials, test method selection, development and validation. Candidate must have strong ability to apply knowledge of materials science and engineering techniques to provide imaginative solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Individual should have a fundamental understanding of biomedical materials, chemical processes, biological systems, and surface/analytical methodology. Individual must be able to identify unique material challenges associated with material interactions. Train and direct other members of the staff. Analyze, interpret and draw conclusions from materials evaluation. Remain current with technology and testing standards.\n\nEducation and/or Experience: Expertise in materials science or engineering with focus on biomedical materials is required. Individual must communicate well with all levels of management and employees. Candidate must work well in collaborative environment across functional areas. Candidate must have:\n-Extensive background in Biomaterials (such as Nitinol, stainless steel, titanium, carbon, polyurethanes, silicone and others ) and their interactions with biological systems\n- Knowledge of hemocompatibility, biocompatibility and toxicology assessment\n- Extensive experience in working with active implants, RF electro-thermal system ;strong capability of setting up comprehensive study and assessing in vitro and in vivo properties of device/device components.\n- Knowledge of the electrode/tissue interface of electrical based systems for cardiovascular therapy.\n- Knowledge of industry standards for biomaterials characterization\n- Knowlage in corrosion science\n\nExperience in RF ablation and/or in electrode stimulation devices is prefered\n\nAbility to design and develop experimental test setups to evaluate new concepts in cardiovascular therapy. Willingness to perform hands on lab work. Concise, organized, can multitask with the ability to prioritize. Proficient with computers, excellent written and verbal communication skills. Previous experience with R&D product development teams in medical device industry desired.\n\nPhD with 2-4 years\nMS with 3-6 years\nBS with 5-8 years of relevant product development expertis\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Scientist - R&D", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23953886/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-09-30 22:01:12", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 23953886}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Research Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13616\nDate Posted: 09/30/2011\nCategory: Research Engineering\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, self-motivated individual to define development of new technologies for Physicians at clinical laboratories of excellence. This role will drive Research and Development programs, support research collaboration, and clinical activity involving St. Jude Medical products used in the electrophysiology laboratory. This role will lead collaborative discussions between Physician customers and St. Jude Medical technical teams to define and provide new technologies.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n Support research and clinical activity involving St. Jude Medical technology at the center of excellence.\n Drive development programs for existing technologies while being the key interface between the clinical laboratory of excellence and St. Jude Medical teams.\n Lead research programs to define and develop novel technologies by collaborating with Physicians and St. Jude Medical teams.\n Monitor and report progress, assessing existing technology and defining requirements for new technology.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n A BS degree with at least 5 years experience or a MS degree with at least 3 years experience, in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or Biomedical Engineering.\n Flexibility to travel from the USA to Europe on short notice, with trips away of multiple weeks.\n Research and development experience with technology used in the field of electrophysiology.\n Software skills to perform data analysis of clinical and preclinical data.\n Above average experience working with Physicians and cross-functional development teams.\n Possess strong documentation and verbal technical communication skills.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n Experience with Matlab, C, C++, Statistical Analysis software.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Research Engineer", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23953890/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-09-30 22:01:15", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 23953890}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Marketing Manager II\nJob Requisition #: AF13612\nDate Posted: 09/19/2011\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Product Marketing Manager that will be part of our AF Marketing Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and execution of new product marketing strategies, product launches, product management, continuation marketing and sales support for assigned product lines.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n Leads rigorous and disciplined new product launch planning and post-launch monitoring to ensure that new products meet AFD Op Plan goals for revenue growth. Includes working collaboratively with the U.S. and international selling divisions to establish strategies and tactics for product messaging and positioning, promotion, pricing, sales rep and customer education, limited market release programs, and organizational communication and alignment plans.\n Leads on-going lifecycle management of existing products to ensure AFD can maximize revenue and gross margin opportunities associated with current generation devices. Includes driving continued customer/sales force product promotional and educational programs, providing on-going competitive product education to the field, and leading the technical teams in the identification and resolution of product performance and procedural issues to ensure the highest levels of customer satisfaction.\n Conceives and executes broader programs (e.g., market development, patient education, clinical data development, KOL development, publication and podium presence, etc.) that create more preference for SJM products and services.\n Partners with the U.S. and international selling divisions to provide support at SJM events such as conferences, symposia, sales meetings, sales training sessions, and regional events. Provides on-going and prompt support in response to customer or field rep inquires and requests. Is recognized as a go to person with respect to both the business and technical sides of the product lines for which this individual is responsible.\n Provides input to engineering to help guide the development of next generation products and services. Establishes disciplined methods of gathering customer feedback and determining product/service requirements.\n Provides direction to manufacturing on inventory forecasts. Continuously monitors inventory situation by periodic review of US and OUS sales reports as well as through on-going dialogue with the selling divisions and manufacturing team.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n BS or BA degree in business, physical/life science, nursing, or engineering.\n 5+ years of marketing experience in medical devices.\n Self-directed  identifies what needs to be done and executes appropriately with little supervision.\n Pro-active  anticipates problems and acts appropriately.\n Excellent written and oral communication skills.\n Ability to multi-task in order to meet deadlines.\n Ability to influence cross-functionally and cross-divisionally without authority.\n Resilient  finds ways to get things done when initial or usual approaches do not work.\n Intellectually curious  strong desire to learn and willing to invest the time both inside and outside of work to do so.\n Team player.\n Willing to travel as needed (up to 35%) with occasional weekend travel.\n Creative, out of box thinker who thrives on developing and executing marketing strategies and tactics.\n Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization.\n Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills.\n Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n MBA strongly preferred\n Medical device, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical sales experience a plus\n Prior electrophysiology and/or cardiac rhythm management experience preferred\n Prior product marketing experience preferred\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Marketing Manager II", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23703439/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-09-19 19:38:36", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 23703439}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Regulatory Affairs Specialist II\nJob Requisition #: 12040\nDate Posted: 01/06/2012\nCategory: Regulatory Affairs\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in St. Paul.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Regulatory Affairs Specialist II position will develop and implement regulatory strategies in collaboration with regulatory and product development staff. This position will focus primarily in the Asia Pacific region.\n\nResponsibilities:\n Manage International Regulatory submission in the Asia Pacific region and other regions as needed\n Develop and maintain effective working relationships with in-country offices & regulatory agencies in countries where Cardiovascular Division products are marketed\n Actively participate in medical device industry working groups as a representative of St. Jude Medical s Cardiovascular Division\n Negotiate directly with agencies on complex submission issues\n Acquire and maintain current knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and scientific or technical issues\n Evaluate proposed manufacturing/product changes on regulatory submission strategies and existing licenses, and determine the level of change and consequent submission requirement for assigned markets\n\nQualifications:\n BS/BA in a technical discipline required\n 3+ years experience in the medical device industry\n Chinese language proficiency desired\n International Regulatory Affairs experience desired\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Regulatory Affairs Specialist II", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25740055/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-06 19:27:04", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25740055}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Field Clinical Evaluations Sr. Manager\nJob Requisition #: USD 9392\nDate Posted: 01/04/2012\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position available in our US Sales Division.\n\nJob Overview\nActing independently and within broad policy, has primary management responsibility for Field Clinical Engineering (FCE) activities related to the function of sales support through clinical evaluation and demonstration. Provides applications training and technical support to Health Care Professionals (HCPs) and St. Jude Medical sales personnel. Interfaces with services and sales management to efficiently administer account development requirements. Recommends, interprets and implements corporate, division or organizationally specific policies and procedures to accomplish assignments and resolves a broad range of issues and problems; ensures employee compliance with such policies, practices, and procedures. Sets goals, ensures that they are met and is responsible for continuous process improvement. Assures that quality of services meets internal and external customer requirements. Exercises judgment in planning and organizing work; monitors performance and reports status. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient business practices to execute processes. Remains current on developments in field(s) of expertise.\n\nRequirements/Education: A Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences, a related field or equivalent; typically ten plus years of progressively more responsible clinical experience in cardiology, electro-physiology, or working with Implantable Cardiac Defibrillators (ICDs), pacemakers, or cardiac electro-physiology procedures. A minimum of four plus years of demonstrated experience at a supervisory/managerial level is typical. Requires highly developed leadership skills/people-management experience sufficient to assume the complex range of personnel issues inherent in this position, including the ability to map task interdependencies, multi-task, prioritize such tasks, meet deadlines, and develop, monitor and live within budgets as well as the demonstrated ability to forecast major milestones; must be adept at delegation, follow-up, and team building. The ability to work cooperatively/productively with others is also needed. The ability to change the thinking of, or gain acceptance of, others in sensitive situations is also necessary. Comprehensive verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication, negotiation, interpersonal, training and presentation skills are essential. Documented record of delivering Field Clinical Engineering information that adds value to managements decision making process. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Proficient personal computer skills including spreadsheet skills, word processing, data base management, and other relevant applications.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration (i.e. MS degree in engineering/science). Professional Health Science certification or designation. Academic or in-house courses in leadership, training, Continuous Improvement (CI), cycle time improvement, etc., are preferred.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Field Clinical Evaluations Sr. Manager", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25690424/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-04 18:48:35", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 25690424}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr. Telephony Engineer\nJob Requisition #: Corp 11105\nDate Posted: 11/08/2011\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Corporate Headquarters in St. Paul.\n\nJob Overview\nThis senior position will be responsible for engineering enterprise scalable technology solutions and services offerings in the Telephony and Conferencing Services department. This individual requires proven technical engineering depth, hands on implementation and strong operational experience in high growth and fast pace environment.\n\nEssential Functions:\nFollowing established policies and operating standards, as well as industry best practices, in providing telecommunication services:\n Present technical information along with financial impacts to management and business clients to obtain approvals and funding for projects.\n Leads design and implementation of voice, video and conferencing hardware and software services including delegation of tasks to other project team members.\n Assist with telephony architectural direction and service roadmap creation.\n Document and maintain telephony standards documents (COE).\n Maintain current state diagrams and documentation of telephony, video and conferencing systems.\n Perform preventative maintenance and security administration functions.\n Set service expectations for changes with vendors and coordinate delivery of their services.\n Accountable and responsible for software and hardware updates of telecommunications, video and conferencing systems.\n Troubleshoot problems associated with services for clients. Work with users, vendors and other technical personnel to identify and resolve problems and malfunctions and perform repairs.\n Perform regular and periodic utilization and capacity planning analysis and reports.\n Maintain competency in related technologies, including operating systems, associated tools and sub-systems.\n Interface with others on system infrastructure problems, technical concerns, and financial issues.\n Provide 24x7 on-call support as part of rotating team coverage.\n\nQualifications Required:\n BS degree in computer science, engineering or telecommunications and/or 8+ years of equivalent network and telephony experience.\n 10+ years of information technology experience including at least 2 years or more of direct customer support.\n 5+ years of direct hands on experience administrating and installing Cisco CallManager, Cisco Unity Voicemail and Cisco IPCC Express.\n 5+ years of Cisco IOS experience, specifically regarding QoS and voice gateway configurations (MGCP, SIP, H.323).\n Relevant certifications desired (CCVP, CCNP, CCIE - Preferred).\n Excellent written and verbal communications skills.\n Demonstrated understanding of TDM and IP Telephony concepts, networking/distributed computing environment concepts; knowledge of and experience with principles of routing, client/server programming, and the design of consistent network-wide telephony system layouts.\n Demonstrated oral and written interpersonal, communication, analytical, presentation, and organizational skills; the ability to meet deadlines/work independently.\n Must be adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines.\n Ability to travel internationally, up to 20%.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr. Telephony Engineer", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24757501/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-11-08 20:40:52", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 24757501}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "SAP Basis Administrator\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12005\nDate Posted: 01/10/2012\nCategory: Information Technology Administrative\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nSt. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation. \n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at one of our Minnetonka, MN locations.\n\nJob Overview\nThis position is responsible for performing BASIS functions that include, but are not limited to: application support; performance monitoring and tuning; assisting with planning; designing, managing, and implementing SAP within a defined landscape; and adhering to the current BASIS policies and best practices with process development and documentation.\n\nJob Duties:\n Work closely with team leaders to understand current project and support priorities and provide support for day to day deliverables as prioritized and requested by management.\n Develop, maintain, and continually improve documentation for SAP Basis Policies and Procedures.\n Attend regular Change Control Board meetings to represent the SAP Basis team.\n Planning for SAP Installations, System Sizing (Capacity planning), Disk / Storage / Server Layout, and System Installation Plan.\n SAP Software Installation and Support: Installation of SAP Components based on SAP WAS 6.xx & 7.xx, SAP Solution Manager 7, SAP Business Warehouse 7, SAP CRM 5.0, SAP SCM 5.1 (including APO), SAP ECC 5.0 and SAP Enterprise Portals 7.0 GTS 7.2.\n Post Installation Setup of SAP Components: Initial System Backup, Configure SAPs Transport Management System, Request / Set-up SAP Developer Keys, Setup SAPROUTER connection to SAP, Install support packages, Client Copy, Install OSS notes, Configure SAP Note Assistant, SAP DBA configuration, Tuning / Modification of SAP and instance parameter files, Configuration of the SAPLOGON entries for the newly installed system, and setup of printers.\n Daily System Monitoring: Execution of all System Administration Assistant activities and troubleshoot / resolve problems reported by project teams.\n Particiapte in on-call rotations.\n\nQualifications:\n Bachelor's degree in Business, Management of Information Systems, Computer Science or related field or equivalent 6 years work experience.\n 4+ years experience as a SAP Basis administrator providing support and guidance to SAP Basis team or large contribution to several SAP Basis projects.\n 3+ years in a SAP production support environment or multiple full life cycle projects.\n SAP Certification on UNIX platform a plus.\n Strong time management skills.\n Highly self-motivated and directed.\n Strong project management skills with excellent attention to detail.\n Experience working in a team oriented, collaborative environment.\n Ability to learn new technologies with minimal training or supervision.\n Experience with SAP applications operating system administration (Unix and Windows).\n Strong troubleshooting, analytical, problem-solving, conceptual and performance tuning skills.\n Strong customer focus and management of client expectations.\n Work with minimum supervision.\n Excellent communication (written/documentation and verbal) and interpersonal skills.\n Ability to travel up to 10%.\n Ability to take on complex projects and assignments without detailed specifications and provide leadership direction to other SAP Basis personnel as appropriate.\n Should be willing to work on a 24x7x365 support environment.\n Experience in working in a SOX regulated environment.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "SAP Basis Administrator", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25811130/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-10 20:57:05", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 25811130}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Manager - Supply Chain\nJob Requisition #: 12280\nDate Posted: 01/23/2012\nCategory: Manufacturing Logistics Operations\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Minnetonka.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position is accountable for the overall supply chain leadership and management of planning, sourcing, buying, inventory management, and logistics processes for an assigned product family or value stream. As a problem solver and key process leader, this role is responsible for setting and executing global supply chain planning and purchasing strategies for assigned goods and services required for their product family or value stream. In conjunction with these defined operational supply chain expectations, this position will also directly contribute to overcoming supplier technical issues, managing supplier requested changes for existing components, and processes improvements where suppliers or supply items are involved. This position may supervise planning, buying, and component engineering resources that will be responsible for leading and coordinating cross-functional sourcing projects, defining supplier process improvement actions, facilitating internal process development activities impacting suppliers, and coordinating product/process validations with other cross-functional technical teams. Key deliverables for this position are leading and managing supply chain and purchasing focused actions and projects, identifying opportunities for total cost reduction, risk elimination, and developing and executing strategies to achieve them for an assigned value stream.\n\nEssential Functions:\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nCustomer focused supply chain and purchasing management and overall team leadership across multiple functional areas of a supply chain or value stream.\nProblem solving and team facilitation to meet cost, quality, and delivery expectations.\nImplement sourcing strategies to support objectives in the area of indirect or direct commodities, providing the assigned supply chain, project, and division competitive advantage in the areas of materials, supplies, and services\nLocate, analyze and develop a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future supply chain and purchasing needs\nProvides technical leadership and direct contribution toward the development of new and existing supplier processes for assigned supply chain or project products or services\nDirectly contributes to resolving technical issues and technical design work related to existing processes and designs as requested by the supply chain or project teams\nNegotiate and manage contracts/agreements for assigned supply chain or project\nHelp implement system configuration and data requirements required for SAP set up as requested and needed\nMaintains and promotes sound relationships with suppliers and business community\nSupport projects to assure all procurement activities are performed as required.\nCreate and maintain mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster feedback and continuous improvement. This includes driving continuous improvements with the supplier base.\nDevelop cross-functional teams to understand division-wide needs and evaluate suppliers\nManage suppliers, cost, quality, and delivery performance. Understand, track, and forecast the key cost drivers and market factors for assigned products or services\n\nQualifications:\nEducation and Experience:\nMinimum of 8 years of progressive Materials/procurement experience and technical knowledge in the area of medical devices, therapies, or solutions\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills\nAdvanced knowledge of procurement principles\nBA/BS in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance or equivalent\nProven ability to lead, influence and motivate others\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Manager - Supply Chain", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26054921/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-23 22:55:58", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26054921}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Associate - Clinical Research\nJob Requisition #: 12267\nDate Posted: 01/23/2012\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Plymouth.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Clinical Research Associate designs, implements, monitors and closes out clinical investigations. Support professionalism and scientific expertise of department.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n Follows department Standard Operating Procedures\n Sets up sites: clinical research agreements, IRB Approvals, etc\n Prepares and maintains in-service manuals, case report forms, informed consent and other specialized documents for clinical investigations\n Assists Regulatory in annual report and progress reports to the FDA\n Organizes Investigator and Data Safety Monitoring Board meetings\n Reviews data forms and DCF generation\n Conducts field audits to assure protocol compliance and data integrity\n Generates presentations when requested by investigators of AGA personnel\n Generates follow-up reminder reports and sends to investigators or AGA personnel\n Assists Regulatory Affairs in preparation of safety, efficacy and performance inquiries\n Acquires professional, product and market expertise via independent reading, networking and training\n Counsels and trains newly hired CRAs and monitors\n Travels approximately 20%\n Participates in professional activities outside of normal business hours\n Performs other related duties as requested\n\nEducation, Experience, Personal and Technical Skills:\n BA/BS in business, medical science or nursing\n 2 - 4 years experience in clinical research, preferably with a medical device company\n Ability to constructively interact with a range of personalities and range of positions, both inside and outside the organization\n Excellent written and verbal communication skills\n Ability to work independently and take direction from others\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Associate - Clinical Research", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26054924/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-23 22:56:15", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 26054924}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Senior Manufacturing Technician\nJob Requisition #: 12294\nDate Posted: 01/23/2012\nCategory: Manufacturing Technician\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in St. Paul:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nA Senior Manufacturing Technician will provide manufacturing support to production operators, engineering, and quality departments in a team environment.\n\nEssential Functions:\nIdentify, analyze, and implement manufacturing improvements (e.g., processes, yields, and\nproductivity)\nTest/troubleshoot manufacturing processes and equipment\nModify existing and develop new tooling and fixtures\nSummarize, analyze, and provide recommendations from test results\nAssist in writing technical reports by capturing experimental results and demonstrating technical writing skills\nSupport new product introductions\nSupport process validation activities for continuing production and for new product\nintroductions\nSet-up production processes using established procedures and processes\n\n\nQualifications:\n2 year technical degree preferred\n5+ years experience, preferably in medical device industry\nDemonstrated experience in molding, tooling, troubleshooting equipment, and performing machine and process set-ups\nExperience in GMP, ISO, and FDA controlled environments preferred\nProficient computer, data analysis and report writing skills\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Senior Manufacturing Technician", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26054931/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-23 22:56:46", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26054931}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Senior Buyer/Planner\nJob Requisition #: AF13721\nDate Posted: 01/27/2012\nCategory: Purchasing\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Senior Buyer/Planner to join our Minnetonka, MN based supply chain management team. Under the direction of the supply chain manager, the Senior Buyer/Planner will be responsible for planning production to meet customer demands and planning and ordering supplier sourced materials in support of the mission of the business unit.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n Plan and schedule weekly build plans for production. Adjust schedules accordingly and manage inventory to assure 100% customer service levels. Track schedule vs. actual production, investigate over/under production. Make decisions on future build plans and finished goods inventory impact.\n Place purchase orders with suppliers based on SAP system reports and non-inventory requirements, and follow up with suppliers to assure on time deliveries. Set and maintain SAP system parameters (i.e. safety stocks, lead-time, yields, etc.)\n Work with suppliers and SJM supplier quality on implementing material pull system utilizing SAP while eliminating receiving inspection.\n Lead SAP implementation team for the operations departments on material planning, purchasing, production scheduling and advanced SAP functionality like supplier portal and Kanban.\n Coordinate work load and set priorities for the other buyer/planners working in the supply chain department.\n Other duties as needed\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n Bachelors Degree.\n 7+ years of experience.\n APICS certification or greater than 75% complete.\n 3+ years experience in a FDA/cGMP/ISO environment.\n SAP experience in production scheduling, planning and purchasing of materials.\n SAP knowledge and implementation skills.\n Excellent communication skills and the ability to successfully interact with all levels of the organization.\n Experience with master scheduling, lot control, lean and/or six sigma continuous improvement methodologies within a regulated environment.\n Proven ability to represent company with outside suppliers in a professional manner.\n Proficient computer skills in a Windows based environment.\n Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization.\n Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills.\n Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n Medical device industry experience\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Senior Buyer/Planner", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26158774/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-27 19:09:00", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26158774}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Senior Labeling Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13726\nDate Posted: 01/27/2012\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, hands-on Engineer to develop and drive AFD wide instructions for use (IFU) strategy (brand, regulatory, format) for Labels and Label printing. The Labeling Engineer will develop and influence relationships with cross functional teams associated with the labeling process. Youll set the standard for developing a library of labeling practices and format for the division. The Engineer will define an innovative and flexible approach to labeling design and label printing for all AFD sites.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n Leads others to develop, design and create labeling that meets the developed strategy and guidelines that provide ease of use for the operations team.\n Learn and provide technical expertise on label printing processes and schema. Prepares and executes a strategy for mistake proofing the label printing process.\n Designs and creates labeling that meets the developed strategy and guidelines that provide ease of use for R & D, manufacturing engineering, operations, quality, regulatory and internal labeling team members\n Develops, drives, validates, and documents AFD wide consistency for labels and label printing. Analyzes various label formats, printing technologies, printing process flows and the factors that drive simplification of the labeling process.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n Bachelors of Science in Engineering\n Minimum experience of 8 years with a BS or 6 years with a MS.\n 3-5 years medical device experience working with product labeling, packaging, design dossiers and/or regulatory labeling\n Strong engineering skills- component specifications, assembly drawings, manufacturing procedures, validation processes and the ability to transfer engineering knowledge to paper\n Familiarity with standards for bar coding, UDI, label printing processes, software and printer hardware and a drive to understand all factors critical to compliant labeling.\n Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Label printing programs\n Ability to self prioritize multiple and conflicting tasks\n Great reputation for leading and driving change on multiple projects\n Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings\n Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization\n Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills\n Energized attitude\n Ability to influence others without authority\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n MS in Engineering\n Experience leading a Labeling program\n Ten+ years experience in a development and/or manufacturing environment\n\nTo learn more and apply visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Senior Labeling Engineer", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26158781/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-01-27 19:09:07", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26158781}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr Quality (Microbiology) Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13752\nDate Posted: 02/06/2012\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Senior Quality Engineer that will focus on Microbiology for the division. The engineer will focus on microbiology, biocompatibility, materials, and chemical characterization to ensure final devices are safe and efficacious. This individual is also responsible for supporting sterilization, controlled environmental monitoring, and vendor audits. The role will act as the SJM Atrial Fibrillation division (AFD) subject matter expert (SME) with responsibility for harmonizing practices throughout the division and providing biocompatibility and chemical characterization support to the AFD manufacturing sites, the division product development team, and the division R&D team.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Develops and implements the biocompatibility and chemical characterization requirements for new products or changes to existing products. Partners with Product Development and R&D to ensure products are safe for users.\n\u2022 Provides technical support for division teams and manufacturing sites for issues related to biocompatibility and chemical characterization requirements; act as SME to institute best practices.\n\u2022 Provides technical support for sterilization needs; including but not limited to validation requirements for new or existing products, annual validation of existing sterilization cycles, and audits of sterilization vendors.\n\u2022 Monitors and communicates changes to applicable industry standards and implement them within the business. Author and/or revise division and site documents related to biocompatibility, chemical characterization, etc. Provides training to appropriate division and site personnel.\n\u2022 Effectively communicates and works with other organizations, including Quality Engineers, Research & Development, Product Development, regulatory bodies, and customers. Supports global SJM initiatives.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Engineering degree or BA/BS in microbiology and engineering experience.\n\u2022 Minimum 5-7 years in medical device or pharmaceutical industry with direct experience with microbiology and biocompatibility. Demonstrated trouble shooting skills in complex situations outside of routine testing or monitoring.\n\u2022 Strong knowledge of FDA Quality System Regulations and ISO (11135, 11137, 10993) regulations.\n\u2022 Experience with Quality System auditing.\n\u2022 Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings.\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills.\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 ASQ CQE, or equivalent.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr Quality (Microbiology) Engineer", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26341873/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-06 21:22:30", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26341873}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Product Data Mgmt Systems Analyst\nJob Requisition #: AF13754\nDate Posted: 02/06/2012\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Systems Analyst to provide application development and configuration support to existing users as well as providing technical expertise to ongoing implementation activities. The role is responsible for understanding business requirements and user needs, and communicating them to IT for implementation. The position also involves assisting with implementation by participating in testing, developing training materials, updating SOPs, and delivering training to users. The PDM Systems Analyst focuses on the division\u2019s implementation of tools and processes for document, records, and change control to ensure they provide significant business value.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\nUser Support & Training:\n\u2022 Creates and maintains training materials\n\u2022 Delivers new user training\n\u2022 Provides follow-on training including targeted \u201cHow-To\u201d, Tips & Tricks sessions, system updates, functional group, and one-on-one.\n\nIT Liaison:\n\u2022 Creates, reviews, and prioritizes system modification requests\n\u2022 Participates in or leads data preparation or cleansing activities\n\u2022 Participates in software validation and smoke testing activities\n\nSharePoint Site Administration:\n\u2022 Improves and maintains the department\u2019s internal and customer-facing sites\n\u2022 Works with IT to implement and maintains Windchill access sites\n\nSpecial Projects / CR Processing Backfill:\n\u2022 Augments or fills in for Document Control resources as needed to create or process Change Requests for special projects or during times of increased workload.\n\nMetrics Management:\n\u2022 Prepares process metrics for use by management to identify process improvement opportunities and to present at quarterly quality management reviews.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Engineering, Business, IT, or a related technical or professional field.\n\u2022 3+ years medical device experience working with documentation, records, and/or quality systems.\n\u2022 Ability to bridge communication between technical and business areas for a full and complete understanding of expectations.\n\u2022 Strong technical writing and presentation/educational materials skills.\n\u2022 Strong understanding of FDA and ISO quality system requirements.\n\u2022 Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings.\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills.\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Extensive experience with the Windchill PDM software and related applications including Creo Elements (Pro/ENGINEER), ArborText, PPMLink, MathCAD, or Integrity Requirements & Software Lifecycle Management.\n\u2022 Experience with SharePoint development.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Product Data Mgmt Systems Analyst", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26341866/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-06 21:22:19", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26341866}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr Regulatory Affairs Specialist\nJob Requisition #: AF13755\nDate Posted: 02/06/2012\nCategory: Regulatory Affairs\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a high caliber, experienced, Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist. The Specialist will ensure that AFD products and procedures comply with regulatory agencies. The Specialist will contribute on cross functional teams, partner with the FDA, lead AFD regulatory projects and standards supporting all AFD products.\n\nImpact this role will have:\n\n\u2022 Prepare 510(k) regulatory applications and 510(k) letters to file to secure/maintain marketing approvals\n\u2022 Prepare PMA supplements for device or manufacturing changes\n\u2022 Prepare new product Design Dossiers for submission to Notified Bodies and Health Canada\n\u2022 Prepare appropriate documentation for renewing CE mark certification\n\u2022 Prepare appropriate documentation for annual renewals submitted to Health Canada\n\u2022 Prepare Technical Files for products with self certified CE Marks\n\u2022 Provide leadership and guidance to other members of the RA staff\n\u2022 Review device labeling and advertising materials for compliance with FDA submissions and applicable regulations.\n\u2022 Provide Regulatory leadership to development teams:\no Provide global strategic input (including all feasible alternatives and associated risks)\no Drive cross functional alignment with issues that could have Regulatory ramifications\n\u2022 Build partnerships with competent authorities (FDA, Notified bodies, Health Canada).\n\u2022 Build strategic partnerships to further departmental and organizational objectives\n\u2022 Update Technical Files on annual basis\n\u2022 Review device labeling and advertising materials for compliance with FDA submissions and applicable regulations\n\u2022 Core member on development teams, providing RA guidance, and project regulatory assessments\n\u2022 Interface directly with FDA, Notified Bodies and Health Canada\n\u2022 Communicate and coordinate regulatory activities with other departments\n\u2022 Review of product and manufacturing changes for compliance with applicable regulations (Change Control)\n\u2022 Review of protocols and reports to support regulatory submissions\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\u2022 BA or BS in a technical discipline with at least 5-8+ years technical experience\n\u2022 5+ years regulatory experience\n\u2022 Working knowledge of FDA regulations including 510(k), IDE, PMA, compliance, labeling and advertising\n\u2022 Strong technical and product knowledge\n\u2022 Experience with EU and Canadian medical device regulations and submissions\n\u2022 Motivating leadership and partnership skills\n\u2022 Strong written and oral communication and negotiations skills\n\u2022 Proven experience in managing multiple complex projects\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\u2022 Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) preferred.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr Regulatory Affairs Specialist", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26341867/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-06 21:22:20", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26341867}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr. Engineer - Research & Development\nJob Requisition #: 11731\nDate Posted: 10/03/2011\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nSummary:\nThis position will take an active role on specific projects to develop new test methods, model development, and preclinical activity. This individual will assist in designing and conducting performance evaluation activities of medical implants and materials. Provide product design advice based on conclusions of testing and research activities.\n\nThis candidate must have a strong ability to apply knowledge of engineering techniques to provide imaginative solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. The candidate should have a fundamental understanding of biomedical materials, biological systems, and test method development and validation methodology. Out of the box thinking is a key area for this position to merge the in-vitro and in-vivo experience to collect data and drive new medical device design. This individual will eventually train and direct other members of the staff to utilize test methods and models for future development needs.\n\nEducation and or Experience:\n- MS with 5+ years experience, or BS with 5-7 years experience. Expertise in mechanical and/or biomedical engineering is required.\n- Must have extensive background in test method development for medical devices.\n- Ability to develop test methods and teaching models to simulate in-vivo environments.\n- Proficient in designing fixturing and medical device design. Capable of bringing an idea to a practical application with a new test method or device.\n- Ability to design and develop experimental test setups to evaluate new concepts in cardiovascular therapy.\n- Proficient with computers and using 3D design software (ex. Solidworks)\n- Previous experience with R&D product development teams in medical device industry desired.\n- Willingness to perform hands on lab work.\n- Concise, organized, can multitask with the ability to prioritize.\n- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n- Communicates well with all levels of management and employees.\n- Candidate must work well in collaborative environment across functional areas.\n- Some familiarity with Fluoroscopic and Echostenography based medical techniques.\n- Experience utilizing clinically based analysis tools (CT scan analysis software) preferred.\n- Experience in RF ablation and/or in electrode stimulation devices is a plus.\n- Experience in working with active implants, RF electro-thermal system; strong capability of setting up comprehensive study and assessing in vitro and in vivo properties of device/device components preferred.\n- Knowledge of the electrode/tissue interface of electrical based systems for cardiovascular therapy preferred.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr. Engineer - Research & Development", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24025099/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-10-04 08:27:55", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 24025099}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr. Director, HR Business Operations\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12014\nDate Posted: 02/03/2012\nCategory: Human Resources Information Technology Information Services\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Corporate Headquarters in St. Paul.\n\nJob Overview\nThis newly created position is responsible for the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of the Human Resource Information System (HRIS), Learning Management System (LMS) and HR Shared Service Center. The position will be responsible for aligning processes and technical solutions with current and future business needs.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nHRIS:\n\u2022 Lead the coordination of overall HR information standards within all divisions.\n\u2022 Lead the process to define the prioritization of new projects and support needs.\n\u2022 Ongoing analysis of the HR information system processes and recommending improvements.\n\u2022 Serve as project manager for significant HRIS projects.\n\u2022 Recommendation of specifications and user test plans for any new HR functionalities.\n\u2022 Development of requirements and testing plans for any new HR functionalities.\n\u2022 Establish and maintain HRIS security and integrity controls, ensuring that a disaster recovery plan is implemented and tested regularly.\n\u2022 Serve as the HR liaison to IT and partner with the IT department to accomplish results.\n\u2022 Assist with the relationship management of existing and future technology partners.\n\u2022 Provide recommendations and direction on HRIS related best practices, policies and procedures.\n\u2022 Drive the process for determining resource allocation and project prioritization.\n\nShared Services:\n\u2022 Manages the delivery of the HR shared services including employee record maintenance, HR data stewardship, HR policy documentation, HR call center, and general HR administration. Ensures service levels are maintained to meet or exceed standards.\n\u2022 Responsible for hiring and retaining a diverse, highly qualified staff and for providing career coaching, growth and personal development. Accountable for the development of staff: critiques, instructs, mentors, evaluates and coaches to maintain current industry standards for field of responsibility and insures safety requirements for work areas are met within department.\n\u2022 Accountable for the performance of subordinate managers\u2019 team effectiveness. Maintains a strong client focus. Creates an environment that consistently fosters employee understanding of quality and motivates all employees to actively participate in the process of continuous quality improvement.\n\u2022 Leads change initiatives to increase usage and adoption of enhanced support services.\n\u2022 Collect and analyze operational performance data to drive process improvements and increase efficiency and effectiveness.\n\u2022 Serves on project teams as assigned.\n\u2022 Establish and maintain strong internal controls; driving and maintaining financial processes for the HR shared services function.\n\nLearning Management System:\n\u2022 Owner of the global, enterprise-wide LMS.\n\u2022 Establishing strategic direction for LMS with consideration given to business needs and compliance requirements.\n\u2022 Develop and ensure standards and processes are in place to effectively/efficiently manage learning data across the globe.\n\u2022 Own LMS vendor relationship.\n\u2022 Integrate LMS with performance and talent management systems and processes.\n\u2022 Work with divisions/groups to launch, maintain and drive usage of LMS.\n\u2022 Provide guidance and best practices for LMS.\n\u2022 Ensure effective training programs are in place for LMS administrators and govern global LMS administration access to ensure expertise and overall data integrity are maintained.\n\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 A four year degree in a related field. A Master\u2019s degree in Business, Human Resources or Computer Science is preferred.\n\u202210+ years of experience predominately in a significant systems area (finance, HR, business systems, etc.).\n\u2022 Experience with major ERP packages such as Oracle or SAP\n*3+ years of experience either managing or providing significant project leadership to the HRIS function.\n\u2022 Additional HR generalist experience is helpful.\n\u2022 Demonstrated project management/leadership skills with significant user side experience. Leading a major conversion or other significant project is desired.\n\u2022 Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated strengths in matrix management, negotiation, influencing and team building.\n\u2022 Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience with human resource processes.\n\u2022 Strong organizational skills.\n\u2022 Projects a strong customer service orientation.\n*Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed, estimated at 20%\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr. Director, HR Business Operations", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26298529/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-03 19:00:35", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26298529}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Engineer - Process Development\nJob Requisition #: 12370\nDate Posted: 02/02/2012\nCategory: Process Development Engineering\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Minnetonka.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nPerforms analyses to develop design specifications and performance requirements. Provides technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties and process (advantages/limitations) engineering planning. Selects techniques to solve problems and make sound design recommendations.\n\nEssential Functions:\nEstablishes processes based on product specifications.\nEvaluates process and design alternatives based on \"design for manufacturability\" principles.\nUnderstands principles of \"Cost of Goods Sold\".\nManages program compliance with \"Quality Control\" requirements (i.e. Design Control, Process validation etc.).\nUnderstands IP issues relative to processes being developed.\nMaintains knowledge of new developments in manufacturing and design technologies.\nUnderstand work environment issues (i.e. OSHA regulations, etc.).\n\nQualifications:\nBS degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred\n2 - 4 years manufacturing experience\nExperience designing and testing medical devices required\nExperience developing manufacturing processes and technologies and designing for manufacturability required\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Engineer - Process Development", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26274268/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-02 18:22:12", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26274268}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Engineer - Manufacturing\nJob Requisition #: 12351\nDate Posted: 02/01/2012\nCategory: Manufacturing Engineering\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Minnetonka.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position will design and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures in order to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality.\n\nEssential Functions:\nDesign and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures in order to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality\nEvaluation of production equipment\nProduction support and process validation\nInterface with vendors for incoming components\nTroubleshoot manufacturing process and equipment\nUtilize tools like Gage R&R, Cp, Cpk, and SPC to improve processes\nUnderstand manufacturing concepts like Value Stream mapping, 5S and Visual Workplace to improve quality, labor efficiency, and throughput.\nProtocol and report writing\nGenerate and modify manufacturing process documentation\nWork with cross functional teams as required\nDevelop and implement process improvements\n\nQualifications:\nMechanical Engineering degree required\n2-5 years manufacturing engineering experience\nMedical device experience preferred\nStrong analytical, problem solving and project management skills\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Engineer - Manufacturing", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26244514/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-01 18:38:28", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26244514}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Software V&V Engineer II\nJob Requisition #: AF13689\nDate Posted: 02/02/2012\nCategory: Software\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Software Test Engineer position brings a testing expertise to the Verification and Validation of the EnSite system. This high caliber individual will have significant input into day-to-day impact of defects, workflow, and the EnSite application. Responsibilities include requirements analysis, test design, test execution, defect issue resolution, and support of the engineering teams investigation of field complaints.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n Work independently and as a team member to plan, write, and execute test cases according to St. Jude Medical practices, FDA regulatory, and ISO standard procedures.\n Participate in the Requirements, Hazards Analysis, and Design Reviews for new features.\n Evaluate, recommend, and employ software test tools to ensure software quality.\n Designs new test suites for new features & functionality.\n Provides V&V perspective to R&Ds ongoing product development: requirements, product and test designs, defect reviews, user workflows, and field complaint investigations.\n Display initiative, leadership, and coaching skills in continuous quality and engineering process improvement\n Maintains expert status and continuing proficiency in field of software test engineering.\n Perform other duties as assigned\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent experience.\n Two or more years professional experience in software test engineering or related field.\n Working knowledge of cardiac anatomy.\n Polished written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation skills.\n Experienced in quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills.\n Effectively engages in conversations with all levels of employees, management and customers.\n Excellent documentation skills in delivering information that adds value to management's decision making process.\n Strong technical skill set including spreadsheet, word processing, PowerPoint and specialized applications.\n Experience with Windows and LINUX operating systems.\n Experience with software development lifecycle management tools.\n Two or more years in FDA-regulated industry.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration such as Biological Sciences or Engineering.\n Professional Health Science certification or engineering.\n Current industry knowledge of electrophysiology and/or cardiac rhythm management.\n Experience with C++, perl, and python programming languages.\n Masters degree in computer science or equivalent experience\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Software V&V Engineer II", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26274279/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-02 18:22:16", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26274279}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Buyer\nJob Requisition #: 11718\nDate Posted: 02/01/2012\nCategory: Purchasing\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nTo provide Materials Buying and Component Planning support for both production and non-production items. This may include quoting, purchasing, supplier management, production planning, inter-company STO management and administrative support. Responsible for the purchasing and planning of materials, services, and supplies used in the manufacturing of new product development and existing product lines as required.\n\nEssential Functions:\n Create and maintain mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster feedback and continuous improvement. This includes driving continuous improvements with the supplier base and SJM development teams.\n Monitors supplier performance, communicates and take action to maintain a high level of supply availability\n Sourcing/quoting requirements for goods and services required to support the new product development objectives.\n Reviews S&OP and independent demand inputs and adjusts component production plans and STO orders to support changes in demand plans\n Coordinates updates of inventory targets, safety stock levels, and inter-company planning parameters to support changes in build plans\n Coordinates the return of damaged goods, replacement items, or credit arrangements with suppliers.\n Arrange for vendor corrective action and works with SQE and supplier to improve quality.\n Plan and schedule deliveries to optimize inventories in support of production schedules, work with suppliers to maintain supplies to minimize shortages and disruption of SJM production or development schedules\n With assistance of QA department, audit suppliers and track their performance\n Prepares POs per requirements of MRP or manual purchase requisitions and monitors delivery of product against POs\n Works with other manufacturing site buyer / planner and operational team members to optimize Raw, WIP, and Semi-Finished Goods inventory levels and support all production needs\n Develops end-to-end supply plans and allocation strategies as needed for assigned parts being bought and planned.\n Material documentation filing and administrative support\n Maintain and update Supplier Information Database (SID) and Approved Supplier List (ASL) as required\n Supplier evaluation and management\n Supply and catalog item materials support for new R&D projects\n Maintain inventory planning levels based on forecasts internally and at suppliers who are on VMI / SMI programs\n Communicating clear, concise information via phone, e-mail or other methods\n Work with inventory control to resolve issues\n Special projects intended to reduce cost, increase efficiency, etc\n Other duties as assigned\n\nOther Duties:\n\n Filing documents and/or records according to policy, organizing skills, meeting participation.\n Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nExpected to work with minimal supervision. Works in accordance with defined policies and procedures, and with discretion and appropriate business ethics\n\nRelationships:\nInternal:\n1. Operations - to understand requirements of goods and services and be able to research/recommend suppliers\n2. Finance - To insure payments terms are correct and to support actions to correct billing discrepancies\n3. Shipping/Receiving - To identify opportunities to improve receipt processing and track goods\nExternal:\nSuppliers - to communicate requirements, place orders and discuss product or service quality or delivery performance.\n\nEquipment:\nPersonal computer, calculator, printer, copier, scanner\n\nWorking Conditions:\nTypical office environment, largest amount of time is sitting. May need to be in manufacturing area occasionally which requires wearing personal protective equipment due to noise level and safe walking. Travel to other locations and supplier sites may be required.\n\nPhysical Demands:\nReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.\n\nQualifications:\n\nEducation and/or Experience:\n 2 year Associates or 4 year Bachelors Degree in related business field. (Supply Chain, Finance, Business Admin, etc) Advanced degree is highly desirable.\n Entry level buying, planning or supply chain work or internship experience (0-2 years) in a Materials or Planning environment expected, preferably in a medical device setting\n Understanding of MRP, global purchasing, planning, and production principles\n SAP, JDEdwards, Oracle MRP/ERP software experience a plus\n High attention to detail\n Excellent organizational and communication skills\n Is able to manage entire planning and purchasing cycle from initial quoting to confirmed order and all associated planning and MRP usage functions\n Is able to work independently on projects\n Is able to identify cost savings opportunities and implement plans to realize savings\n Knowledge of ISO, GMP, JIT, ERP, and Lot control required\n Experience in the medical manufacturing field a plus.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Buyer", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26244544/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-01 18:38:59", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26244544}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Supply Chain Manager\nJob Requisition #: 11735\nDate Posted: 02/01/2012\nCategory: Purchasing\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position is responsible for setting and executing supply chain and purchasing strategies for assigned goods and services required within the Supply Chain or Project Team they are assigned. In conjunction with these supply chain expectations, this position will also directly contribute to the resolution of technical issues for new and existing products and processes where suppliers or supply items are involved. Resources in this role may be responsible for leading and coordinating cross-functional project activities, defining supplier process improvement experiments, internal process development activities, and coordinating product/process validations with other cross-functional technical teams. Key deliverables for this position are leading and managing supply chain and purchasing focused actions and projects, identifying opportunities for cost reduction, and developing and executing strategies to achieve them.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n Implement sourcing strategies to support objectives in the area of indirect or direct commodities, providing the assigned supply chain, project, and division competitive advantage in the areas of materials, supplies, and services\n Locate, analyze and develop a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future supply chain and purchasing needs\n Provides technical leadership and direct contribution toward the development of new and existing supplier processes for assigned supply chain or project products or services\n Directly contributes to resolving technical issues and technical design work related to existing processes and designs as requested by the supply chain or project teams\n Negotiate and manage contracts/agreements for assigned supply chain or project\n Help implement system configuration and data requirements required for SAP set up as requested and needed\n Maintains and promotes sound relationships with suppliers and business community\n Support projects to assure all procurement activities are performed as required.\n Create and maintain mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster feedback and continuous improvement. This includes driving continuous improvements with the supplier base.\n Develop cross-functional teams to understand division-wide needs and evaluate suppliers\n Manage suppliers, cost, quality, and delivery performance. Understand, track, and forecast the key cost drivers and market factors for assigned products or services\n\n\nOther Duties:\n Support activities performed by other supply chain or project team leaders\n Manage inventory supply levels to meet teams objectives\n Manage product build status and keep team informed of projected completion dates\n Manage build and shipping logistics to meet clinical trial needs\n Partner with clinical to develop an inventory strategy to meet clinical trial needs\n\nEnvironmental: Understand the following with respect to the environmental management system (EMS):\n The Environmental Policy;\n The employees specific roles, responsibility and authority,\n The importance of conformance with the environmental policy, procedures and requirements of the EMS,\n The potential consequences of departure from procedures,\n Who to contact in the event of questions or concerns related to the EMS, and\n The notification process in the event of an environmental emergency\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\n\nExpected to work with minimal supervision, and achieve objectives identified using internal and external resources. Operates within defined policies and procedures and is expected to present recommendations for improvements.\n\nRelationships:\nInternal:\n1. Operations - to understand requirements of goods and services and be able to research/recommend suppliers\n2. Research and Development  to work with teams defining and identifying requirements or specifications for materials or services that have unique properties or specifications not available from CVD approved suppliers.\n3. Finance - To insure payments terms are correct and to support actions to correct billing discrepancies related to supplier activities\n4. Shipping/Receiving - To identify opportunities to improve receipt processing and track goods and other supply chain logistics activities\n5. Executive/Senior Management  to present recommendations on areas of policy, process and alternative means of supply as risk or cost challenge arise.\nExternal:\nSuppliers  to manage performance and identify opportunities for improvement, to negotiate business terms and conditions, to research potential alternative suppliers. Associations  to network with peers at other organizations and to learn best practices of other organizations that can lead to improved Divisional performance.\n\nEquipment Utilized:\nPersonal computer, telephones, printer, copier scanner, calculator\n\nWorking Conditions:\nTypical office environment, largest amount of time is sitting. Travel to other CVD locations and supplier locations may be periodically required. Some travel outside of the home country may be needed.\n\nPhysical Demands:\nPeriodic access to manufacturing areas is required, creating the needs for personal protective equipment due to noise levels and materials used.\n\nQualifications:\n Minimum of 8 years of progressive Materials/procurement experience and technical knowledge in the area of medical devices, therapies, or solutions\n Excellent verbal and written communication skills\n Advanced knowledge of procurement principles\n BA/BS in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance or equivalent\n Proven ability to lead, influence and motivate others\n\nOther Requirements:\n Knowledge of ISO, GMP, JIT, ERP, and Lot control required\n Experience in the medical manufacturing field a plus.\n Proficient computer skills in a Windows based environment.\n Understanding of MRP, purchasing, and production principles\n Core Competencies:\n Communication Skills\n Teamwork & Interpersonal Effectiveness\n Job Knowledge\n Customer Focus\n Quality/Continuous Improvement\n Productivity/Efficiency\n\nLeadership Competencies:\n Business Planning\n Employee Development\n Decision Making\n Leading & Directing Teamwork\n Results Orientation\n Affirmative Action/EEO/Diversity Accountability\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Supply Chain Manager", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26244547/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-01 18:39:03", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26244547}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr Electrical Technician\nJob Requisition #: AF13723\nDate Posted: 02/10/2012\nCategory: Technician\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a talented, results-oriented Senior Electrical Technician to provide design and process development support to the Research and Development group in the area of medical device design.\n\nImpacts this role will have:\n\u2022 Design prototype/production test equipment including procurement, build and debug.\n\u2022 Electro-mechanical and printed circuit board assembly requiring soldering (SMT and through-hole), wiring, mechanical fabrication, and established production methods.\n\u2022 Understand electrical schematics and mechanical drawings to troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems to the component level.\n\u2022 Write and execute test protocols and reports.\n\u2022 Release controlled documentation.\n\u2022 Work effectively with cross-functional teams.\n\u2022 Assist, train, and communicate technical issues effectively to engineers and operators.\n\nQualifactions:\n\u2022 HS degree and minimum five years electromechanical experience or 2 year degree and 3 years of electromechanical experience.\n\u2022 Required experience operating various laboratory equipment such as oscilloscope, power supply, multi-meter, and function generator.\n\u2022 Required soldering/wiring skills.\n\u2022 Must be able to read and understand electrical schematics.\n\u2022 Strong understanding of digital / analog circuitry.\n\u2022 Strong troubleshooting experience.\n\u2022 Ability to work independently with good organizational skills and attention to detail.\n\u2022 Strong oral and written communication skills.\n\u2022 Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Medical device experience.\n\u2022 Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical CAD tools.\n\u2022 Schematic Capture / PCB Layout experience, Altium preferred.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr Electrical Technician", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26467907/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-10 23:21:13", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26467907}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Engineer - Controls\nJob Requisition #: 12438\nDate Posted: 02/10/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in St. Paul:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nDesign and fabricate controls systems for automated production equipment.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022Work with manufacturing engineers, technicians, and maintenance in designing and providing manufacturing support and training for automated equipment\n\u2022Demonstrate organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership/participation skills\n\u2022Evaluate process and design alternatives based on Design for Manufacturability principles\n\u2022Establish machine specifications based on customer requirements\n\u2022Design control systems and develop and test software\n\u2022Work with systems that range in scope from stand alone PLC and HMI systems to multi-component, multi-user process control systems often with interface to Corporate databases\n\u2022Program and integrate PLCs and HMIs using the following hardware/software: Allen Bradley, Acroloop, Cognex, DVT, Parker Compumotor, Keyance, .NET, Visual basic, VBA\n\u2022Ensure projects meet operating expectations and are completed within authorized budgets and schedule constraints\n\u2022Establish knowledge base of new developments in manufacturing and design technologies\n\u2022Interface with vendors on procuring materials, services, and equipment\n\u2022Troubleshoot new and existing automated equipment\n\u2022Assemble and evaluate automated equipment\n\u2022Support equipment validations\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022Bachelor degree in Engineering or Associates Degree in equipment technology plus 10-15 years relevant experience\n\u20225+ years experience as controls/software engineer\n\u2022Machine Vision Engineer specialty may substitute relevant skills and experience with Machine Vision Integration for specific machine control hardware and programming requirements (refer to attached).\n\u2022Must have experience with designing and fabricating automated production equipment\n\u2022Experience with machine and automation development practices, controller design, vision systems, PLC software programming, and CAD software is also required depending on job focus Controls, Software, or Machine Vision Engineering)\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Engineer - Controls", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26467982/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-10 23:22:04", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26467982}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 2nd Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13785\nDate Posted: 02/10/2012\nCategory: Assembly\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Assembler of high-tech cardiovascular medical devices. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This is a 2nd shift, Monday-Thursday opportunity.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Proficient assembly and packaging of medical devices by following company procedures and all processes within the primary work area, while meeting or exceeding quality and production standards.\n\u2022 Use of magnification and other equipment required to perform assigned job(s).\n\u2022 Understands and accurately completes necessary paperwork.\n\u2022 Perform general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as including training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of high tech assembly experience.\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work over-time.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read, understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device industry experience.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Assembler - 2nd Shift", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26467912/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-10 23:21:15", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26467912}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Clinical Programs Manager\nJob Requisition #: 12506\nDate Posted: 02/10/2012\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Plymouth.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Clinical Programs Manager position\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Manage the successful and timely execution of all device clinical trials for CVD.\n\u2022 Responsible for the selection, training and management of all Clinical Research Associates including their training and compliance with all SOPs and associated regulations.\n\u2022 Responsible for the training, initiation and management of clinical trial sites.\n\u2022 Establish and manage trial budgets including enrollment targets. Report regularly on performance against plan including steps to overcome any shortfalls in enrollment or overages in spending.\n\u2022 Participate in the design and development of new trials.\n\u2022 Responsible for the timely development of clinical component of regulatory submissions including 510(k)s and PMAs including validation of the associated data analysis.\n\u2022 Develop and maintain individual training programs for all staff.\n\u2022 Able to assist in the drafting and development of publications based on the results of the clinical trials.\n\u2022 Ensure all staff maintain relevant professional certifications and remain current with the latest development in interventional cardiology and structural heart defects.\n\u2022 Develop and maintain strong relationships with principal investigators at clinical trial sites.\n\u2022 Ensure that AGA Medical is using the most current tools in the management of clinical trials.\n\n\nEducation, Experience, Personal and Technical Skills:\n\u2022 BA/BS in life sciences or nursing.\n\u2022 Advanced degree in life sciences or nursing a strong plus.\n\u2022 5-10 years experience in clinical research management, preferably medical device company developing products for use in interventional cardiology.\n\u2022 Demonstrated and successful management experience of a clinical team of a minimum of 5-10 professionals.\n\u2022 Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with GCP and all US regulations.\n\u2022 Knowledge and experience with European and Japan device clinical trials a strong plus.\n\u2022 Hands on experience in the preparation of PMAs and 510(k)s or equivalent non-device regulatory submissions.\n\u2022 Comfortable in both the clinical and business setting. Comfortable presenting to senior management.\n\u2022 Ability to work independently and take direction from others.\n\u2022 Strong work ethic and willing to travel 40-50%.\n\u2022 Excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills.\n\u2022 Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office applications.\n\n\nPhysical Requirements:\n\u2022 Frequent computer monitor and keyboard use.\n\u2022 Extensive travel.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Clinical Programs Manager", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26467931/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-10 23:21:31", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 26467931}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Clinical Programs Manager\nJob Requisition #: 12409\nDate Posted: 02/13/2012\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in Plymouth.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Clinical Programs Manager will manage the successful completion of all clinical programs. Responsible for developing program budgets and hitting both enrollment and spending targets. Staff, manage and ensure competency of Clinical Research Associates including their knowledge and compliance with SOPs. Manage the timely development of PMA and other regulatory submissions.\n\nResponsibilities:\nManage the successful and timely execution of all device clinical trials\nResponsible for the selection, training and management of all Clinical Research Associates including their training and compliance with all SOPs and associated regulations\nResponsible for the training, initiation and management of clinical trial sites\nEstablish and manage trial budgets including enrollment targets\nReport regularly on performance against plan including steps to overcome any shortfalls in enrollment or overages in spending\nParticipate in the design and development of new trials\nResponsible for the timely development of clinical component of regulatory submissions including 510(k)s and PMAs including validation of the associated data analysis\nDevelop and maintain individual training programs for all staff\nAble to assist in the drafting and development of publications based on the results of the clinical trials\nDevelop and maintain strong relationships with principal investigators at clinical trial sites\nTravel estimated at15%\n\nRequirements:\nBA/BS in life sciences or nursing\n10+ years experience in clinical research\n5+ years experience successfully managing a team of clinical research professionals\n5+ years clinical research experience in medical device\nDemonstrated knowledge of and experience with GCP and all US regulations\nHands on experience in IDE clinical trials and the preparation of PMAs\nComfortable in both the clinical and business setting\nComfortable presenting to senior management\nAbility to work independently and take direction from others\nStrong work ethic\nExcellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills\nComputer proficiency including Microsoft Office applications\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\nAdvanced degree in life sciences or nursing a strong plus\nExperience in the cardiovascular therapeutic areas\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Clinical Programs Manager", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26501390/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-13 22:34:16", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 26501390}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist\nJob Requisition #: 11284\nDate Posted: 06/27/2011\nCategory: Regulatory Affairs\nLocation: Plymouth - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nAs a Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist you will support, develop, and follow SJM CVD and Amplatzer product procedures, compliance programs and ethical guidelines/requirements; evaluate the regulatory environment and provide internal advice throughout the lifecycle of the product (e.g., concept, development, manufacturing, marketing) to ensure product compliance; and provide regulatory intelligence to develop local and regional regulatory strategies.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Participate in initiatives to identify regulatory requirements and develop submission processes for new AGA markets.\n\u2022 Identify, monitor, and submit applicable amendments or notifications to regulatory authorities to comply with regulations.\n\u2022 Ensure regulatory compliance of labeling.\n\u2022 Evaluate proposed manufacturing changes on pre-clinical and clinical development and regulatory submission strategies.\n\u2022 Comply with product post-marketing surveillance requirements to meet conditions of approval.\n\u2022 Participate in crisis/issue management team (e.g., product recall, counterfeiting) and assess the regulatory impact of an event and proposed resolution.\n\u2022 Maintain product licenses and submit renewals as required.\n\u2022 Provide required information in support of product reimbursement or tenders.\n\u2022 Participate in and/or lead process improvement initiatives to streamline regulatory submission preparation processes for assigned markets.\n\u2022 Maintain records on legislation, regulations, guidelines, standards, and related issues for background purposes to facilitate compliance.\n\u2022 Assist other departments to develop SOPs to ensure regulatory compliance.\n\nBasic Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelors degree in business, engineering or sciences\n\u2022 8+ years industry experience in medical device regulatory affairs\n\u2022 4+ years of regulatory affairs experience with Class III medical devices\n\u2022 Knowledgeable and able to interpret and operate using federal and other regulations (e.g., Quality System Regulation, Code of Federal Regulations, Medical Device Directive)\n\u2022 Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills\n\u2022 Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook\n\u2022 Ability to interact with a range of personalities and many levels of the organization\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Masters degree in business, engineering or sciences\n\u2022 International regulatory affairs experience with Class III medical devices\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/22039315/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2011-06-27 18:49:12", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 22039315}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Intern - R&D\nJob Requisition #: 12275\nDate Posted: 02/07/2012\nCategory: Internship\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open in our Cardiovascular Division:\n\nJob Overview\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nPosition is responsible for data mining current medical device records for materials of construction information. Individual will be responsible for assisting in developing a global environmental management database to document component level chemicals/materials information for products across the division. Position will also assist with continuous improvement of the electronic lab notebook used in the S&T lab.\n\nThe candidate will work with a cross-functional team including S&T, R&D, Quality, Supply Chain and Operations to collect information, conduct assigned tasks, analyze and organize data, and make recommendations.\n\nEducation and/or Experience:\nCurrent student pursuing a B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. degree in chemical industrial hygiene, materials, or environmental science are preferred.\nStudent must be enrolled in the 2012 fall semester.\nGeneral interest in Medical Device.\nExperience with Excel, Word, PowerPoint is a plus.\nConcise, organized, can multitask with the ability to prioritize.\nProficient with computers.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Intern - R&D", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26571289/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-16 19:29:22", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26571289}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Operations Engineer I\nJob Requisition #: AF13790\nDate Posted: 02/16/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Production support and process validation\n\u2022 Troubleshoot manufacturing process and equipment\n\u2022 Understand manufacturing concepts like Value Stream mapping, 5S and Visual Workplace to improve quality, labor efficiency, and throughput\n\u2022 Protocol and report writing\n\u2022 Generate and modify manufacturing systems and processes\n\u2022 Work with cross functional teams\n\u2022 Develop and implement process improvements\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering\n\u2022 0-2 years engineering experience\n\u2022 Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills\n\u2022 Highly motivated with a demonstrated track record of achievement\n\u2022 Solid communication skills\n\u2022 Statistical data analysis experience\n\u2022 Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings\n\u2022 Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills\n\u2022 Energized attitude\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Medical device experience\n\u2022 Manufacturing experience\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Operations Engineer I", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26571333/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-16 19:29:43", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26571333}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Mechanical Engineer I\nJob Requisition #: AF13791\nDate Posted: 02/16/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Production support and process validation\n\u2022 Troubleshoot manufacturing process and equipment\n\u2022 Understand manufacturing concepts like Value Stream mapping, 5S and Visual Workplace to improve quality, labor efficiency, and throughput\n\u2022 Protocol and report writing\n\u2022 Generate and modify manufacturing systems and processes\n\u2022 Work with cross functional teams\n\u2022 Develop and implement process improvements\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering\n\u2022 0-2 years engineering experience\n\u2022 Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills\n\u2022 Highly motivated with a demonstrated track record of achievement\n\u2022 Solid communication skills\n\u2022 Statistical data analysis experience\n\u2022 Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings\n\u2022 Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills\n\u2022 Energized attitude\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Medical device experience\n\u2022 Manufacturing experience\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Mechanical Engineer I", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26571349/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-16 19:29:43", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26571349}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Mechanical Engineer I\nJob Requisition #: AF13792\nDate Posted: 02/16/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Production support and process validation\n\u2022 Troubleshoot manufacturing process and equipment\n\u2022 Understand manufacturing concepts like Value Stream mapping, 5S and Visual Workplace to improve quality, labor efficiency, and throughput\n\u2022 Protocol and report writing\n\u2022 Generate and modify manufacturing systems and processes\n\u2022 Work with cross functional teams\n\u2022 Develop and implement process improvements\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering\n\u2022 0-2 years engineering experience\n\u2022 Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills\n\u2022 Highly motivated with a demonstrated track record of achievement\n\u2022 Solid communication skills\n\u2022 Statistical data analysis experience\n\u2022 Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings\n\u2022 Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills\n\u2022 Energized attitude\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Medical device experience\n\u2022 Manufacturing experience\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Mechanical Engineer I", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26571357/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-16 19:29:44", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26571357}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: CRT13045\nDate Posted: 02/15/2012\nCategory: Assembly\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Cardiac Rhythm Management Division (CRMD):\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Assembler of high-tech cardiovascular medical devices. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This is a 1st shift, Monday-Thursday opportunity.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Proficient assembly and packaging of medical devices by following company procedures and all processes within the primary work area, while meeting or exceeding quality and production standards.\n\u2022 Use of magnification and other equipment required to perform assigned job(s).\n\u2022 Understands and accurately completes necessary paperwork.\n\u2022 Perform general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as including training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of high tech assembly experience.\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work over-time.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read, understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device industry experience.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Assembler - 1st Shift", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26571361/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-16 19:29:46", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26571361}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Quality Inspector II\nJob Requisition #: AF13784\nDate Posted: 02/15/2012\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a talented, results-oriented Quality Assurance Inspector for our Minnetonka location. The successful candidate will be primary responsible for inspection of incoming components, or manufactured medical devices, and documenting these activities.\n\nImpacts this role will have:\n\u2022 Support Quality inspection activities during the manufacturing of Diagnostic and Ablation Catheters.\n\u2022 Support production line including, NCMR, Quality Inspection and GDP adherence of Shop Floor Paperwork.\n\u2022 Documentation of in-process findings on inspection forms/audit reports.\n\u2022 Documentation of non-conformances on NCMR\u2019s as appropriate.\n\u2022 Other Duties as assigned.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Must have a high school diploma/GED.\n\u2022 0-3 years experience in Quality Assurance performing inspection duties in a medical device environment.\n\u2022 Experience with hand tools, gages, pressure and force gage testing.\n\u2022 Knowledge of FDA QSR and ISO 13485 guidelines.\n\u2022 Good communication and computer skills.\n\nTo learn more or to apply, visit our web site at www.sjm.com.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Quality Inspector II", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26541092/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-15 19:37:42", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26541092}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: CRT13044\nDate Posted: 02/15/2012\nCategory: Assembly\nLocation: Minnetonka - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Cardiac Rhythm Management Division (CRMD):\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Assembler of high-tech cardiovascular medical devices. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This is a 1st shift, Monday-Thursday opportunity.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Proficient assembly and packaging of medical devices by following company procedures and all processes within the primary work area, while meeting or exceeding quality and production standards.\n\u2022 Use of magnification and other equipment required to perform assigned job(s).\n\u2022 Understands and accurately completes necessary paperwork.\n\u2022 Perform general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as including training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of high tech assembly experience.\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work over-time.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read, understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device industry experience.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Assembler - 1st Shift", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26541042/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-15 19:36:11", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26541042}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr Post Market Surveillance Specialist\nJob Requisition #: AF13786\nDate Posted: 02/15/2012\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Senior Post Market Surveillance Specialist. Working without appreciable supervision, this successful candidate will be reviewing and investigating medical device complaints and maintaining quality documents as required ensuring compliance with various regulatory agencies. This individual will also coordinate resolution of complaints and ensure that timely investigations are conducted and prepare and file reports as appropriate with regulatory agencies and bodies (including Competent Authorities). The required regulatory reports by geography include but are not limited to; USA (MDR), European Union (Vigilance), Canada, Australia, and Japan.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Generate customer letters as appropriate upon closure of the investigation. Establish and improve complaint handing procedures. Remains abreast of and consults on regulations tied to complaint management.\n\u2022 Independently conceives, plans, and conducts complex and/or original projects as required.\n\u2022 Identifies relevant sources of information and utilizes them to make decisions.\n\u2022 Responsible for successful completion of moderate risk assignments that will have a significant impact on the department.\n\u2022 Works cooperatively as well as productively on assigned project teams.\n\u2022 Proactively identifies and shares opportunities, concerns, and solutions with coworkers.\n\u2022 Completes comprehensive reports and makes presentations.\n\u2022 Mentors and oversees the technical duties for less experienced staff members including peer review of complaint files\n\u2022 On a daily basis receive, review and investigate medical device complaints / Coordinate return of devices / Manage timely investigation / Manage database input\n\u2022 Prepare, file and maintain correspondence for external regulatory reports for the applicable geographies\n\u2022 Review, interpret and enter investigation results into the database, generate customer letters and ensure timely closure of complaint files to meet performance objectives for processing time\n\u2022 Complaint Handling System Liaison / Complaint Handling System Department Support / Staff Training / Administer Training Manual\n\u2022 Maintain and update the area operating procedures (SOPs) as required. Improve the complaint handling process.\n\u2022 Other duties, as required, including presentations to internal customers and employing change management techniques to implement a robust, compliant complaint handling process.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Four-year degree preferred or equivalent experience required (e.g. quality or clinical).\n\u2022 Must possess a high level of knowledge and understanding of a medical device and/or complaint management systems.\n\u2022 Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.\n\u2022 Candidate must demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills and must communicate and document product performance and complaints clearly and concisely using objective evidence and language.\n\u2022 Candidate must demonstrate computer literacy and proficiency with standard office software applications and the complaint management information system/database.\n\u2022 Candidate must possess a full working knowledge of medical device regulations as it relates to product performance reporting and complaint handling for all effected geographies including but not limited to; USA (MDR), European Union (Vigilance), Canada, Australia, and Japan.\n\u2022 Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills.\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 3-5 years working experience preferred.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Sr Post Market Surveillance Specialist", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26541044/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-15 19:36:15", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26541044}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "APD Principal Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13788\nDate Posted: 02/15/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Principal Engineer supporting the installation process development for our latest technologies. Qualified candidates should have a background in capital systems for medical devices, preferably with experience in developing, installing, or maintaining angiography/fluoroscopy imaging systems. The Principal Engineer will partner with the design team and technical services team to support initial installations, develop consistent procedures, and provide diagnostic assistance during and after installation. Travel will be variable up to 50%, with most travel within the US.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Manufacturing technology readiness level (TRL) assessment and capability analyses.\n\u2022 Serve as Core Team Member on electronic systems development projects.\n\u2022 Conceptualize new processes and testing methods using device knowledge and innovative thinking.\n\u2022 Development of manufacturing assembly procedures and fixturing.\n\u2022 Develop, review, and challenge product and process specifications.\n\u2022 Develop rationale for product and process specifications, including justification and supportive testing.\n\u2022 Create product and test equipment drawings and/or models.\n\u2022 Development of manufacturing test strategy, test procedures and test equipment.\n\u2022 Development of pFMEA.\n\u2022 Development of IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and reports for manufacturing equipment.\n\u2022 Review components for reliability, performance, and standardization.\n\u2022 Development of the refurbishment process, including test strategy.\n\u2022 Specification of DFX criteria: Design for Manufacturability and Test.\n\u2022 Supplier technical capability reviews in partnership with supplier quality review.\n\u2022 Facilitating and assembling rapid turn prototype, feasibility, and test product builds.\n\u2022 Ongoing support for cycle time reduction and quality improvements.\n\u2022 Ongoing support for component obsolescence.\n\u2022 Review engineering change orders.\n\u2022 Participate and or lead root cause investigations and corrective action.\n\u2022 Automated test equipment development, installation, and qualification.\n\u2022 Run empirical and experimental analysis.\n\u2022 Work with outside consultants, vendors, and the medical community.\n\u2022 Conduct work in accordance with design control and quality system requirements.\n\u2022 Coordinate and manage resources to meet detailed project timelines and milestones.\n\u2022 Participate in design reviews.\n\u2022 Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills.\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s Degree in engineering or science related field.\n\u2022 9+ years experience, preferably in process development for electrical systems.\n\u2022 Experience with development of medical devices preferred.\n\u2022 Experience with a variety of manufacturing processes\n\u2022 Experience using Lean Sigma or other Design for Manufacturability toolset required.\n\u2022 Project leadership and management skills preferred.\n\u2022 CAD Experience in Solidworks and/or Altium preferred.\n\u2022 Travel required, up to 50%.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Advanced degree.\n\u2022 Experience in developing, installing, or maintaining angiography/fluoroscopy imaging systems.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "APD Principal Engineer", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26541048/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-15 19:36:30", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26541048}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Intellectual Property Attorney II\nJob Requisition #: AF13796\nDate Posted: 02/17/2012\nCategory: Legal\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Atrial Fibrillation division is seeking a high-caliber Intellectual Property Attorney for an opening in our growing legal department. The successful candidate will work directly with the research and development group and the technology development group as a key member of the legal team.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Collect, screen, and manage invention disclosures.\n\u2022 Conduct meetings with inventors to review invention disclosures.\n\u2022 Prepare and prosecute patent and trademark applications.\n\u2022 Participate in due diligence initiatives as they relate to intellectual property. Analyze competitors\u2019 intellectual property portfolios and products.\n\u2022 Assist with patent clearance activities for new products/services, and formulate non-infringement and invalidity positions as necessary.\n\u2022 Help manage outside counsel, including the oversight of work.\n\u2022 Assist outside litigation counsel with intellectual property litigation.\n\u2022 Educate employees as to the protection of innovations through the patent process, best practices for maintaining confidential business information, contractor and vendor matters, and the overall development of intellectual property assets.\n\u2022 Assist with developing electronic and hardcopy training materials and give presentations on substantive legal areas related to intellectual property.\n\u2022 Draft technology agreements, including, research and development agreements, confidentiality agreements, license agreements, and consulting agreements.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws degree from accredited law school.\n\u2022 Degree in Engineering or Science.\n\u2022 Admission to, or eligibility for admission to, the state bar of Minnesota.\n\u2022 Minimum of seven years post-law-school experience with progressively more responsible work experience in prosecuting mechanical and/or electro-mechanical patent applications with regionally or nationally recognized law firm and/or corporation. Experience counseling clients with their patent, trademark, and copyright issues.\n\u2022 Well-developed written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills.\n\u2022 The ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees.\n\u2022 Ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks.\n\u2022 Registered to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO).\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Master's degree in science or engineering.\n\u2022 Applied legal experience in the medical devices, biomedical, or related industries.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Intellectual Property Attorney II", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26599535/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-17 20:54:58", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26599535}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Software Engineer I\nJob Requisition #: AF13799\nDate Posted: 02/17/2012\nCategory: Software\nLocation: St. Paul - MN - USA\n\n\nAbout Us\nOur teams produce game-changing ideas and life-changing results. A career at St. Jude Medical puts you on the leading edge of medical technology, working for a company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and its passion for quality. Isn't this the kind of change you would like in your life?\n\n\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have this position open at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a talented, results-oriented Software Engineer to develop and maintain complex features involving algorithms for the EnSite Velocity and EP-WorkMate systems and related systems. The ideal candidate will have studied algorithm development and software product development. This position will partner and work with applied research engineers to develop and transition algorithms into software products.\n\nImpact this role will have:\n\u2022 Develop and support software for the EnSite Velocity product. This engineer will work closely with the Applied Research team and with other software developers to transition, develop and support advanced algorithms to a commercial product.\n\u2022 Support the development of EnSite Velocity and EP-WorkMate software features related to 3D geometric models of the heart chambers, location tracking, filtering and other advanced algorithms. Duties will include working within an engineering process to specify, design, and develop features. This software engineer will be working with the Applied Research group to support transitioning research into product.\n\u2022 Author and maintain software design documentation.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 BS or MS in Computer Science or other Engineering or Math discipline;\n\u2022 Experience with one of the following: computational geometry algorithms, digital filtering algorithms or image processing.\n\u2022 Experience in C++. Experience working in Linux/UNIX.\n\u2022 Experience with multithreading, OpenMP, Qt or a similar framework.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Experience with CUDA and OpenGL graphics\n\u2022 Experience with Windows development and MS Visual Studio.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "title": "Software Engineer I", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26599526/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St Jude Medical", "date_new": "2012-02-17 20:54:41", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26599526}]