[{"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Analyst, IT Business\nJob Requisition #: 13365\nDate Posted: 05/22/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\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:\nProvides leadership and direction to and works with business customers in identifying and fulfilling their informational needs. Functions as a project leader for system analysis, design, development and implementation assignments.\n\n\nEssential Functions:\nProvides application development support and coordination primarily to the Manufacturing\nand Distribution organizations by:\n\u2022 Facilitating meetings in the business area to review business processes and identify\ninformation system requirements and/or needs.\n\u2022 Making appropriate recommendations for continuing, modifying, or abandoning\nproposed projects and/or systems based on the results of feasibility studies and/or\ncost/benefit analyses.\n\u2022 Maintaining and documenting the logical and physical data models including data flow diagrams.\n\u2022 Developing business process flows and data models required by the department methodology for new system development or for process redesign.\n\u2022 Preparing project and system documentation consistent with standards and\nprocedures outlined in the development methodologies.\nProvides project management support as a leader or member of a project team:\n\u2022 Develops project plans, work breakdown structures and task dependencies,\ncommunication plans, etc., according to the development methodologies.\n\u2022 Manages project activities and motivates members of the project team.\n\u2022 Provides updates and thorough communication to the project team, information\nsystems and the impacted business areas.\n\u2022 Coordinates the implementation of information systems with IS personnel and\nmembers of the impacted business areas.\nProvides coaching and training support:\n\u2022 Maintains proficiency in the tool sets used within the supported business areas.\n\u2022 Supports the business areas in their tool sets, including training and developing\nsubject matter experts within the supported business areas.\n\u2022 Conducts training that quickly prepares participants to use a maximum of system\nfeatures.\nMaintains relationships and communications with business and IS units:\n\u2022 Keeps informed of trends and new developments in technology to better advise management of means to accomplish business and information systems goals.\n\u2022 Understands the various business entities, their information systems developed by IS, and\nthe applications that they developed on their own.\n\u2022 Serves as a liaison between IS and the supported business areas.\n\u2022 Communicates effectively with management to enhance their understanding of the\nopportunities and limitations of information systems.\n\u2022 Provides effective written and verbal communications.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 This person must have excellent communication and customer service skills and strong\nleadership and team motivation skills in order to manage work that requires effective\ndelivery to internal SJM customers.\n\u2022 This includes bridging communication between technical areas and business areas\nfor a full and complete understanding of expectations.\n\u2022 Five to seven years business analyst experience or equivalent gained through a combination of formal training and progressive work experience, including project management experience.\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Business, Computer Science or related field is preferred.\n\u2022 MBA a plus.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-22 19:30:31", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28867994/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Analyst, IT Business", "reqid": "13365", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28867994}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Sr. Automated Test Engineer\nJob Requisition #: NMD3210\nDate Posted: 05/22/2012\nCategory: Electrical Engineering\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Senior Automated Test Engineer designs, develops, verifies, validates, and provides technical support for automated test systems used in the production of electronic medical devices for St. Jude Medical\u2019s Neuromodulation Division (SJM-NMD).. This person is responsible for coordinating and managing all activities and deliverables associated with demonstrating production test systems are fit for their intended uses and produce reliable and repeatable test results in accordance with FDA Regulations and internal St. Jude development guidelines. In addition, this person shall provide strong, real-time technical analysis and troubleshooting support for both test system and product performance during day-to-day operations.\n\nKey areas of focus include: providing Design For Test (DFT) inputs to Product Development, translating and tracing product requirements into test specifications and user requirements, facilitating Failure Modes and Effects Criticality Analyses (FMECAs), constructing Master Validation Plans (MVPs), creating and executing Test Method Validations (TMVs), creating and executing Process Validations (including Installation, Operational, and Performance Qualifications), monitoring and trending product and test system performance, designing and implementing Process Controls, providing technical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance support for Operations, and developing procedures and detailed work instructions for operators and technicians who use the test systems,\n\nMajor On-Going Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Interface with Product Development teams to generate test plans, test requirements, test specifications, and other relevant documents required to design, develop, verify, and validate automated production test systems\n\u2022 Attend internal customer reviews for improvement of automated test hardware and software to increase testing yield and throughput\n\u2022 Develop system architecture and relevant documentation, including hardware and software design and integration\n\u2022 Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, and production personnel to generate and implement test system improvements based on monitoring and trending both product and equipment performance\n\u2022 Participate in the design, development, and documentation of test cases for new or existing products\n\u2022 Provide production support for the automated testing of SJM-NMD products including (but not limited to): troubleshooting electronic and electro-mechanical failures, assembly and test process improvements, replacement of obsolete components, and identification / correction of design weaknesses\n\u2022 Participate in the review of new product designs for manufacturability including (but not limited to) circuit designs, PCB layouts and panel formats, and design for ease of assembly and test\n\u2022 Supervise engineering technicians and mentor entry-level engineers\n\u2022 Develop and implement manufacturing process flow documentation\n\u2022 Provide technical support for internal and external Quality and Procurement activities\n\u2022 Generate Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs) for the implementation of new design documentation or revision of existing design documentation, as required for products in production\n\u2022 Write protocols, execute Verification, Validation, and Characterization testing, and write reports\n\nExperience & Training:\n\u2022 Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent\n\u2022 Five or more years experience in developing test systems/solutions for production testing at the board, subassembly, and finished assembly levels\n\u2022 Hardware Integration Qualifications: at least 2 years of experience specifying and integrating data acquisition and control hardware such as PC-based DAQ boards, rack-based instruments (GPIB, VXI, PXI), motion control, and machine vision\n\u2022 Software Development Qualifications: at least 2 years of experience developing or interpreting and interfacing with professional-quality LabVIEW software applications using advanced architecture and data structure techniques (experience with TestStand, C/CVI/C++, and databases is preferred)\n\u2022 A broad knowledge of measurement and control principles is required\n\u2022 Medical device experience preferred \u2013 Knowledge of FDA Quality System Regulations 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 9001 / 13485\n\u2022 Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills\n\u2022 Sound electrical design practices, including (but not limited to): grounding techniques, cabling, and board layout (familiarity with OrCAD preferred)\n\u2022 Mastery of assembly drawings, schematics, flow charts, spreadsheets and ECN procedures\n\u2022 Clear, constructive, and effective communication with co-workers, management, external suppliers and customers to meet project goals\n\u2022 Proven problem solving and critical reasoning skills\n\nOther Skills/Characteristics:\n\u2022 Ability to work under pressure and with short deadlines\n\u2022 Ability to multi-task and juggle priorities without loosing focus and delivering on the objectives at hand\n\u2022 Ability to work independently, with good organizational skills and attention to detail\n\u2022 Develop and manage project requirements\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-22 19:30:13", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28867987/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Automated Test Engineer", "reqid": "NMD3210", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28867987}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Product Manager\nJob Requisition #: NMD3209\nDate Posted: 05/22/2012\nCategory: Marketing Engineering\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nMajor Ongoing Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Assist in the development of the strategic vision for next-generation neurostimulation products.\n\u2022 Define the requirements and business cases for new products and enhancements.\n\u2022 Direct market research to assess customer needs, to verify product requirements, and to evaluate design prototypes.\n\u2022 Work with cross-functional product development team to bring products to market.\n\u2022 Manage product development activities assigned to Marketing. Tasks include preparing customer requirements documents, creating product labeling (including manuals), defining and conducting user-validation activities, generating product forecasts, and setting product pricing.\n\u2022 Assist Regulatory and Clinical departments with submissions and clinical studies.\n\u2022 Develop in-depth knowledge of the sales process and provide critical sales tools.\n\u2022 Plan and execute the launch of new products. Tasks include developing product positioning, writing content for marketing pieces, and assisting product support areas with product training.\n\u2022 Use market knowledge and product expertise to support Customer Service, Sales, Clinical, Regulatory Affairs, and Engineering.\n\u2022 Monitor and evaluate competitive activity and intellectual property for opportunities and threats.\n\u2022 Participate in domestic and international physician training and sales training activities.\n\u2022 Provide sales support by attending key physician congresses and meetings, conducting field visits, and providing technology presentations to small (2-10 customers) and large (100+ customers) groups of physicians.\n\u2022 Provide direction for on-going product forecast management.\n\u2022 Assist with the manage worldwide product obsolesce plans.\n\nExperience and Training:\n\u2022 Bachelors degree in marketing, engineering or other related field; MBA preferred\n\u2022 Minimum 2 years\u2019 experience in a medical device related industry (implantable device company preferred) in a product management or marketing position with product launch experience. Field sales experience a plus.\n\u2022 Familiarity with healthcare/medical regulatory, quality, and reimbursement environment\n\u2022 Track-record of effectively collecting, analyzing, prioritizing, and communicating customer needs for new products\n\u2022 Track-record of effectively leading cross-functional teams\n\nOther Skills/Characteristics:\n\u2022 Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills\n\u2022 Excellent written and verbal communication skills\n\u2022 Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and sales representatives\n\u2022 Comfortable presenting in front of large groups of people\n\u2022 Excellent analytical skills\n\u2022 Results-oriented, resourceful team player able to foster cooperation within a working group or team\n\u2022 Ability to work effectively on a multitude of projects in a fast-paced environment\n\u2022 Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams\n\u2022 Ability to effectively make decisions with imperfect information\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-22 19:30:12", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28867986/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Product Manager", "reqid": "NMD3209", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28867986}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Clinical Programs Manager\nJob Requisition #: 13203\nDate Posted: 05/22/2012\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\nJob Overview\nThe Clinical Programs Manager will manage the successful completion of all clinical programs. Will also be 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:\n\u2022 Manage the successful and timely execution of all device clinical trials\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\n\u2022 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 Develop and maintain strong relationships with principal investigators at clinical trial sites\n\u2022 Ensure that St. Jude Medical is using the most current tools in the management of clinical trials\n\u2022 Travel estimated at 30%\n\nRequirements:\n\u2022 BA/BS in life sciences or nursing\n\u2022 10+ years experience in clinical research\n\u2022 5+ years experience successfully managing a team of clinical research professionals\n\u2022 3-5 years clinical research experience in medical device PREFERABLY\n\u2022 Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with GCP and all US regulations\n\u2022 Hands on experience in IDE clinical trials and the preparation of PMAs\n\u2022 Comfortable in both the clinical and business setting\n\u2022 Comfortable presenting to senior management\n\u2022 Ability to work independently and take direction from others\n\u2022 Strong work ethic\n\u2022 Excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills\n\u2022 Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office applications\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Advanced degree in life sciences or nursing a strong plus\n\u2022 Knowledge and experience with European and Japan device clinical trials a strong plus\n\u2022 Experience in the cardiovascular therapeutic areas\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-22 19:30:08", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28867984/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Clinical Programs Manager", "reqid": "13203", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28867984}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Systems Administrator - Wintel\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12041\nDate Posted: 05/22/2012\nCategory: Information Technology Administrative\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 System Administrator position identifies requirements, builds, tests, deploys and maintains scalable and stable technical operating environment as part of overall enterprise IT technology management function. They will also partner with customers, vendors and other dependent IT domains to ensure successful delivery of business applications and scalable operations.\n\nJob Duties:\n\u2022 Collects and documents technical requirements used for design specifications\n\u2022 Assists in evaluating new requirements and recommends new processes and standards as appropriate\n\u2022 Designs, builds, tests and administers software and technical platforms to standards\n\u2022 Effectively identifies user and technical dependencies, identifies risk, and engages other technical domains to define broader solution sets\n\u2022 Define Build Standards and Test Standards, guidelines, best practices, and produce metrics as directed\n\u2022 Establish and maintain system specific documentation and operational procedures within the domain\n\u2022 Conducts proactive capacity planning, performance monitoring, configuration tuning and technology refresh\n\u2022 Perform incident and problem analysis and resolve escalated technical problems following established guidelines\n\u2022 Manage & reinforce systems security in accordance with industry best practices and enterprise policy\n\u2022 Participates in all call rotation as directed\n\u2022 Performs other duties as assigned\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Computer Science, MIS, and Mathematics, Engineering, Business or area of functional responsibility preferred, or equivalent 6 years of industry work experience\n\u2022 3+ years of industry experience in a technical profession\n\u2022 Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model, preferred\n\u2022 Ability to work in a highly matrix and geographically diverse business model\n\u2022 Ability to work effectively within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast paced changing environment -- multi-tasks, prioritized and meets deadlines in timely manner\n\u2022 Ability to effectively work in a fast paced changing environment\n\u2022 Ability to travel between multiple sites within the Twin Cities (up to 20% of time)\n\u2022 Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization\n\u2022 Strong organizational, attention to detail and task follow-up skills\n\u2022 Adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines\n\nTechnical Qualifications:\nWintel:\n\u2022 3+ years of technical experience with Windows based server operating systems administration in a medium to large completer server environment\n\u2022 3+ years of VmWare ESX experience\n\u2022 Working knowledge of Citrix related technologies\n\u2022 Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA) certification or equivalent experience\n\u2022 2 years of experience installing, configuring and managing x86 based server hardware and virtual machines\n\u2022 Good working knowledge of Active Directory\n\u2022 Basic knowledge of TCPIP and DNS required\n\u2022 Knowledge of basic Windows concepts such as patching and installation\n\u2022 Experience with Windows clusters\n\u2022 Demonstrated understanding of networking/distributed computing environment concepts; knowledge of and experience with principles of routing, client/server programming\n\u2022 Knowledge of IT Infrastructure Library principles and best practices\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 manage multiple work streams and priorities\n\u2022 Ability to effectively work in a fast paced changing environment\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-22 19:29:17", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28867951/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Systems Administrator - Wintel", "reqid": "Corp 12041", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28867951}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Irvine", "description": "Quality Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13886\nDate Posted: 05/21/2012\nCategory: Engineering Quality\nLocation: Irvine - CA - 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 our Atrial Fibrillation Division in Irvine, CA.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a high caliber, hands-on experienced Quality Assurance Engineer. This position provides quality support to our EnSite product line and works closely with manufacturing. This Engineer will monitor quality on the production floor working with inspectors. This Engineer will work closely with production engineers during product development activities to ensure quality checkpoints are in place as part of the production process.\n\nImpact this role will have:\n\u2022 Performs process and product qualification as outlined in a validation protocol to ensure finished products meet standards.\n\u2022 Works closely with production engineers to ensure quality checkpoints are in place as part of the production process and that processes are clear and concise.\n\u2022 Assists in the implementation of changes required as a result of internal audit findings.\n\u2022 Assists with IQ/OQ during development stage in preparation for process implementation.\n\u2022 Participates on new product development cross-functional teams.\n\u2022 Performs material processing.\n\u2022 Performs statistical analysis reports on a monthly basis.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Electrical Engineering\n\u2022 3+ years of experience in a quality assurance role within a manufacturing environment\n\u2022 Experience with different types of testing including analytical testing, performance testing, design verification testing, material testing, and chemistry\n\u2022 Knowledge of standards\n\u2022 Experience with materials testing, analytical testing, performance testing, biocompatibility testing, design verification testing\n\u2022 Experience supporting a manufacturing environment\n\u2022 Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building relationships\n\u2022 Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills\n\u2022 Energized attitude\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Soldering certification\n\u2022 Medical device experience\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-21 20:25:06", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28837110/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Quality Engineer", "reqid": "AF13886", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Irvine, CA", "uid": 28837110}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Irvine", "description": "Systems Engineer I\nJob Requisition #: AF13885\nDate Posted: 05/21/2012\nCategory: Systems Engineering\nLocation: Irvine - CA - 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 our Atrial Fibrillation Division in Irvine, CA.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber APD Systems Engineer I. 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 an Engineer I, the individual will execute activities on key new product development programs and product support initiatives.\n\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\nUses engineering knowledge to participate in the development of innovative medical devices or components/subsystems in support of company\u2019s strategic plan. Conducts process development work as part of a major project. Performs analyses to develop process specifications. Provides technical information concerning manufacturing techniques, components, and test algorithms. Completes the following activities as requested:\n\n\u2022 Conceptualize new processes and testing methods using device knowledge and innovative thinking.\n\u2022 Develop manufacturing assembly procedures and fixturing using mechanical, electrical, and software engineering skills.\n\u2022 Develop test procedures and test equipment using mechanical, electrical, and software engineering skills.\n\u2022 Develop, review, and challenge product and process specifications.\n\u2022 Create product and test equipment drawings and/or models.\n\u2022 Participate in pFMEA activities.\n\u2022 Generate IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and reports for manufacturing equipment.\n\u2022 Review components for reliability, performance, and standardization.\n\u2022 Facilitating and assembling rapid turn prototype, feasibility, and test product builds.\n\u2022 Ongoing support for cycle time reduction, quality improvements, and component obsolesence.\n\u2022 Review engineering change orders.\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 Participate in design reviews.\n\u2022 Work on process design and development for new atrial fibrillation mapping, visualization, and recording systems.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Engineering or Scientific discipline, advanced degree preferred.\n\u2022 0-3 years experience, preferably in process development for electrical systems.\n\u2022 Experience with development of medical devices preferred.\n\u2022 CAD Experience in Solidworks and/or Altium preferred.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-21 20:25:02", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28837108/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Systems Engineer I", "reqid": "AF13885", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Irvine, CA", "uid": 28837108}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Austin", "description": "Credit & Collections Specialist, Sr\nJob Requisition #: USD 9596\nDate Posted: 05/21/2012\nCategory: Collections\nLocation: Austin - TX - 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\nWorking without appreciable direction, responsible for the most challenging and complex credit/collections accounts, while also mentoring, training and being the primary source of best practices validation for department associates. Evaluates problems with diverse variables requiring in-depth analytical skills; selects the most advantageous recourse for obtaining final solutions. This involves solving complex problems with multiple variables requiring comprehensive research and advanced problem solving skills.\n\nRequirements/Education: AA degree in Business Administration, Accounting, related field, or equivalent, plus a minimum of ten plus years of progressively more responsible credit and collections experience. Ability to exercise independent judgement in negotiations, dispute resolution, and counseling of hospitals regarding their delinquent accounts and options. A thorough understanding and expertise in the technical aspects and application of credit and collection techniques. Must possess comprehensive personal computer skills (experience with Microsoft Office including Excel, Word or equivalent applications required) and have experience working with an operating system (such as MFG/PRO, Oracle, SAP, Peoplesoft, etc.). Must have comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills. Evaluation, originality and/or ingenuity required.\n\nDesired Requirements: Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline. Previous lead and collections experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with CorVu, Access, Get Paid, and other accounting/collections reporting software. Work experience in a hospital, medical device manufacturing and/or medical sales environment is desirable.\n\nN/A\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-21 20:24:55", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28837106/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Credit & Collections Specialist, Sr", "reqid": "USD 9596", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Austin, TX", "uid": 28837106}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Saint Paul", "description": "Sr. Manager, Fellows and Key Opinion Leader Development, NMD\nJob Requisition #: USD 9610\nDate Posted: 05/21/2012\nCategory: Training\nLocation: Central - Region - 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\nTHIS POSITION CAN BE LOCATED ANYWHERE IN THE U.S.\n\nFosters sales and market share gains through customer relationship development, SJM brand identification, and SJM product awareness.  Supports educational initiatives. Activities are targeted both at Fellows and Key Opinion Leaders of specific specialties at targeted institutions. Sets goals, ensures that they are meet and is responsible for continuous process improvement.  Communicates with Field Leadership to coordinate a broad USD effort to drive results. Utilizes best business practices to increase the chances for success and to assure cost effectiveness in areas of responsibility. Ensures full compliance with St. Jude Medical policies and practices.\n\nRequirements/Education: Required:\n\nA Bachelors or Masters Degree from an accredited university\n\nA minimum of six years of progressive industry experience consisting of increasing responsibility in sales, sales management, marketing, training, and customer education\n\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills\n\nExcellent interpersonal skills\n\nAbility and willingness to travel significantly\n\nMicrosoft Office expertise\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-21 20:24:41", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28837103/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Manager, Fellows and Key Opinion Leader Development, NMD", "reqid": "USD 9610", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Saint Paul, MN", "uid": 28837103}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr. Manager - Collaboration Services\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12038\nDate Posted: 05/17/2012\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. Manager will be responsible for the overall direction and effectiveness of all centrally managed voice, data and video communications solutions. Oversee the strategic alignment of communication and social technologies used across the organization to drive effectiveness and productivity. Partner with the business to enhance adoption through the delivery of easily consumable technology solutions.\n\nOutstanding service delivery, operational excellence, customer satisfaction and high availability will be an expected part of this person\u2019s expertise and mindset. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, results driven and comfortable in a fast paced globally diverse environment.\n\nJob Duties:\n\u2022 Provide strategic direction for all centralized collaborative technology efforts including telecom, messaging, video, web and audio conferencing\n\u2022 Confer with and advise executives, user representatives and technical personnel regarding overall service strategy and solutions\n\u2022 Partner with architecture to provide long range technology roadmaps in the collaboration space\n\u2022 Plan and manage budgets, forecasts, projects and associated staffing requirements\n\u2022 Work collaboratively across the client enterprise and with external partners to define and deliver high quality, effective solutions\n\u2022 Oversee both direct and indirect reporting relationships with global technical teams to ensure the highest level of competency and execution of business focused use of communication technology\n\u2022 Develop and encourage the growth of all direct and indirect reports through skills development, objectives and goal setting\n\u2022 Ensure the high levels of service delivery, systems availability, security controls and disaster recovery\n\u2022 Ensure the development of effective standards and the implementation of best practices for IT services\n\u2022 Provide metrics and statistics to measure the operational effectiveness of the responsible line functions. Propose and present recommendations to management, when necessary, to improve effectiveness\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in technical or business discipline, Master\u2019s degree preferred\n\u2022 10+ years\u2019 experience in managing and maintaining communications based systems such as telephony, call centers, email and conferencing technologies\n\u2022 Strong interpersonal skills and communications skills\n\u2022 Ability to communicate effectively to both technical and business personnel at all levels of an organization\n\u2022 Proven project management/leadership experience with the ability to create innovative solutions and drive to closure, manage timelines/deadlines and foresee opportunities to improve and harmonize technology and business processes across sites, divisions, geographies, etc. and initiate appropriate action\n\u2022 Highly organized, capable of multi-tasking and capable of coordinating/aligning resources under an integrated project plan\n\u2022 Experience managing enterprise wide implementations of collaboration technologies from both the Cisco and Microsoft technology stacks\n\u2022 Negotiation and diplomacy skills for interfacing with customers and vendors\n\u2022 Experience developing high performing technical teams\n\u2022 Proven ability to make sound decisions in a timely manner\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to lead project teams, manage resources and develop personnel\n\u2022 Ability to travel up to 20% including international travel\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-21 20:24:39", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28837102/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Manager - Collaboration Services", "reqid": "Corp 12038", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28837102}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Engineer - Process Development\nJob Requisition #: 13302\nDate Posted: 05/21/2012\nCategory: Process Development Engineering\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 Description:\nA Process Engineer will provide Lean and Six Sigma manufacturing solutions and new manufacturing process technologies. Primary focus area will be new product development and supporting manufacturing as required.\n\nFocus on improving existing production lines as well as assist the transfer of new process into manufacturing utilizing lean methodologies. Utilize Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and statistical methods to analyze manufacturing processes for new product development and process optimization. Author new or revise existing engineering documentation such as manufacturing processes, inspection processes, materials specifications and drawings as required. Work closely with production to ensure that manufacturing goals are met. Author and execute IQ, OQ and PQ protocols. Author equipment specifications and write justifications for capital expenditures. Ensure good documentation practice is followed to meet quality system requirements.\n\nEducation:\nBachelor Degree in Engineering or Materials required.\n\nExperience/Skills:\n1-5 years experience in process engineering/development of regulated products (medical devices preferred).\nWorking knowledge of basic PC programs (Word, Excel, Power Point, VISIO, Access etc.).\nWorking knowledge of Design for Manufacture (DFM), FMEA, Process Validation, Project Management, Lean methodologies, DOE, SPC and Gage R&R preferred.\nExcellent data analysis and reporting skills.\nExcellent patience and communication skills.\nExperience with stainless steel and/or nitinol wire braiding preferred.\nExperience with nitinol material processing preferred.\nExperience with tool design and automation preferred.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-21 20:24:32", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28837099/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Process Development", "reqid": "13302", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28837099}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Sr. Microbiologist\nJob Requisition #: NMD3203\nDate Posted: 05/21/2012\nCategory: Microbiology\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThis position is for the microbiologist that consistently applies microbiological concepts to the manufacturing process of a medical device and understands and develops process monitoring/metrics to maintain microbiological quality of the final device.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Provides Facility Microbiological Support\no Record review of routine microbiological test results\no Routine release of manufactured product\no Technical support for facility issues in the areas of sterilization, environmental monitoring, and microbiological methods.\no Handles routine out of specification test results, or more complex out of specification issues.\no Data analysis of sterilization processes.\no Participate in audits of sterilization, test lab, and biological product vendors.\n\u2022 Documentation\no Ensures correct documentation linkage flow for microbiologically related documents.\no Writes new or updates current microbiologically related documents.\n\u2022 Maintains understanding of applicable standards and applies them to qualifications and test methods.\n\u2022 Writes protocols and reports for qualifications for sterilization and microbiological test methods.\no Writes appropriate validation protocols; performs or oversees validations for new technologies, equipment, and/or test methods; creates documentation for implementation.\no Develops sterilization cycles and laboratory test methods.\no Works with technicians in conducting these qualifications.\n\u2022 Technical Training\no Provides training to laboratory technicians on new equipment or new test procedures.\no Provides training in the areas of sterilization validation and sterilization processes.\n\u2022 Authority to sign off Qualifications, DDAs, NCMRs, COs, FMEAs, PDP forms.\n\u2022 Member of R&D product teams, Operations project teams, or supports other projects as Directed by Department Manager.\n\nOther Duties:\n\n\u2022 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:\n\u2022 This position requires minimal oversight by the manager.\n\u2022 This position may have supervisory responsibilities.\n\nRelationships:\nInternal: This position interacts with Microbiology technicians and other Microbiologists. Interactions also include engineers, project leads, and some exposure to upper management.\nExternal: This position will interact with outside suppliers, usually sterilization and laboratory companies.\n\nEquipment: Computer, temperature acquisition equipment, sterilizers, other laboratory equipment.\n\nWorking Conditions: The majority of work occurs in an office environment, some work will occur in the laboratory. This position must be able to follow required gowning for entry to controlled access environments or safety equipment for certain laboratory conditions.\n\nPhysical Demands: No exceptional physical requirements.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Four year degree in microbiology or related science, or a four year degree and work in the field of microbiology.\n\u2022 With BS Degree:\no Minimum of 7 years in a medical device/pharmaceutical, or related industry. Cumulation of 7 years of work experience in microbiology and sterilization.\n\u2022 With Masters Degree:\no Minimum of 3 years in a medical device/pharmaceutical, or related industry, and cumulation of 4 years in microbiology and sterilization with a Masters degree in a scientific field.\n\u2022 Person in this position demonstrates professional skills\n\u2022 Articulates technical concepts well\n\u2022 Excellent written communication.\n\u2022 Person in this position has demonstrated troubleshooting skills in complex situations outside of routine out of specification issues, such as sterilization or contamination issues while at the Microbiologist II level\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-21 20:24:26", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28837096/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Microbiologist", "reqid": "NMD3203", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28837096}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Atlanta", "description": "Associate Field Clinical Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13895\nDate Posted: 05/21/2012\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Atlanta - GA - 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 Associate FCE. Working under direct supervision on defined work assignments and/or following established procedures, performs field clinical engineering trainee duties. Throughout dedicated training time, completes the required educational requirements. During training will have rotations in the field, learns how to cover procedures, interacts with customers, and attains all of the basic competencies of an Associate FCE. Position will entail extensive training activities which may include: working in the field under the guidance and direction of experienced FCEs, and working on a variety of assignments as directed by the Manager, FCE. Exercises basic technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing, and/or coordinating engineering work. Remains abreast of technical advancements.\n\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Assists the Primary FCE or FCE Manager with continuous technical support for all IDE Clinical Studies in the territory by providing case coverage, assisting with protocol, regulatory and data compliance.\n\u2022 Provides Clinical support by assisting with complex EP procedures using the Ensite system.\n\u2022 Assists with scientific research studies by providing field clinical support, data collection and collaborating with the field clinical organization.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 BS in Engineering, Biological Sciences, a related field, or equivalent.\n\u2022 Requires the demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices; quantitative, analytical, organizational, multi-task, and follow-up skills.\n\u2022 The ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects/assignments as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees, management and customers.\n\u2022 Must also be able to establish/maintain good working relationships and be able to work cooperatively/productively with customers, physicians, hospital administrators, government agencies, medical groups, sales representatives, and other FCEs.\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks.\n\u2022 Demonstrated personal computer skills including MS Office Suite, Excel, database management, and specialized applications.\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 Advanced credentials in a relevant discipline, preferably would include a strong\nknowledge of basic principles of cardiology and general research.\n\u2022 Demonstrated work experience in clinical research is also desired.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-21 20:24:26", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28837097/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Associate Field Clinical Engineer", "reqid": "AF13895", "state": "Georgia", "state_short": "GA", "location": "Atlanta, GA", "uid": 28837097}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Site Operations Director - CRMD\nJob Requisition #: CRT13050\nDate Posted: 05/18/2012\nCategory: 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 at our Cardiac Rhythm Management Division (CRMD):\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber Site Operations Director to join our Minnetonka, Minnesota based Cardiac Rhythm Management team. Within this role, the Site Operations Director will have complete oversight responsibility for Research & Development (R&D), Engineering, Operational, and related activities to achieve operating plans for CRMD\u2019s Delivery Systems operations.\n\nImpact this role will have within the CRM division:\n\u2022 Responsible for hiring and retaining a diverse, highly qualified staff and for providing career coaching, growth, and personal development.\n\u2022 Accountable for the staff development; critiques, instructs, mentors, evaluates, and coaches.\n\u2022 Accountable for the performance of subordinates and work output of managed subcontractors. Maintains a safe work environment and a strong customer focus.\n\u2022 Recommends, translates, and monitors the operations objectives for the site as well as delivery systems leadership to ensure staff acceptance, motivation, achievement and celebration of outcomes that meet production and the CRM Delivery Systems Site Operations overall objectives.\n\u2022 Collaborates with key customers to integrate the broad, overall objectives for manufacturing (including: productivity, product mix, material flow process control, inventory, delivery, and cost) and new product development into specific target levels/objectives.\n\u2022 Communicates objectives to managers and facilitates consensus on team activities and action plans required to meet these objectives.\n\u2022 Monitors the progress of functional departments towards meeting the objectives and providing ongoing feedback to managers on their results against objectives.\n\u2022 Facilitates and coach manager\u2019s performance to ensure continual achievement of targets and operational objectives.\n\u2022 Facilitate the sharing of information with peers and senior site leadership and division leadership to result in the setting of mutual goals and resulting outcomes, coordination of actions and decisions with other CRMD site locations, as well as continuous improvement of the organization\u2019s results and performance.\n\u2022 Provides continuous improvement engineering support to the site that result in the accurate identification, diagnosis, and solving of engineering-related problems, the appropriate prioritization and communication of projects and the achievement of overall operational and financial objectives for the unit.\n\u2022 Provides technical support and expertise to the manufacturing operations on an as needed basis to solve any problems and improve the manufacturing process.\n\u2022 Justifies and approves capital expense for replacement of existing equipment to increase capacity and enhance the manufacturing operations.\n\u2022 Monitors material levels and material flows to improve productivity, consistency in workflow, yield, improve quality, and to lower throughput and total inventory investment.\n\u2022 Ensures that new product development activities (i.e., R&D and Engineering) are completed on schedule, in budget, and are transitioned into manufacturing successfully.\n\u2022 Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.\n\u2022 Remains current on developments in field(s) of expertise, applicable regulatory requirements, and a comprehensive knowledge of the company\u2019s products, markets, and objectives as well as industry trends.\n\u2022 Maintains expert knowledge of current and novel catheter & related research, engineering, and manufacturing practices as well as quality initiatives through literature, trade journals, professional associations, and by attending conferences/seminars.\n\u2022 Resolves and/or facilitates resolution of problems including identifying causes to prevent re-occurrence.\n\u2022 Interacts with visiting customers, clients and VIP-s by providing tours, presentations and general business and technology updates for the site and industry.\n\u2022 Performs related functions and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Engineering or related field. Typically a minimum of\n\u2022 10+ years of progressive management experience in a manufacturing environment.\n\u2022 Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with cardiac or implantable delivery systems, their related technology, and associated processes.\n\u2022 Understanding and working knowledge with the following: Quality Systems Regulation (QSR), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) manufacturing practices, International Organization for Standardization (ISO) requirements, manufacturing automation, U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations.\n\u2022 Demonstrated leadership skills/experience, 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.\n\u2022 Significant experience with delegation, follow-up, and team building.\n\u2022 Requires the ability to change the thinking of, or gain acceptance of, others in sensitive situations.\n\u2022 Comprehensive verbal and written communication, analytical and problem solving skills, negotiation, judgment and decision-making, interpersonal, and presentation skills are essential.\n\u2022 Documented record of delivering research information that adds value to management's decision making process.\n\u2022 Comprehensive computer skills including demonstrated spreadsheet, word processing, statistical analysis, and presentation capabilities.\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization.\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Masters in a Engineering or Management discipline. Demonstrated expertise with Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT) techniques and technology.\n\u2022 Previous experience running a world-class/total quality medical product manufacturing operation.\n\u2022 Individual and group training experience and certifications. Academic or in-house courses in leadership, training, Continuous Improvement (CI), cycle time improvement, etc.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-18 19:29:03", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28797951/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Site Operations Director - CRMD", "reqid": "CRT13050", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28797951}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Production Supervisor\nJob Requisition #: 13229\nDate Posted: 05/18/2012\nCategory: Production\nLocation: Arecibo - - 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\nProvided leadership to the production teams to deliver the business results and expectations on a day to day basis. This position requires elevated training in human resources/people skills, quality systems, and manufacturing processes. The position is responsible for ensuring that standard production processes are maintained and that production volumes and quality are met.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelor degree in engineering science (Industrial or Mechanical) or Business Administration (Industrial Management). Three to five years of prior supervisory experience in a medical device, pharmaceutical, or electronic industry preferred. Capacity to define problems collects data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Must have excellent interpersonal and team work skills. Must be bilingual (English and Spanish), computer literary (MSFT applications and MFG software) preferred Knowledge of ISO and quality systems. Knowledge of SAP a plus. Must have good people skills with the ability to energize and motivate a staff.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-18 19:28:27", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28797925/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Production Supervisor", "reqid": "13229", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 28797925}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13887\nDate Posted: 05/18/2012\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 and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 1st shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work overtime.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read, understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-18 19:27:49", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28797906/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 1st Shift", "reqid": "AF13887", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28797906}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13888\nDate Posted: 05/18/2012\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 and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 1st shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work overtime.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read, understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-18 19:27:49", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28797907/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 1st Shift", "reqid": "AF13888", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28797907}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13889\nDate Posted: 05/18/2012\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 and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 1st shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work overtime.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read, understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-18 19:27:49", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28797909/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 1st Shift", "reqid": "AF13889", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28797909}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13890\nDate Posted: 05/18/2012\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 and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 1st shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work overtime.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read, understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\nSt. Jude Medical is an equal opportunity employer.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-18 19:27:47", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28797905/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 1st Shift", "reqid": "AF13890", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28797905}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Manager - Manufacturing Engineering\nJob Requisition #: 13270\nDate Posted: 05/18/2012\nCategory: Manufacturing 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:\nManages the planning and completion of manufacturing/production engineering projects., including the design and development of manufacturing processes, documentation, tooling, and fixtures in order to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality. Responsible for the mentoring and growth of engineers and technicians, financial planning and budgeting, supplier interaction and engineering support and cross functional partnership throughout the organization.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Provide leadership to manufacturing engineering staff regarding project prioritization, process validations, and continuous improvements\n\u2022 Implement and manage resource planning and project management tools\n\u2022 Support continuing production and new product introductions\n\u2022 Monitor and evaluate project and department progress and results\n\u2022 Participate in cross-functional teams\n\u2022 Review and approve protocol and written reports\n\u2022 Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing engineering technical capabilities\n\u2022 Prepare technical reports, analysis, recommendations and presentations reflecting the status and results of projects in progress on a regular basis\n\u2022 Coach, manage and develop technical staff\n\u2022 Develop, implement, train and monitor effectiveness of engineering systems and procedures\nto ensure compliance to FDA, GMP and all other applicable agency regulations\n\u2022 Ensure a safe work environment consistent with OSHA requirements and St. Jude Medical\nPolicies\n\u2022 Prepare departmental budgets and control expenditures to stay within spending limits\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BS in Engineering or equivalent technical field\n\u2022 10 years manufacturing experience, with 3 years of people management experience\n\u2022 Experience with statistical techniques (e.g., DOE, SPC)\n\u2022 Excellent people management and communication skills\n\u2022 Solid knowledge of GMP, ISO regulations.\n\u2022 Prior experience in medical device manufacturing is required\n\u2022 Travel US and OUS approximately 25%\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-18 19:27:41", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28797900/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Manager - Manufacturing Engineering", "reqid": "13270", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28797900}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Engineer Principal, Manufacturing\nJob Requisition #: 13281\nDate Posted: 05/18/2012\nCategory: Manufacturing 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:\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:\n\u2022 Design and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures in order to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality\n\u2022 Evaluation of production equipment\n\u2022 Production support and process validation\n\u2022 Interface with vendors for incoming components\n\u2022 Troubleshoot manufacturing process and equipment\n\u2022 Utilize tools like Gage R&R, Cp, Cpk, and SPC to improve processes\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 process documentation\n\u2022 Work with cross functional teams as required\n\u2022 Develop and implement process improvements\n\u2022 May supervise and provide work direction to other engineers and technicians\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Mechanical/Chemical Engineering degree required\n\u2022 10 years manufacturing engineering experience\n\u2022 Medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills\n\u2022 Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings\n\u2022 Six Sigma certification preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-18 19:27:41", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28797901/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer Principal, Manufacturing", "reqid": "13281", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28797901}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Software Quality Engineer II\nJob Requisition #: 12878\nDate Posted: 05/01/2012\nCategory: Software Quality Control 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\nThe Software Quality Engineer II is responsible for executing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support for software utilized throughout the division. This position focuses on testing and validation.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Develop and conduct training of company personnel for the divisional software development and validation program.\n\u2022 Work with Design and Manufacturing Engineering in the completion of system/software requirements and other verification and validation processes.\n\u2022 Create and execute or direct software validation protocols traceable to system/software requirements.\n\u2022 Implement solutions for controlling code and administer Code Control and Software Event/Defect Tracking software systems.\n\u2022 Assist in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis, focused on software related risks.\n\u2022 Design and implement various product and process improvement methodologies (ie Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing).\n\u2022 Apply sound, systematic problem solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving issues.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field\n\u2022 2-5 years Software Quality Engineering experience.\n\u2022 Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, IEEE 1012 and ISO 13485\n\u2022 Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n\u2022 Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Advanced Information Technology and data mining skills.\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 ASQ CSQE certification desired\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-18 19:27:23", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28797887/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Software Quality Engineer II", "reqid": "12878", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28797887}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Seattle", "description": "Tech Serv Specialist, EP\nJob Requisition #: USD 9601\nDate Posted: 05/17/2012\nCategory: Clinical-Systems Engineering\nLocation: Seattle - WA - 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\nWorking under moderate direction, provides engineering, sales, educational and technical support in response to field inquiries from physicians, health care professionals, patients, and field sales staff, involving both AF and CRM products. Performs work that involves a high degree of independence. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Exercises independent judgment in planning, organizing and performing work; monitors performance and reports status to manager.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors degree in Bio-Medical Engineering or related field required. Requires SJM Brady, Tachy, CRT, Ensite, and EP certification within 12 months of hire date. Requires HRS certification. A minimum of two plus years increasingly responsible experience in the cardiac pacing and related industries. Demonstrated knowledge of cardiology, electro-physiology, or cardiac electro-physiology procedures. Familiarity with cath lab and operating room procedures and protocol. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of cardiac pacing systems is also necessary. Must apply engineering skills and abilities to interpret and solve complex pacing ECGs. Must have comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, analytical, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. Must have the ability to concentrate on detail and work independently. Must be able to work effectively with engineers, technical specialists, vendors, and customers to achieve assigned goals; must be capable of coordinating multiple assignments simultaneously and effectively. Must possess comprehensive personal computer skills (experience with Microsoft Office or equivalent required) in graphics, word-processing, databases, authoring programs, etc., to develop presentation materials. Placement into this position requires written approval by the Area Vice President (AVP).\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-17 20:38:29", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28770396/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Tech Serv Specialist, EP", "reqid": "USD 9601", "state": "Washington", "state_short": "WA", "location": "Seattle, WA", "uid": 28770396}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Austin", "description": "Mgr, Sr Product Marketing\nJob Requisition #: USD 9618\nDate Posted: 05/17/2012\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Austin - TX - 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\nHas primary management responsibility for developing systems, services and behaviors that will produce maximum results from targeted sales processes. Has a primary responsibility to ensure that specific marketing initiatives within a Product Division are aligned, implemented, and recorded as sales initiatives across all functional aspects within USD. Has collateral responsibility to identify opportunities to build sales in under-serviced markets, both current and future. Has responsibility for support to Product Division Marketing regarding product design, product development and ongoing product engineering. Has responsibility for the design and implementation of product-defined sales and manpower metrics with respective application to USD management. 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. Uses best business practices to ensure success in areas of responsibility. As a Sr. Manager, may provide leadership to less experienced Product Marketing Manager.\n\nRequired:  A Bachelor\u2019s degree in Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent plus typically eight plus years of progressively more responsible business experience in a class III medical device company or equivalent, including product or market management experience. A minimum of four plus years of demonstrated experience at a supervisory/managerial level is typical. Seasoned judgment acquired through organizational experience and a demonstrated record of achievements in successfully building a business. A substantive knowledge of the heart medical devices, health care delivery, and managed care/reimbursement markets and the factors that drive them is required. A thorough understanding of product and market management, physician, and patient marketing is also required. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize development projects using customer input. Requires the ability to track financial metrics and make appropriate adjustments to successfully achieve revenue/unit goals. Documented record of delivering marketing information which adds value to management\u2019s decision making process. Demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills; the ability to lead a cross-functional team. Demonstrated working knowledge of frequently used personal computer programs and applications, such as, Microsoft Office. Must be adept at handling multiple assignments and accomplish these projects within budgetary guidelines.\n\nDesired: An advanced credential, such as an MBA in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional marketing certification or designation. Both US and international class III medical device marketing experience is preferred.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-17 20:38:27", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28770395/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Mgr, Sr Product Marketing", "reqid": "USD 9618", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Austin, TX", "uid": 28770395}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Paralegal/Admin Asst.\nJob Requisition #: 13097\nDate Posted: 05/17/2012\nCategory: Legal\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nWorking under limited supervision, organizes, plans and performs a variety of secretarial, clerical, and administrative support duties, such as (but not limited to): receiving/screening/directing phone calls/faxes/e-mails; making travel arrangements; scheduling appointments; arranging meetings; preparing correspondence/reports/documents/presentations; collecting/distributing data; and maintaining paper/electronic filing systems. Takes initiative to improve work product and processes. May be accountable for reviewing work of less experienced employees for quality and content. Adapts existing work methods to different situations. Can resolve unusual, nonstandard problems; refers only significant deviations from approved policy/practice to supervisor or more senior level personnel for resolution.\n\nRequirements/Education: Paralegal certification.2 or more years of progressively more responsible paralegal experience. Complete knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the job; requires a thorough knowledge of the practices and procedures of the function, company products, polices and programs. Incumbents are required to work cooperatively and productively with others. Demonstrated organizational skills, attentiveness to detail, and the ability to work under general supervision is required. Must be adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner while meeting assigned deadlines. Must also have demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational and basic math skills. The comprehensive ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English is also required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech, demonstrated comprehension skills, and demonstrated competence in English spelling, grammar and punctuation. The ability to successfully pass a reading comprehension pre-employment examination is mandatory. The demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is essential. Must be able to use discretion and handle sensitive/confidential information. Demonstrated proficiency in operating a personal computer; the ability to pass a 10 key assessment examination. Must be proficient in using various PC-based software packages including Microsoft Word, Excel, or similar word processing/spreadsheet software. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance; the ability work overtime is also required.\n\nDesired Requirements: Bachelor's.\n\nMust be a good listener, compassionate, detail-oriented and meticulous. Must be able to juggle many assignments at once. Must be a team player. Professionalism is of utmost importance.\n\nThis person is part claims administrator and part warranty administrator.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-17 20:38:19", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28770393/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Paralegal/Admin Asst.", "reqid": "13097", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28770393}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Columbus", "description": "Direct Sales Rep, CRM\nJob Requisition #: USD 9612\nDate Posted: 05/17/2012\nCategory: Sales\nLocation: Columbus - OH - 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\nCalls on physicians, medical laboratories, distributors, and hospitals to sell a variety of St. Jude Medical/USD medical devices in an assigned territory. May conduct marketing surveys, effectiveness reviews of calls/sales activities, and territory analysis. Services accounts, suggests and presents new products, and takes orders. As appropriate, assists marketing personnel on advertising and promotional sales strategies.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent and typically four plus years of progressively more responsible sales experience, including experience with medical devices. Working knowledge of domestic regulations relative to the medical device industry. A demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices; ability to work with and direct others effectively; ability to prepare and present strong written and verbal communications; and familiarity with medical device industry policies, operations and procedures. Documented record of delivering sales/marketing information which adds value to managements decision making process. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with customers, physicians, hospital administrators, government agencies, medical groups, and other sales representatives. Demonstrated verbal and written communication, negotiation, sales, interpersonal and presentation skills. Demonstrated working knowledge of frequently used personal computer programs and relevant applications.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation. A comprehensive understanding of cardiac rhythm management technology.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-17 20:37:29", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28770369/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Direct Sales Rep, CRM", "reqid": "USD 9612", "state": "Ohio", "state_short": "OH", "location": "Columbus, OH", "uid": 28770369}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Los Angeles", "description": "Database Administrator (DBA), Senior\nJob Requisition #: 13195\nDate Posted: 05/15/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Los Angeles - CA - 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\nSt. Jude Medical, Inc, is looking for a Sr. DBA to join this outstanding IT team! There are many interesting projects within the Security arena that this team member will be working on! Consider joining the IT team at St. Jude Medical!\nSummary\n\nAs a part of the Information Technology (IT) organization, the Sr. Oracle DBA will maintain the divisions relational databases including both Decision Support Systems and Online Transactional Processing.\n\u2022 Installs, configures and upgrades database software on various platforms.\n\u2022 Responsible for providing and insuring data availability, data integrity, and data security.\n\u2022 Performs routine database administration functions including database capacity planning, pro-active performance monitoring and tuning, executing security procedures and backup and recovery processes.\n\u2022 Supports activities and acts as a member of and resource to various application development teams in the development, QA (Quality Assurance), and test/production environments.\n\u2022 Efficiently works with server administrators, application administrators, vendors and consultants. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or higher academic course of study.\n\u2022  Remains abreast of database advancements and offers recommendations for use of these technologies. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective and cost efficient best practices/technology to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.\n\u2022 Works closely with IT Security on special projects\n\n\n\nQualifications Requirements/Education\n\nBachelors Degree in Computer Science (CS), Computer Information Systems (CIS), Management Information Systems (MIS), a related field, or equivalent8\n\u2022 8 plus years of progressively more responsible Oracle database administration and design work experience.\n\u2022 In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with: installation and maintenance of current or/and latest versions of relevant Oracle database software;\n\u2022 Experience supporting large-scale databases; expert knowledge and comprehensive application of advanced Structured Query Language (SQL) concepts including PL-SQL, database backup, and restoration methods/techniques; expertise in database modeling (logical/physical) and design; advanced knowledge of database administration and monitoring tools; demonstrated understanding of High Data Availability concepts and methods, specifically Oracle RAC, Oracle Replication and DR methodologies;\n\u2022 Requires excellent written and verbal communication; interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational and follow-up skills.\n\u2022 Have the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees.\n\u2022  Documented record of delivering software engineering information which adds value to management decision making process. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with all applicable regulatory and company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment.\n\nDesired Requirements:\nKnowledge of the Oracle Database security products will be considered an advantage.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-16 19:44:03", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28739040/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Database Administrator (DBA), Senior", "reqid": "13195", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Los Angeles, CA", "uid": 28739040}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Programmer Analyst, Senior\nJob Requisition #: 13196\nDate Posted: 05/15/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nSharepoint Administrator\n\nWorking independently with rare managerial oversight and direction as a part of the Information Technology (IT) organization, creates and maintains business application systems. Performs all phases of systems and programming development and maintenance by preparing detailed specification from which programs will be written in support of the assigned project(s) or group(s).  Works on large complex systems installations, including the development of system specifications and the resolution of complex systems and programming problems. Performs complex programming activities, system analysis; preparing specifications, testing strategies and documenting applications. Directs and performs all phases of systems design including costing. Performs analysis and recommends strategies, determines and develops technical solutions and mentors less experienced employees. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Initiates the planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing of database work. Performs technical studies. Remains abreast of and consults on business application system advancements. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices/technology to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Information Systems (IS), Computer Science (CS), a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of eight plus years of progressively more responsible systems analysis, design, programming and testing experience. A thorough knowledge of software systems architecture principles, as well as databases and procedural languages required. Demonstrated experience working on large or complex projects in a diverse team environment. Ability to translate client requirements into a feasible design solution. Comprehensive ability to use proper coding techniques and efficiencies, testing methodologies, with an understanding of the operating system. Demonstrated planning, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. This includes bridging communication issues between technical areas and business areas for a full and complete understanding of expectations. Documented record of delivering software engineering information which adds value to managements decision making process. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized applications. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation. Academic or in-house courses in project management, leadership, training, Continuous Improvement (CI), and various technical applications as noted above.\n\nSolid experience with SharePoint 2007 and 2010 administration and configuration. Deep understanding of the SharePoint platform, its application services and architecture. Have relevant experience with SharePoint design, architecture, availability, reliability and security for large environment.  Broad knowledge of content management, knowledge management and collaboration concepts. Skillful in business analysis, project coordination, communication and documentation.\n\nMaintain smooth operation production and test SharePoint farms, including coordination with IT resources and business stakeholders. Responsible for tuning system performance, installing system wide software and patches. Provides backup and restore recovery. Develops and monitors system performance and trend\n\nEvaluate and determines source of problem and uses best judgment to correct them. Resolves and/or facilitates the resolution of problems effectively and efficiently including identifying their causes to prevent re-occurrence.\n\nWrite or support efforts to generate and maintain technical documentation: user guides, application primers, systems and validation documents and systems Policies and Procedures.\n\nMaintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. Required to work after hour and weekend to complete projects and tasks if needed. Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.\n\nMust be a team player with excellent oral and written communication skills. Performs other essential functions and responsibilities as determined by the Company from time to time.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-16 19:44:03", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28739041/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Programmer Analyst, Senior", "reqid": "13196", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28739041}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Engineer - Research & Development\nJob Requisition #: 13223\nDate Posted: 05/16/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nSenior Applications Engineer\n\nPRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nLightlab Imaging, a subsidiary of St. Jude Medical, seeks a talented applications engineer to help develop the next generation of intravascular imaging systems.  The successful candidate will have an external role understanding/supporting the customer and an internal role developing the new system. Externally, working with the marketing and clinical teams, they will be responsible for supporting operation of the imaging systems during preclinical and clinical investigations.  As part of this effort they will look to understand the user needs and product limitations.   Internally, working in the development team, they will help to merge the user needs and development realities into a finish product with a specific emphasis on the user interface, ease of use, and image processing.\n\nThe job is based in Westford MA but will require significant travel (US and internationally)\n\nAdditional responsibilities may include other SW development tasks\n\nEXPERIENCE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:\nDegree\nBS/MS in Software or Biomedical Engineering with a SW or Image Processing Concentration.\n\nExperience (a combination of some of the following experiences is preferred)\nClinical role in the cardiac catheterization lab\nClinical or Technical experience with intravascular imaging (OCT, IVUS or FFR)\nEngineering Development experience in the clinical or pre-clinical setting\nUser Interface Development\nValidation of medical imaging with histology\nMarketing Support for New Product development/introduction\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-16 19:42:26", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28738985/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Research & Development", "reqid": "13223", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 28738985}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Co-op\nJob Requisition #: 13019\nDate Posted: 05/01/2012\nCategory: CO-OP\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\n\nThe Co-op (i.e., Co-operative Education\u201d) program reflects a formal and structured relationship between CRMD and selected colleges and/or universities. The programs role is to provide full- or part-time practical work experience on a short-term temporary basis relevant to students academic programs while meeting the needs of the division for relevant technical and/or administrative support. Using established concepts, knowledge and procedures, performs assignments of various scope and complexity, developing/implementing solutions for routine to complex problems. Requirements/Education: Student enrollment at a recognized college or university or having applied for graduate studies following completion of contiguous undergraduate studies in a discipline relevant to the interests and needs of the Division. Such enrollment will include the pursuit of college or graduate academic credit through work experience at the Division under a formal agreement between the Company and the student\u2019s university. Demonstrated interest and familiarity with the Medical Device industry as applicable to area of study at college or university. Required to work cooperatively and productively with others. Demonstrated organizational skills and attentiveness to detail is required. Engineering students should have basic engineering design classes and have ability to work in areas of college major on engineering projects. The demonstrated ability to read, write and communicate in English is required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech, demonstrated comprehension skills, and demonstrated competence in English spelling, grammar, and punctuation. The ability to understand and comply with applicable Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company Operating Procedures, processes, policies and rules is required. Demonstrated proficiency in operating a personal computer. Must be proficient in using frequently used personal computer programs (e.g., Excel, Word, or equivalent) and/or be aware of basic engineering applications for the area of major engineering studies. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance; the ability to work overtime is required. Desired Requirements: Posses\u2019 fundamental knowledge, skills, and abilities consistent with completion of the junior year of academic study or higher. Student must be able to work up to 6 months at our on-site facilities. 1) Good communication and teamwork skills for working with all levels of employment and outside vendors 2) Needs to know the basics of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 3) Familiar with computer aid software such as Pro-engineering and Windchill 4) Knowledge of drafting techniques and tool design 5) Familiar with product life cycle programs (Teamcenter) 6) Proactive and willing to learn new things; Not afraid of new challenges 7) Ability to multi-task and switch to higher priority tasks with little notice\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-16 19:42:25", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28738983/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Co-op", "reqid": "13019", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28738983}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Engineer - Process Development\nJob Requisition #: 13243\nDate Posted: 05/16/2012\nCategory: Process Development Engineering\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 Description:\nA Process Engineer will provide Lean and Six Sigma manufacturing solutions and new manufacturing process technologies. Primary focus area will be new product development and supporting manufacturing as required.\nAutonomy: Individual contributor with a moderate to high level of day-to-day work direction from their supervisor.\nWork Content: Typical projects will be focused towards individual process technologies affecting one to many products. Process Engineers will usually be members of a larger project team.\n\nJob Accountabilities:\nProcess Development /Operations:\nFocus on improving existing production lines as well as assist the transfer of new process into manufacturing utilizing lean methodologies. Utilize Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and statistical methods to analyze manufacturing processes for new product development and process optimization. Author new or revise existing engineering documentation such as manufacturing processes, inspection processes, materials specifications and drawings as required.Work closely with production to ensure that manufacturing goals are met. Author and execute IQ, OQ and PQ protocols. Author equipment specifications and write justifications for capital expenditures. Ensure good documentation practice is followed to meet quality system requirements.\n\nSupplier Responsibilities:\nMay interface with component suppliers to resolve manufacturing and quality issues.\n\nTeamwork/Leadership:\nWork effectively in a cross-functional team environment as an extended team member.\nMay provide work direction to technicians.\nMay train manufacturing personnel.May be a core team member for a small project.\n\nEducation:\nBachelor Degree in Engineering or Materials required.\n\nExperience/Skills:\n1-5 years experience in process engineering/development of regulated products (medical devices preferred).\nWorking knowledge of basic PC programs (Word, Excel, Power Point, VISIO, Access etc.).\nWorking knowledge of Design for Manufacture (DFM), FMEA, Process Validation, Project Management, Lean methodologies, DOE, SPC and Gage R&R preferred.\nExcellent data analysis and reporting skills.\nExcellent patience and communication skills.\nExperience with nitinol preferred.\nExperience with tool design, injection molding, packaging, polymer joining/reflow, heat setting, and automation preferred.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-16 19:42:14", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28738978/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Process Development", "reqid": "13243", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28738978}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Portland", "description": "Assembler I\nJob Requisition #: PDX1024\nDate Posted: 05/16/2012\nCategory: Assembly\nLocation: Portland - OR - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThe primary responsibility of the Assembler I is to ensure proficient assembly and packaging of medical devices while following company procedures and processes which meet or exceed quality and production standards.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nPerform a variety of assembly tasks including operating equipment, fixtures, and testers.\nCheck for and report all non conformances.\nFollow written manufacturing procedures including SOP\u2019s with no deviation.\nPerform in line inspection for every product.\nComprehend and accurately complete necessary paperwork.\nUse of high resolution magnification and other equipment required to perform assigned job(s).\nSoldering.\nOther Duties:\nAssist in other manufacturing areas as needed.\nTrain new assemblers to written procedures.\nPerform general housecleaning activities.\nPackaging, sorting, organizing\nMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:\nHigh School Diploma/GED or successful completion of comprehension screening.\nSome assembly experience preferably in a high tech environment. Experience in medical device manufacturing ideal.\nDemonstrated soldering skills using a high resolution microscope.\nDemonstrated comprehension and accuracy completing necessary paperwork.\nHigh level of attention to detail.\nEquipment:\nHigh resolution microscope.\nTest equipment.\nFixtures.\nComputers, keyboards, printers.\nVarious tools including; soldering irons, wire cutters, crimpers, wire strippers, screwdrivers, heat gun, continuity tester, measuring tools (rulers, tape measures), digital multimeter, heated tweezers.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-16 19:41:43", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28738973/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler I", "reqid": "PDX1024", "state": "Oregon", "state_short": "OR", "location": "Portland, OR", "uid": 28738973}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Maple Grove", "description": "Senior Manager Packaging & Labeling Development\nJob Requisition #: 13250\nDate Posted: 05/16/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Maple Grove - 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 Maple Grove.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nManages the package design, product labeling, and technical publication functions to support both new product development and continuous improvement of existing packaging systems. Lead engineers, technical writers, and labeling specialists in the planning and completion of projects that impact new product introductions as well as global manufacturing and distribution center operations.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Lead packaging and labeling design, testing, and validation efforts on all new product introductions.\n\u2022 Drive continuous improvement of packaging & labeling systems within both manufacturing operations and distribution centers.\n\u2022 Participate in or lead cross-functional product development and business system teams\n\u2022 Develop, implement, and monitor packaging & labeling systems and procedures to ensure compliance to FDA ( QSR / cGMP) and all other applicable global agency regulations\n\u2022 Prepare business and technical analysis, recommendations, reports, and presentations\n\u2022 Lead and develop to technical staff across multiple facilities and product lines.\n\u2022 Implement and manage resource planning and project management tools\n\u2022 Monitor, evaluate, and report project and department progress and results\n\u2022 Review and approve verification and validation protocols and reports\n\u2022 Prepare and manage departmental budgets\n\u2022 Ensure a safe work environment consistent with OSHA requirements and St. Jude Medical Policies\n\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BS in Packaging Engineering, Distribution/Logistics Management, or equivalent packaging & labeling related field; advanced degree preferred\n\u2022 10 years packaging & labeling related experience, with 5 years of people management experience\n\u2022 Solid knowledge of GMP, ISO regulations.\n\u2022 Prior experience in medical device package design, validation, manufacturing, & distribution center functions.\n\u2022 Prior experience in medical device and/or pharmaceutical labeling requirements\n\u2022 Prior experience in medical device identification coding (UDI, GS1, etc...)\n\u2022 Experience with statistical techniques (e.g., DOE, SPC)\n\u2022 Solid people management and communication skills\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-16 19:41:42", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28738971/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Manager Packaging & Labeling Development", "reqid": "13250", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Maple Grove, MN", "uid": 28738971}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Executive Assistant, Finance\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12036\nDate Posted: 05/09/2012\nCategory: Finance Administrative\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\nIn supporting the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and the Vice President and Corporate Controller, this position will provide administrative support as necessary to ensure that objectives, milestones and timelines are met. This individual will interact with key internal and external stakeholders such as outside counsel, shareholders, board members. This executive assistant will prepare executive materials and presentations, and provide additional support as needed to the senior officers.\n\nJob Duties:\n\u2022 Manage the process and assist in the preparation and compilation of Audit Committee deliverables, including PowerPoint/overhead presentations, memos and presentation books\n\u2022 Collaborate with Finance and other Executive staff to complete Corporate Operating and Strategic Plans, including Board presentation books\n\u2022 Prepare executive meeting logistics and serve as the point of contact for the shareholders meeting and earnings release events on behalf of the Executive\n\u2022 Be responsible for coordinating with others in maintaining department budgets\n\u2022 Maintain confidential information\n\u2022 Effectively manage conflicting priorities by organizing work and collaborate with others, if applicable, to accomplish tasks.\n\u2022 Prepare and update memoranda, correspondence and reports as needed; Types, formats, proofread and revise memos, letters, reports and forms; Corrects grammar, errors and format; Drafts brief memos or letters of a routine nature\n\u2022 Provide general office support which may include, but are not limited to; mail distribution, answering telephones, filing, ordering supplies, etc.\n\u2022 Collaborate with Human Resources and Information Technology departments to onboard new finance or audit personnel\n\u2022 Provide administrative support on behalf of the executives with meeting arrangements, calendar management, travel arrangements (international and domestic), expense reimbursement, purchase orders, material preparation, catering arrangements and other administrative tasks as required\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 High School graduate required, with advanced training through college, business school or other post high school training preferred. College degree in business or legal administration preferred\n\u2022 Minimum of 10 years experience supporting a Vice President or a C level executive at the top of a large public organization\n\u2022 Previous experience supporting the coordination of Board presentation materials required, including proficiency at presentation creation\n\u2022 General knowledge and experience working with company shareholders and analysts preferred.\n\u2022 Experience arranging and booking international and domestic travel.\n\u2022 Excellent proficiency of the Microsoft Office Suite products i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Visio, Photoshop, Project and other graphics arts programs a plus\n\u2022 Proficient in the use of general office equipment (e.g. fax, copier, telephone, calculator, etc.)\n\u2022 Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to handle difficult situations and/or communications tactfully and professionally\n\u2022 Able to maintain strict confidentiality\n\u2022 Able to work with people at all levels of the organization\n\u2022 Ability to handle multiple priorities and operate with a sense of urgency as required\n\u2022 Possesses excellent judgment and the initiative to make independent decisions\n\u2022 Ability to work outside of standard business hours in support of Company functions as needed\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-14 19:32:34", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28676575/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Executive Assistant, Finance", "reqid": "Corp 12036", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28676575}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Manager - Machine Design\nJob Requisition #: 12436\nDate Posted: 05/14/2012\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 in Minnetonka.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nManages the planning and completion of Machine Design engineering projects, including the design and development of automated equipment, tooling, and fixtures.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022Interface with internal customers to provide mechanical design support for Division\u2019s equipment needs\n\u2022Lead the creation and maintenance of an effective Equipment Development Process\n\u2022Manage vendor relationships for procuring materials, services and equipment\n\u2022Implement and manage resource planning and project management tools\n\u2022Drive continuous improvement of machine shop, control engineering, and machine design engineering technical capabilities\n\u2022Prepare technical reports, analysis, recommendations and presentations reflecting the status and results of projects in progress on a regular basis.\n\u2022Coach, manage and develop technical staff\n\u2022Develop, implement, train and monitor effectiveness of engineering systems and procedures\nto ensure compliance to FDA, GMP and all other applicable agency regulations\n\u2022Ensure a safe work environment consistent with OSHA requirements and St. Jude Medical\nPolicies\n\u2022Prepare departmental budgets and control expenditures to stay within spending limits\n\nQualifications:\nEducation:\n\u2022Technical Diploma (Automation, Machine Design, Industrial Controls, or equivalent); BS Engineering, Industrial Management, or equivalent degree preferred\n\u202210 years relevant experience with Engineering Degree or 15 years relevant experience with Technical Diploma.\n\u2022Requires previous management or supervision of machine design staff (CAD, mechanical, controls, and software), tool makers, mold makers, and/or general machinist staff\n\u2022Requires experience developing and administrating functional department procedures within the Medical Device Industry\n\u2022Requires previous experience conducting technology assessments and developing tooling and equipment for plastic molding, device assembly, special processes.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-14 19:31:51", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28676563/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Manager - Machine Design", "reqid": "12436", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28676563}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler -1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13876\nDate Posted: 05/14/2012\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 and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 1st shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work overtime.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read, understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-14 19:30:52", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28676497/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler -1st Shift", "reqid": "AF13876", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28676497}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13880\nDate Posted: 05/14/2012\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 and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 1st shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work overtime.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read, understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-14 19:30:52", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28676496/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 1st Shift", "reqid": "AF13880", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28676496}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13877\nDate Posted: 05/14/2012\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 and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 1st shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work overtime.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read, understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-14 19:30:50", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28676491/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 1st Shift", "reqid": "AF13877", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28676491}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler- 1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13878\nDate Posted: 05/14/2012\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\n\nWe are seeking an experienced and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 1st shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work overtime.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read, understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-14 19:30:50", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28676492/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler- 1st Shift", "reqid": "AF13878", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28676492}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Engineer - Process Development\nJob Requisition #: 13113\nDate Posted: 05/14/2012\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 catheter based new product development and improve established production processes while enhancing productivity and product quality.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Develop and implement new process and improvements\n\u2022 Coordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of tooling, machinery and test equipment\n\u2022 Work with Product Development to ensure Design for Manufacturability\n\u2022 Provide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians\n\u2022 Conduct Process FMEAs and Process Validations\n\u2022 Interface with vendors for incoming components\n\u2022 Utilize tools like Gage R&R, DOE, Cp, Cpk, and SPC to improve processes\n\u2022 Understand manufacturing concepts like Value Stream mapping, 5S and Visual Workplace to improve quality, labor efficiency, and throughput.\n\u2022 Generate and modify manufacturing process documentation\n\nIndividual should:\n\u2022 Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction\n\u2022 Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skills\n\u2022 Work effectively with cross-functional teams\n\nEducation and/or Experience:\n\u2022 Mechanical Engineering degree required\n\u2022 3+ years related experience\n\u2022 Medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills\n\u2022 Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings\n\u2022 Six Sigma certification preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-14 19:30:08", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28676475/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Process Development", "reqid": "13113", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28676475}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 2nd Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13869\nDate Posted: 05/10/2012\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\n\nWe are seeking an experienced and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 2nd shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\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 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-11 18:48:22", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28634618/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 2nd Shift", "reqid": "AF13869", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28634618}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Irvine", "description": "Assembler - 3rd Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13883\nDate Posted: 05/11/2012\nCategory: Assembly\nLocation: Irvine - CA - 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 our Atrial Fibrillation Division in Irvine, CA.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a talented and results-oriented Assembler. The successful candidate will be working with the assembly of high-tech cardiovascular medical devices. This may include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This is a 3rd shift position.\n\nImpacts this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Proficient assembly and packaging of medical devices following company procedures and processes meeting or exceeding quality and production standards. Use of magnification and other equipment required to perform assigned job(s).\n\u2022 Understand and accurately complete necessary paperwork.\n\u2022 Perform general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, including training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Qualified candidates will have a High School diploma or equivalent.\n\u2022 Minimum of six months high tech assembly experience required, preferably in medical device industry.\n\u2022 Candidates with at least 4 months specific product line experience may be considered.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read and understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work overtime.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-11 18:46:54", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28634580/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 3rd Shift", "reqid": "AF13883", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Irvine, CA", "uid": 28634580}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Irvine", "description": "Assembler - 2nd Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13884\nDate Posted: 05/11/2012\nCategory: Assembly\nLocation: Irvine - CA - 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 our Atrial Fibrillation Division in Irvine, CA.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a talented and results-oriented Assembler. The successful candidate will be working with the assembly of high-tech cardiovascular medical devices. This may include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This is a 2nd shift position.\n\nImpacts this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Proficient assembly and packaging of medical devices following company procedures and processes meeting or exceeding quality and production standards. Use of magnification and other equipment required to perform assigned job(s).\n\u2022 Understand and accurately complete necessary paperwork.\n\u2022 Perform general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, including training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Qualified candidates will have a High School diploma or equivalent.\n\u2022 Minimum of six months high tech assembly experience required, preferably in medical device industry.\n\u2022 Candidates with at least 4 months specific product line experience may be considered.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated ability to read and understand written procedures and follow directions.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work overtime.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-11 18:46:54", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28634579/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 2nd Shift", "reqid": "AF13884", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Irvine, CA", "uid": 28634579}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Engineer, Senior Software\nJob Requisition #: 12499\nDate Posted: 04/13/2012\nCategory: Software\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 Sylmar, CA.\n\nJob Overview\nWorking without appreciable supervision, performs moderate risk/highly complex software project activities in such areas as Development Engineering, IT Engineering, System Engineering, Test Engineering, and/or related areas. Assignments may include, but are not limited to, the designing, developing, updating, and maintaining of different software specifications as well as the troubleshooting, debugging, and maintaining of software, test, or tool designs, cases, scripts, procedures, and/or code at a multiple sub-systems or application levels. Assignments may also include capturing, gathering, analyzing, maintaining, and validating applicable product or software requirements. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Applies advanced engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Initiates the planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing of engineering work. Performs technical studies. Remains abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of six plus years of progressively more responsible work experience in a range of software engineering disciplines using a variety of programming methods. Broad cross-disciplinary and in-depth knowledge of the software engineering profession. A comprehensive familiarity with commodity/off-the-shelf software tools, and programs. A qualified record of implementing new processes to existing software and related systems. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, follow-up skills, and the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. A documented record of delivering software engineering information which adds value to managements decision making process is required. A demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks is also required. Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized applications. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Specialized experience and/or relevant coursework related to the software applications, programs, and processes. Academic or in-house courses in project management, leadership, training, TQM, and various technical applications as noted above.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-11 18:45:08", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28634552/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer, Senior Software", "reqid": "12499", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 28634552}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 2nd Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13870\nDate Posted: 05/10/2012\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 and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 2nd shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\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 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-10 18:16:11", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28604522/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 2nd Shift", "reqid": "AF13870", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28604522}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 2nd Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13871\nDate Posted: 05/10/2012\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 and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 2nd shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\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 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-10 18:16:06", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28604520/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 2nd Shift", "reqid": "AF13871", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28604520}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Sr. Firmware Engineer\nJob Requisition #: NMD3200\nDate Posted: 05/10/2012\nCategory: Electrical Engineering Engineering\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThis is a key position for a Firmware Engineer, who will design and develop best-in-class implantable and external medical devices in the field of neuromodulation, for the treatment of chronic pain and neurological disorders. With oversight and direction from the group manager, the successful candidate will work within a group of highly skilled technical individuals, in an interactive and collaborative environment, where excellence is the norm and customer satisfaction is paramount. Armed with excellent technical skills in computer science, she or he will be responsible for designing, analyzing, testing, and documenting products, as well as nurturing our culture of innovation and commitment to quality.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\n\u2022 With the project execution plan and schedule as the guide, participate in firmware design and development activities, including detailed design, analysis, integration and test of C, C++ for real-time (time-critical) embedded systems designs\n\u2022 Detailed firmware designs for low power, mixed signal embedded systems for implantable medical devices\n\u2022 Modification and maintenance of implantable medical devices\n\u2022 Create, edit, and maintain documentation related to design controls and quality system guidelines\n\u2022 Remain current with firmware technologies and their applications in medical devices, particularly in the neuromodulation field, by monitoring industry events and literature\n\u2022 Strive for excellence, and help others achieve excellence, by promoting our core values, helping nurture a culture of quality and customer satisfaction\n\u2022 Utilizing the knowledge and insight from new and emerging technologies, participate in improving firmware design procedures and techniques, enabling the organization to develop products with higher safety, efficacy that provide the utmost in customer satisfaction\n\u2022 Assist the team in studies on functional and parametric (i.e. timing) product performance\n\u2022 Participate in activities related to product and process improvements, product life cycle extension and expansion, bolstering the reach of life changing medical technologies and products\n\u2022 Maintain an innovative and fun work environment\n\nExperience & Training:\n\u2022 A strong technical foundation, with a Bachelor\u2019s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related degree; Master\u2019s degree is desired or related experience\n\u2022 A minimum 5+ years work experience in low power, mixed signal-embedded systems development, in a highly regulated development environment such as FDA, with hands-on participation successfully completing two or more complex engineering projects from concept to production release would be desirable\n\u2022 5+ years of industry experience in analog and digital (embedded systems) development, including firmware, unit and systems level testing and integration activities\n\u2022 Embedded low-power microcontroller hardware design\n\u2022 Experience with mixed signal processors, such as the MSP430\n\u2022 Excellent communications and interpersonal skills\n\u2022 Proven ability to take initiative\n\nOther Skills/Characteristics:\n\u2022 Individual must be highly motivated and resourceful\n\u2022 Individual must possess excellent interpersonal skills and have demonstrated ability to motivate technical personnel\n\u2022 Exemplary analytical, organizational, written and oral communication skills are a must\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-10 18:15:14", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28604487/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Firmware Engineer", "reqid": "NMD3200", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28604487}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Senior Mechanical Engineer\nJob Requisition #: NMD3199\nDate Posted: 05/10/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nTechnical design/project leader for the Neuromodulation implantable device market specifically in the area of Deep Brain Stimulation projects. Create technical product design for implantable devices using Solidworks or equivalent CAD software.\n\nMajor Ongoing Responsibilities\n\u2022 Develop and maintain the contents of all design documentation in accordance with design controls and industry regulations\n\u2022 Work closely with a cross functional and departmental design team to create world class product and procedural solutions\n\u2022 Responsible for developing mechanical product testing, creation of test protocols/reports, and other product development deliverables\n\u2022 Work closely with marketing to define product ideas and requirements, and working closely with physicians in the field when required\n\nExperience & Training\n\u2022 Must have at a minimum of a Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering, or defendable equivalent experience\n\u2022 Minimum 6 years design experience required, and experience within the medical device industry strongly preferred\n\u2022 Must have experience in SolidWorks or equivalent\n\u2022 Must have excellent personal, written, and presentation skills\n\u2022 Must be a self-motivated problem solver with a passion for solving technical challenges in the medical device space\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-10 18:15:13", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28604485/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Mechanical Engineer", "reqid": "NMD3199", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28604485}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 2nd Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13873\nDate Posted: 05/10/2012\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 and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 2nd shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\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 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-10 18:14:45", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28604469/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 2nd Shift", "reqid": "AF13873", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28604469}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Mgr., Service and Support Center\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12032\nDate Posted: 04/26/2012\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 Manager, Service and Support Center is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of St. Jude Medical\u2019s enterprise-wide Service Desk and Desk Side Support organization. The Manager, Service and Support Center develops service level agreements, acquires the staff and tools necessary to execute those agreements, monitors performance of the service organization against the agreements, and actively engages the business units to seek ways to improve service delivery.\n\nJob Duties:\n\u2022 Oversee the day-to-day activities of the enterprise-wide SJM IT Service and Support Center group\n\u2022 Manage Service and Support Center staff directly, including scheduling to ensure support service coverage at all scheduled times; develop process and procedures for transition at start and end of shift to ensure continuity of work in process by the Service and Support Center staff\n\u2022 Perform daily oversight of all service request tickets; audit the status, completeness and accuracy of the service request tickets\n\u2022 Develop and maintain procedures and standards for high customer service levels; develop metrics, develop and maintain procedures for review and continuous improvement of performance\n\u2022 Strategically plan, implement and review innovative changes to the Service and Support Group\u2019s organization and environment, that proactively anticipates and satisfies customer service needs\n\u2022 Collaborate with business line managers to review and improve quality and timeliness of service request resolution/completion\n\u2022 Identify persistent or recurring problems and recommend solutions that improve the business service\n\u2022 Oversee the function of asset management and policies for mobile devices, including vendor contracts\n\u2022 Integrate disparate teams around the globe, driving more synergy across these global teams as a base model for global support\n\u2022 Build processes to reduce and maintain a global first call resolution of 80%\n\u2022 Trains, coaches, and mentors Supervisors and other staff as needed\n\u2022 Implements improvements to support desk functions as needed, including initiating projects that enhance the quality and efficiency of the team\n\u2022 Actively research and make recommendations for improvements in IT operations generally and in Service and Support Center operations specifically\n\u2022 Keep management promptly informed of issues that affect the successful execution of the Service and Support Center\u2019s responsibilities\n\u2022 Build successful relationships with the business areas being supported and actively increase business knowledge of the area\n\u2022 Take an active and collaborative approach to building solutions, ensuring they are pragmatic and have solid business case\n\u2022 Thoroughly research issues then present solutions to problems\n\u2022 Develop and practice solid communication skills in order to clearly articulate an issue and make it comprehensible to both technical and non-technical audiences\n\u2022 Manage relevant vendor and 3rd party relationships, as assigned\n\u2022 Actively pursue opportunities to increase the required skills for the job\n\u2022 Other duties that may be assigned\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or equivalent degree and 7+ years of experience in IT\n\u2022 4+ years of management experience in a Service and Support Center environment\n\u2022 Must have proven skills in customer support, employee supervision, and management of a service and call center organization supporting diverse international environments; familiarity with ITIL concepts and techniques for support services\n\u2022 Experience with SAP in an FDA regulated industry (ex: Pharmaceuticals or Medical Devices) is preferred\n\u2022 Experience with BMC\u2019s Remedy software is preferred\n\u2022 Demonstrated experiences in providing guidance and coaching to direct reports\n\u2022 Demonstrated oral and written interpersonal, communication, analytical, presentation, and organizational skills; the ability to meet deadlines/work independently\n\u2022 Must be adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines\n\u2022 Proven project management/leadership experience with the ability to create innovative solutions and drive to closure, manage timelines/deadlines and foresee opportunities to improve and harmonize business processes across sites, divisions, geographies, etc. and initiate appropriate action\n\u2022 Exhibit the ability to work effectively across all of SJM and to build positive working relationships based on mutual respect\n\u2022 Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence within and across organizations, functions and business areas\n\u2022 Highly organized, capable of multi-tasking and capable of coordinating/aligning resources under an integrated project plan\n\u2022 Ability to travel, up to 20%, including internationally\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-10 18:14:08", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28604423/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Mgr., Service and Support Center", "reqid": "Corp 12032", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28604423}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Program Manager\nJob Requisition #: AF13864\nDate Posted: 05/04/2012\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 Program Manager. The candidate will provide Program Management leadership to assure effective execution of complex medical device development projects through the Product Development Process (PDP). The candidate will lead activities to develop new medical products from initial concept through commercialization using the procedures of the Product Development Process. This position works cross-functionally and across Division entities as required with core team and functional managers to ensure that projects meet objectives and timelines.\n\nThe Program Manager will also be developing metrics to assess the health of the development programs and work closely with the Core Team Leads and Functional Managers to drive standard practices through the business.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Meets with R&D engineering and marketing staff to clearly define product requirements.\n\u2022 Holds team members, functional management, and the organization accountable to tactical and strategic divisional objectives.\n\u2022 Leads development and deployment of a robust methodology for product development.\n\u2022 Prepares information for the monthly program review board meeting.\n\u2022 Provides timely, accurate updates to management.\n\u2022 Trains, coaches, mentors, and evaluates team members and support group personnel to enhance the probability of successful project completion.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 BA or BS with a major in math, engineering, life sciences, business, or other relevant degree required.\n\u2022 2 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 Proven track record of successfully managing cross functional projects to introduce new medical products globally.\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 Experience with software, capital equipment and sterile disposables desired.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-09 18:01:52", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28574460/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Program Manager", "reqid": "AF13864", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28574460}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Austin", "description": "Dir, Business Analysis & Development\nJob Requisition #: USD 9616\nDate Posted: 05/09/2012\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Austin - TX - 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\nHas management responsibility for developing tools, methods, services and programs that will produce needed market research and customer preference and segmentation. Has a primary responsibility to ensure that specific market research initiatives across USD product areas (AF, CSD, CRM, and CD) are developed, implemented, and leveraged to help drive sales and share capture across all functional aspects within USD. Has primary responsibility to develop and implement USD market model for all product lines. Has primary responsibility to develop, communicate and coordinate feedback from sales analysis, metrics and scorecards to highlight key areas of business focus across product lines (CRM, AF, CVD, CSD) to Senior Sales and Marketing Management within USD. Has supporting responsibility to prepare market and sales analysis in support of annual Strategic and Operating Planning processes. Has collateral responsibility to identify opportunities for and to work with sales and marketing management to build sales programs in areas and markets, which are identified as providing untapped or under penetrated growth opportunities. Has responsibility for support to USD Marketing primary and secondary market research execution to provide input regarding product design, product development and ongoing product engineering based on customer specific needs. Has responsibility for the design and implementation of product-defined sales and manpower effectiveness metrics and communication to USD management. May also work on acquisition/merger analyses/evaluations as needed. Working closely with the Senior Vice President, Marketing, this position will have responsibility to lead and manage the newly formed oversight activities of U.S. organization partnership contracts and relationships. For current relationships, this area of responsibility will include familiarity with contract terms and conditions, along with insuring compliance, monitoring and managing the status and effectiveness of current programs and maintaining ongoing communication between the orgaziations. For potential new relationships, this position will be responsible for coordinating the evaluation of potential strategic fit, opportunity diligence and internal coordination with the USD management team for the purposes of development of a recommendation as to whether to pursue a potential collaboration.. 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. Uses best business practices to ensure success in areas of responsibility.\n\nRequired: A Bachelor\u2019s degree in Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent plus typically eight plus years of progressively more responsible business experience in a class III medical device company or equivalent, including product or market management experience. A minimum of two plus years of demonstrated experience at a supervisory/managerial level is typical. Seasoned judgment acquired through organizational experience and a demonstrated record of achievements in successfully building a business. A substantive knowledge of the medical device industry, health care delivery, and managed care/reimbursement markets and the factors that drive them is required. A thorough understanding of product and market management, physician, and patient marketing is also required. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize development projects using customer input. Documented record of delivering marketing information which adds value to management\u2019s decision making process. Demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills; the ability to lead a cross-functional team. Demonstrated working knowledge of frequently used personal computer programs and applications, such as, Microsoft Office. Must be adept at handling multiple assignments and accomplish these projects within budgetary guidelines.\n\nDesired: An advanced credential, such as an MBA in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional marketing and/or market research certification or designation. Both US and international class III medical device marketing experience is preferred.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-09 18:01:49", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28574459/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Dir, Business Analysis & Development", "reqid": "USD 9616", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Austin, TX", "uid": 28574459}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Microbiologist, Staff\nJob Requisition #: 13130\nDate Posted: 05/09/2012\nCategory: Microbiology\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under general supervision, performs a range of specialized duties in the Microbiology Lab to support sterilization validation activities, verify clean-room and environmental systems, and verify biocompatibility of materials. Work requires application of theoretical principles, evaluation, ingenuity and creative/analytical microbiological techniques acquired in a recognized four-year or more course of specialized study. Evaluates results and determines future courses of action to resolve problems. Exercises an appropriate level of independent technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing and coordinating assignments: leads tasks, projects, and microbiology programs; monitors performance and reports status to manager. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy/accuracy. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Assures that quality of services meets internal and external customer requirements. Remains abreast of all applicable advancements in field of specialty. Stays abreast of and communicates technical advancements to colleagues and associates. Routinely uses the most effective cost efficient and best practices to execute processes.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelor of Science degree Microbiology or a related academic field. A minimum of three plus years of progressively more responsible work experience in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry; experience with environmental monitoring, and materials biocompatibility testing. Demonstrated research and investigative skills. Requires demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Documented record of delivering microbiological information which 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. Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet, work processing, database management, and specialized applications. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance. Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation. Academic or in-house courses in project management, leadership, training, Continuous Improvement, and various technical applications as noted above. Experience in a regulated medical industry.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-09 18:01:43", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28574457/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Microbiologist, Staff", "reqid": "13130", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28574457}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Intern, R&D (Summer & Fall Semesters)\nJob Requisition #: 13031\nDate Posted: 05/01/2012\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 Plymouth.\n\nJob Overview\nSummary:\nAs a R&D Intern, you will provide technical engineering to support product development and transfer of innovative, minimally invasive medical products. You will work individually or with a group of engineers on the design, development, testing and documentation following in-place design control procedures. In this role you will generate the necessary documentation to convey design intent, including drawings, materials specifications, and test data to support regulatory submission of these devices.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Construction and evaluation of prototype medical devices\n\u2022 Writing protocol and reports\n\u2022 Perform design verification and validations testing\n\u2022 Develop tooling and fixturing for testing\n\u2022 Generate/ECO engineering documentation, including drawings, materials specifications, manufacturing procedures, BOM's, inspection procedures.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Current student pursuing a Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering degree, or other related engineering degree \u2013 Must be enrolled in the 2012 fall semester\n\u2022 Strong communication, record keeping and problem solving skills.\n\u2022 Demonstrated creativity and \"hands on\" prototyping skills - ability to prototype devices that have been conceptualized.\n\u2022 Working knowledge of ISO, GMP and QSR; FDA experience a plus.\n\u2022 Computer proficiency with Microsoft applications.\n\u2022 Ability to interact with a range of personalities.\n\u2022 Ability to take initiative and work independently\n\nAssignment: Full-timeSummer, continuing Part-time Fall Semester\nPlease Note: No housing, transportation or relocation allowance provided\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-09 18:01:42", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28574456/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intern, R&D (Summer & Fall Semesters)", "reqid": "13031", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28574456}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Programmer, Senior\nJob Requisition #: 13168\nDate Posted: 05/09/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nWorking without appreciable direction, provides ongoing support to all new and existing MIS operating systems. Develops advanced requirements, workflow and systems analysis. Corrects complex programming errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Information Systems (IS), Computer Science (CS), a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of eight plus years of progressively more responsible experience with operating systems and databases, including demonstrated experience with C, C++, Visual Basic, Java, MSAccess, Oracle or UDB is highly desirable. (E-commerce applications include.ASP, NT, Visual Basic, SQL Server). Extensive technical knowledge; utilizes very complex computer operations (i.e., advanced programming in 3rd and 4th generation languages, relational databases, and operating systems) and advanced features of software packages (i.e., word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.). Understanding of proper coding techniques, efficiencies and testing requirements. Understanding of job control language, the operating system and file access methods. Proficient in debugging techniques and technical problem analysis, SAS programming and expertise with UNIX, Windows, OS. Demonstrated planning, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. This includes bridging communication issues between technical areas and business areas for a full and complete understanding of expectations. Documented record of delivering software engineering information which adds value to managements decision making process. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized applications. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation. Academic or in-house courses in project management, leadership, training, Continuous Improvement (CI), and various technical applications as noted above.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-09 18:01:15", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28574453/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Programmer, Senior", "reqid": "13168", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28574453}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "SAP Release Manager\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12035\nDate Posted: 05/08/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\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 one of our Minnetonka, MN locations.\n\nJob Overview\nThe SAP Release Manager position is responsible for three primary areas within the SAP program at SJM which includes: coordinating and managing the enhancement release schedule for an enterprise-wide SAP environment which includes ECC, CRM, GTS, SCM and BW components, responsibility for the change control processes and procedures and responsibility for cutover management and implementation releases.\n\nJob Duties:\n\u2022 Works with senior leaders across the organization in designing and supporting key change, release and cutover processes in SAP\n\u2022 Works independently in developing and maintaining key business relationships with business and EIT stakeholders. Develop strategies to overcome barriers when necessary\n\u2022 Establish clear objectives for project teams that are frequently assessed in regards to meeting user requirements\n\u2022 Manage professional and non-exempt employees, conducting work performance reviews and ensures work performance is adhering to Company standards. Mentors, trains and develops staff\n\u2022 Manages the detailed enhancement release activities to successfully migrate enhancements, patches, upgrades, support packs, etc. through the testing and promotion process to production. Appropriate decisions will need to be made to ensure a high-quality, highly reliable production environment in support of the enterprise. Ensures all program procedures are appropriately followed\n\u2022 Manage the execution of modifications to the production and pre-production environments throughout the St. Jude Medical SAP environment. This includes application changes that are part of the software development life cycle as well as network, servers, storage, databases and other infrastructure modifications\n\u2022 Works with the SAP GCC and EIT PMO teams to develop detailed cutover plans including considerations for business outage windows\n\u2022 Manage the timeliness, quality and completeness of deliverables to ensure the project or initiative moves forward per the established time lines and requirements.\n\u2022 Management of employee and contract resources in the delivery of change, release and cutover services\n\u2022 Coordinate with all teams in the program on all project related activities including resources and work assignments;\no Monitor the development of process deliverables\no Ensure the quality and completeness of deliverables\n\u2022 Ensures a successful release through close coordination with functional, development, and infrastructure resources within the program\n\u2022 Utilize sound judgment in evaluating enhancement readiness for Production.\n\u2022 Prepare detailed project plans, work plan development, communication plans, project control & coordination and drive execution\n\u2022 Track and report project status on a regular basis including identifying, categorizing and escalating project issues that require management attention.\n\u2022 Monitor and report on release status to management\n\u2022 Work closely with IT and business sponsors in the assessment and prioritization of proposed enhancements to the SAP solution\n\u2022 Responsible for overseeing and optimizing IT change control policies, standards, processes that meet business and compliance requirements, mitigate risks and ensure minimal outages\n\u2022 Develop appropriate compliance mechanisms to ensure all stakeholders including senior management adhere to the Change Control policies, standards and processes\n\u2022 Communicate with the business, project teams and external parties regarding processes and change control issues. Coordinate the implementation of corrective actions when required\n\u2022 Facilitate and support change management review meetings and change advisory boards to coordinate activities\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in computer science or equivalent field. An MBA or advanced degree is desirable\n\u2022 8+ years\u2019 experience in IT or equivalent business experience working with business systems\n\u2022 5+ years of SAP experience to include at least 2 years directly managing SAP projects, releases and go-lives\n\u2022 Strong understanding of SAP Change control mechanisms including SAP transports and Solution Manager preferred\n\u2022 Knowledge of SAP and the various SAP modules\n\u2022 4 years in a managerial capacity managing small to medium sized teams which include employees and consultants\n\u2022 Well developed planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Must be accomplished in managing very detailed project plans\n\u2022 Highly organized, capable of multi-tasking and capable of coordinating/aligning resources under an integrated project plan\n\u2022 The ability to make objective and timely decisions under difficult circumstances.\n\u2022 Excellent analytical skills that are demonstrated by the ability to organize thoughts and ideas in a logical manner\n\u2022 Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence within and across organizations, functions and business areas. Able to present and defend decisions across business units\n\u2022 Highly developed business acumen with working knowledge/understanding of business processes\n\u2022 Proven project management/leadership experience with the ability to create innovative solutions and drive to closure, manage timelines/deadlines and foresee opportunities to improve and harmonize business processes across the project team and initiate appropriate action\n\u2022 Ability to travel up to 25% including the potential for travel outside the US\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-09 18:01:13", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28574451/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "SAP Release Manager", "reqid": "Corp 12035", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28574451}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Engineer - Research & Development\nJob Requisition #: 13134\nDate Posted: 05/08/2012\nCategory: Engineering\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\nWe are seeking a high caliber, experienced, hands-on Senior Product Development Engineer that is innovative in driving new product development for our Minnesota based Cardiovascular division team. This is a high profile position that will work with a team of engineers to develop and commercialize new medical devices and delivery systems.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Generates novel design ideas, builds prototypes,develops and refines design concepts\n\u2022 Generates test data and performs analysis to make design decisions\n\u2022 Works with suppliers and customers\n\u2022 Develops design specifications based on customer feedback and intended clinical use\n\u2022 Develops and refines test methods and models\n\u2022 Plans and executes design characterization, verification, and validation builds and testing\n\u2022 Generates and manages design documentation\n\nTechnologies:\n\u2022Biocompatible material selection for delivery systems and implants\n\u2022Bioprosthetic implants\n\u2022Mechanical design of biocompatible metals and plastics\n\u2022Machining\n\u2022Molding\n\u2022Nitonol\n\u2022Extrusion\n\u2022Thermoforming\n\u2022Packaging and Sterilization\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering\n\u2022 5+ years of product development (R&D) experience\n\u2022 5+ years of medical device development experience\n\u2022 Endovascular device and delivery system design experience\n\u2022 Experience with statistical data analysis and design of experiments\n\u2022 CAD design and drafting experience\n\u2022 Proven leader in a cross functional environment\n\u2022 Polished communicator\n\u2022 Excellent documentation writing skills; clear and concise using objective evidence and language\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building relationships\n\u2022 Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills\n\u2022 Energized attitude\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-08 18:57:29", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28541769/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Research & Development", "reqid": "13134", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28541769}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Technician - Desktop Support\nJob Requisition #: 13135\nDate Posted: 05/08/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\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:\nThe Desktop Support Technician I role operates as a first level of IT support within the Cardiovascular IT organization. This position focuses primarily on the level 1 support aspects of PC hardware, software and end user issues. This role will regularly interacts with both technical and business individuals, and has frequent direct contact with all levels of business users, ranging from manufacturing employees to executives. A professional appearance, service oriented demeanor, and good customer service skills are required. Overall work direction is given from the desktop support supervisor as well as the IT manager, however day to day guidance is also provided by the level II and senior desktop positions. The ability to escalate more involved technical issues to higher level technicians is important.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Physical installation of PC's and related peripherals.\n\u2022 Perform warranty replacement on PC hardware.\n\u2022 Work with client images for deployment of operating systems to desktops.\n\u2022 Participate in deployment and support of applications, software, end user hardware in accordance with technology standards.\n\u2022 Provide level 1 support of both hardware and software issues.\n\u2022 Manage service requests using the incident management application.\n\u2022 Maintain documentation on procedures as required.\n\u2022 Support LAN connectivity from the workstation to the network switch for all client end points.\n\nOther Duties:\n\u2022 Participate as a project resource as necessary.\n\u2022 Assist in testing of updates within defined change control processes.\n\u2022 Effectively prioritize and execute tasks as directed by the desktop support supervisor.\n\u2022 Participate in cross divisional IT efforts as deemed necessary.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 1-3 years related IT support experience, or 2 - 4 year degree in related IT field desired.\n\u2022 Microsoft Certified Technical Specialist (MCTS) or IT Professional (MCTIP) in Microsoft Windows Operating System or Microsoft Office technologies a plus.\n\u2022 Experience in supporting manufacturing and clean room environments also plus.\n\u2022 Solid technical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.\n\u2022 Solid understanding of standard PC and related hardware.\n\u2022 Excellent communication and customer service skills.\n\u2022 Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical individuals.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-08 18:57:29", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28541771/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technician - Desktop Support", "reqid": "13135", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28541771}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "International Product Manager- Vascular Products: Renial Denervation, Hemostasis & Specialty Devices\nJob Requisition #: ID11733\nDate Posted: 02/17/2012\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\nPOSITION SUMMARY\nIdentify, develop and execute Product Marketing commercialization plans for Renal Denervation, Hemostasis, and Specialty Devices 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\n\u2022Plan and prepare product launches in cooperation with the Product Division /International Marketing and facilitate implementation throughout the geographies.\n\u2022Evaluate 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.\n\u2022Develop recommendations on translating data collected on customer needs into engineering measures to evaluate product\u2019s performance.\n\u2022Develop recommendations on appropriate process for new products and on pricing and positioning strategies.\n\u2022Prepare monthly new product launch updates for assigned products including metrics, strengths, gaps, strategies to close gaps, etc.\n\u2022Provide analyses that highlight sales opportunities, trends and issues.\n\u2022Provide rapid response to product issues and needs (e.g. competitive intelligence and approvals, clinical, regulatory and legal)\n\u2022Contribute to the development of the International Division's annual strategic plan and operating plan\n\u2022Develop marketing materials outside of new product launches\n\u2022Develop obsolescence strategy to manage complete product portfolio\n\u2022Represent the company by visiting accounts in order to solicit feedback on company products and services.\n\u2022Develop appropriate strategies and plans in order to monitor and respond to changes in the market place, competitors, and performance versus objectives by major geography.\n\u2022Work with the marketing manager to represent the Global viewpoint in the new product development process.\n\u2022Determine clear and specific priorities for the development of new products and product enhancements by defining customer needs and working with other internal functional groups.\n\u2022Rapid response to product issues and needs (e.g. competitive intelligence and approvals, clinical, regulatory and legal).\n\u2022Contribute toward the development of an annual departmental budget by forecasting future needs, utilizing previous year\u2019s budget, current objectives and budget guidelines.\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\n\u2022Bachelors degree in business, sciences, or nursing required\n\u20222+ years or marketing experience within Medical Device Industry including market plan development and execution, working effectively in a complex, multi-tasking environment\n\u2022Previous experience managing multiple, simultaneous new product launches required\n\u20225+ years experience using spreadsheets, databases and presentation software\n\u2022Strong oral and written communication skills, influence management skills and negotiation skills, while remaining sensitive to cultural differences\n\u2022Strong analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills required\n\u2022Strong individual self starter who has ability to develop and execute on plans\n\u2022Strong conflict resolution skills to achieve results through cross functional groups\n\u2022Strong team player\u2014ability to work as a key member of the International Division marketing team.\n\u2022Strong leadership skills\u2014ability to function as the marketing lead\u201d on high profile projects around the world\n\u2022Project management skills\u2014ability to manage complex projects and programs. Ability to pull the appropriate functional and geographic functions together to support initiatives\n\u2022Ability to distinguish between Objectives, Strategies and Tactics\n\u2022Knowledge/experience with customer base\n\u2022Understanding of medical products clinical and regulatory process and environments\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\u2022 MBA with marketing emphasis preferred\n\u2022 2+years sales experience\n\u20222+ years of experience in Interventional Radiology\n\u20222+ years of experience in Interventional Cardiology (secondary)\n\u2022Previous experience collaborating with international marketing and sales teams\n\nTYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\n\u2022Planning and preparing product launches in cooperation with the Cardiovascular product division and facilitating implementation throughout the geographies.\n\u2022Working with the geographies to create post-launch programs to extend product launches\n\u2022Creating programs designed to strengthen leadership in a mature market and to enter new markets through building loyalty for SJM.\n\u2022Providing account analyses that can highlight sales opportunities, trends and issues.\n\u2022Helping the geographies maximize regulatory, health economic and reimbursement opportunities\n\u2022Working with the product division to represent an International viewpoint in the new product development process.\n\u2022Monitoring and responding to changes in the market place based on performance on business and sales objectives by major geography.\n\u2022Introducing solutions for a variety of marketing venues, such as web, PR, multi-media, direct-to-physician and direct-to-hospital\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:\n\u202220-25%\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.", "date_new": "2012-05-08 18:56:45", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28541761/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "International Product Manager- Vascular Products: Renial Denervation,  Hemostasis & Specialty Devices", "reqid": "ID11733", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28541761}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Group Lead - Production\nJob Requisition #: 13138\nDate Posted: 05/07/2012\nCategory: Production\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\nFirst shift position: (5AM - 2:30PM; M-F)\n\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\u2022 Manages directly the manufacture of medical device;\n\u2022 Ensures that quality and production goals are met;\n\u2022 Trains production operators on GMP, MP and retrain as needed;\n\u2022 Daily meeting with manufacturing operators for better communication and continuous improvement;\n\u2022 Organizes work schedule, Monitors performance and reports status;\n\u2022 Ensures PM (preventive maintenance) and Calibration stickers are up to date;\n\u2022 5S audit and weekly meeting with other area value stream group-leads in a organization; and more;\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Prefer two years of college or equivalent.\n\u2022 Prefer three - five years experience as a group-lead in a manufacturing environment.\n\u2022 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\u2022 Computer skills desired in excel Microsoft word and have trained SAP (S2S) software\n\u2022 Ability to effectively work and communicate with others is critical.\n\u2022 Prefer pervious training experience in a manufacturing environment.\n\u2022 Six Sigma Green Belt Training\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-07 18:23:12", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28478543/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Group Lead - Production", "reqid": "13138", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28478543}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Ann Arbor", "description": "Field Clinical Engineer II\nJob Requisition #: 13010\nDate Posted: 05/07/2012\nCategory: Field Engineer\nLocation: Ann Arbor - MI - 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\nWorking without appreciable supervision, is primarily responsible for demonstrated and consistent success in group leadership, FCE mentoring, project management, Clinical Research, publications in the technical/clinical literature, patent submissions, as well as consistently outstanding performance in: field support of Investigational Device Exemption (IDE)/Scientific Studies Organization (SSO) Clinical Trials, accurate technical support/ troubleshooting, strategic collaboration with Sales to develop business in the local territory and Field Input to various home office groups. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Exercises technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing calibration work. Remains abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of four years of relevant experience including at least two years as an FCE. Experience includes cardiology, electro-physiology, or working with implantable Implantable Cardiac Defibrillators (ICDs), pacemakers, or cardiac electro-physiology procedures. Broad cross-disciplinary and in-depth knowledge of the clinical engineering profession. A qualified record of implementing new processes to existing clinical engineering and related systems. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, follow-up skills, and the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees, management, and customers. A comprehensive record of delivering research information which adds value to managements decision making process is required. A demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks is also required. Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized applications. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional Health Science certification or designation.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-07 18:23:06", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28478479/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Field Clinical Engineer II", "reqid": "13010", "state": "Michigan", "state_short": "MI", "location": "Ann Arbor, MI", "uid": 28478479}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Metrologist III\nJob Requisition #: NMD3197\nDate Posted: 05/07/2012\nCategory: Metrology\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nUpgrade calibration equipment and automate repetitive calibration processes. Review/validate complex calibration procedures and software and establish new measurement standards. Provide regulation compliance recommendations for GMP, FDA, ISO 9000, ISO 13485, ISO 17025, ASTM, ANSI and NCSLI. Perform outside calibration supplier evaluation. Install and maintain equipment, scheduling and history databases. Assist in designing measurement systems for product test and process control. Perform complex multi-discipline electronic, electrical, dimensional and physical calibrations on all SJM measurement and process control equipment. Develop and write calibration procedures based on component specifications using spreadsheet, flow chart and word processing software and programming software. Review documentation, checklists and manuals for accuracy and completeness. Perform data analysis, measurement studies and calibration certifcate analysis. Participate in professional organizations and committees to set the standards and requirements for education, calibration and measurement assurance programs. Assist in designing measurement systems for product test and process control. Assist in day-to-day operations of the preventative maintenance (pm) program as needed.\n\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\n\nA. Lead Responsibilities\n\u2022 Coordinate daily activities of the site Metrology and PM group. Will serve as point of contact for daily requests for calibration and pm services and expedition of urgent calibrations. This includes prioritization and assignment of tasks to within the group as business needs dictated.\n\u2022 Perform root cause analysis on Out-of-Tolerance equipment and assign corrective actions as needed\n\u2022 Provide site specific monthly report input and analysis of metrics\n\u2022 Provide calibration planning on production line moves and transfers\n\u2022 Provide calibration startup and integration analysis, planning, implementation and support for acquisitions, new plants and remote product transfers\n\nB. Equipment calibrations/pm\u2019s\n\u2022 Support all electronic and physical/mechanical calibrations\n\u2022 Research, evaluate and implement software and programs related to calibration measurement and management\n\u2022 Support measurement systems across division lines\n\u2022 Perform Inter-laboratory comparisons\n\u2022 Perform multi-discipline calibrations and complex measurement systems\n\u2022 Generate specification documents for outside calibration services\n\u2022 Plan training or calibration trips to off-site facilities\n\u2022 Travel by air to remote manufacturing sites to provide training and support (5% air travel)\n\u2022 Design calibration equipment and systems as required\n\u2022 Optimize the performance of the calibration equipment and systems\n\u2022 Select standards for complex/system calibration procedures based on tolerance accuracy ratios, specifications and measurement uncertainty\n\u2022 Complete assigned projects\n\u2022 Provide training sessions and perform presentations\n\u2022 Perform measurement uncertainty analysis\n\u2022 Review pm documentation for correctness and completeness\n\nC. Documentation\n\u2022 Write complex calibration procedures from component specifications\n\u2022 Perform programming verification related to procedure writing\n\u2022 Develop department procedures governing calibration tasks\n\u2022 Provide regulation compliance recommendations for GMP, FDA, ISO 9000, ISO 13485, ISO 17025, ASTM, ANSI and NCSLI\n\u2022 Research calibration standards, capital requests, and purchase requisition\n\u2022 Provide equipment control review\n\u2022 Handle preventative/corrective actions\n\u2022 Submit calibration and PM change orders\n\u2022 Review initial pm procedures for effectiveness\n\nD. Repair\n\u2022 Research complex repair situations and determine action steps\n\u2022 Perform analysis for repair prevention\n\u2022 Perform repairs, modifications and upgrade to calibration standards\n\nE. Administrative\n\u2022 Review system calibration procedures\n\u2022 Review out-of-tolerance reports\n\u2022 Use calibration data base systems including: history tracking and recall and overdue reports\n\u2022 Review computer software specific to metrology\n\u2022 Develop calibration tasks\n\u2022 Justify equipment expenditures for capital equipment requests\n\u2022 Perform interval and workload analysis\n\u2022 Perform interviews as needed\n\u2022 Research and evaluate calibration databases\n\u2022 Establish and implement statistical process control\n\u2022 Challenge and provide input to measurement standards\n\u2022 Design calibration lab layouts\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 High School degree required\n\u2022 2 year technical degree required or equivalent military training\n\u2022 ASQ CCT recommended\n\u2022 10+ years experience preferred\n\u2022 Previous experience in calibration and test methods on dimensioal, electrcial and physical equipment\n\u2022 Knowledge of Quality Systems, FDA regulations, ISO 13485 and applicable worldwide regulatory requirements preferred\n\u2022 Knowledge of math operations, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and statistics and advanced Excel functions\n\u2022 Good communication and computer skills, including data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-07 18:22:27", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28478360/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Metrologist III", "reqid": "NMD3197", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28478360}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Director, Regulatory Compliance and Patient Data Services\nJob Requisition #: CRMD42712\nDate Posted: 05/07/2012\nCategory: Quality Assurance\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking independently and in consultation with executive Quality Assurance management, has primary management responsibility directly or through lower management levels for the compliance of company facilities and related activities with applicable domestic and international regulations; works with U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and parallel agencies to address regulatory compliance activities and issues. 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. Assures that quality of services meets internal and external customer requirements. Maintains a safe working environment and a strong customer focus. Exercises judgment in planning and organizing work; monitors performance and reports status. Sets goals, ensures that they are met and is responsible for continuous process improvement. Uses best business practices to ensure success in areas of responsibility. May be responsible for processes across organizational lines.\n\nRequirements/Education: A Bachelors Degree in physical/natural sciences, environmental engineering, or a related academic field. A minimum of at least ten plus years of progressively more responsible regulatory experience including experience with medical devices. Expert working knowledge of domestic and international regulations relative to the medical device industry. A demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices. A minimum of four plus years of demonstrated experience at a supervisory/managerial level is typical. Seasoned judgment acquired through wide experience and cross-organizational assignments. Ability to work cooperatively/productively with others. Requires the ability to change the thinking of, or gain acceptance of, others in sensitive situations. Requires highly developed leadership skills/people-management experience sufficient to assume the complex range of personnel issues inherent in this position. Must be adept at delegation, follow-up, and team building. Comprehensive verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication, negotiation, interpersonal, training and presentation skills are essential. Documented record of delivering information that adds value to managements decision making process. Must have a demonstrated working knowledge of frequently used personal computer programs and applications used in relevant regulatory processes. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance. Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation. A comprehensive understanding of cardiac rhythm management technology. Academic or in-house courses in leadership, training, Continuous Improvement (CI), cycle time improvement, etc., are preferred.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-07 18:22:22", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28478355/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Director, Regulatory Compliance and Patient Data Services", "reqid": "CRMD42712", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28478355}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Engineer - R&D\nJob Requisition #: 12780\nDate Posted: 04/02/2012\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:\nUse multidisciplinary engineering knowledge to design and develop innovative medical devices or components/subsystems in support of company's strategic plan.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Run empirical and experimental analysis.\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to conceptualize new devices using material knowledge and innovative mechanical design.\n\u2022 Conceive, build, and evaluate prototypes performance.\n\u2022 Work with outside consultants, vendors, and the medical community.\n\u2022 Project planning experience as well as the ability to identify and mitigate project risks\n\u2022 Support animal studies, bench testing, and clinical evaluations.\n\u2022 Support design reviews and physician visits.\n\u2022 Plan, coordinate, and execute activities to achieve project goals and objectives per established timelines.\n\u2022 Ability to conduct failure mode analysis and root cause investigation.\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability for part, device, and fixture design utilizing CAD tools.\n\u2022 Establish device requirements and specifications, including justification and supportive testing\n\u2022 Test method and model development\n\u2022 Maintains knowledge of the developing clinical environment (i.e. current treatment methods, evolving clinical needs etc.).\n\u2022 Ensure compliance with procedural and documentation requirements of SJM, FDA and ISO design controls\n\nTechnologies:\n\u2022 Biocompatible material selection for implants and del systems\n\u2022 Bioprosthetic implants\n\u2022 Mechanical design of biocompatible metals and plastics\n\u2022 NiTi Technonology\n\u2022 Machining\n\u2022 Molding\n\u2022 Extrusion\n\u2022 Packaging and Sterilization\n\nOther Duties:\n\u2022 Create product drawings and/or models\n\u2022 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\u2022 Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering\n\u2022 1-3 years experience\n\u2022 Experience with CAD tools required\n\u2022 Experience in designing and testing medical devices required\n\u2022 Experience employing experimental design & analysis tools preferred\n\u2022 Experience working with animal tissue preferred\n\u2022 Experience with a variety of manufacturing processes and designing for manufacturability preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-06 19:03:55", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28470710/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - R&D", "reqid": "12780", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28470710}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Scientist, Staff\nJob Requisition #: 13133\nDate Posted: 05/04/2012\nCategory: Research\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorks independently under broad supervision to provide strategic support in the design, construction, and testing of technology for implantable medical devices such as cardioverter defibrillators. Accountable for project ownership and management of new products from conception through qualification builds and into manufacturing. Identifies scientific problems and applies scientific principles to the solution of a broad range of complex problems. Conducts Research & Development (R&D) efforts involving theoretical and experimental study, conception and planning of clinical objectives and coordination and direction of clinical efforts. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Applies advanced scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing assigned technical work. Remains abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Continuously works towards work product/process improvement. Consults other departments in the field of technical expertise.\n\nRequirements/Education: Requires a Bachelors Degree in chemistry, physics, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of ten plus years research experience in cardiovascular medicine or related fields. Applies an extensive technical expertise and/or a thorough specialized knowledge at the forefront of the biomedical profession; applies, develops, and promotes advanced concepts and practices; required to perform as a recognized authority in the medical device profession. Requires the demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices; comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, multi-task, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees, management and customers. Must be able to work cooperatively and productively with others. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U. S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet skills, word processing, data base management, and other relevant clinical applications.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Previous related experience in a medical device, biologics, or pharmaceutical company. Demonstrated knowledge of cardiac anatomy/physiology and cardiac pacing/defibrillation systems is desired.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-04 19:21:22", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28440756/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Scientist, Staff", "reqid": "13133", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28440756}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Program Management Director\nJob Requisition #: AF13865\nDate Posted: 05/04/2012\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 Director of Program Management. The candidate will provide Program Management leadership to assure effective execution of complex medical device development projects through the Product Development Process (PDP). The candidate will lead activities to develop new medical products from initial concept through commercialization using the procedures of the Product Development Process. This position works cross-functionally and across Division entities as required with core team and functional managers to ensure that projects meet objectives and timelines.\n\nThe candidate will also be developing metrics to assess the health of the development programs and work closely with the core team leads and functional managers to drive standard practices through the business.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Manages strategic directions, product roadmaps, and portion of project portfolio.\n\u2022 Holds team members, functional management, and the organization accountable to tactical and strategic divisional objectives.\n\u2022 Meets with R&D engineering and marketing staff to clearly define product requirements.\n\u2022 Leads cross-functional development and deployment of a robust methodology for product development.\n\u2022 Facilitates the monthly program review board meeting including preparation and follow-up items.\n\u2022 Provides timely, accurate updates to management.\n\u2022 Trains, coaches, mentors, and evaluates team members and support group personnel to enhance the probability of successful project completion.\n\nEssential Functions:\nLeadership and Accountability:\n\u2022 Accountability for program management system effectiveness and execution.\n\u2022 Assists team leaders to define clear, realistic goals and direct projects utilizing the principles outlined by PMI\u2019s PMBOK model of management.\n\u2022 Assures the timely development of program development planning.\n\u2022 Facilitates regular senior management oversight and evaluation of project status and progress.\n\u2022 Ensures that the cross functional members work as a team, focused on divisional goals.\n\u2022 Ensures effective communication channels between geographically separate divisional entities and Sales and Marketing organizations regarding project activities.\n\nProject Management:\n\u2022 Provides a general management understanding of the skills and tasks associated with all team functions to ensure proper and timely deployment of resources.\n\u2022 Directs and manages the core team members at necessary levels of detail required to accomplish project goals.\n\u2022 Synthesizes complex business and technical aspects of large scale development programs to develop an executable project plan.\n\u2022 Identify, develop, and execute detailed project plans to improve product development activities and business systems.\n\u2022 Works closely with Quality to ensure PDP compatibility and compliance with Quality Management Systems (QMS).\n\u2022 Applies the appropriate management techniques given project specific needs, risks and experience\n\u2022 Resolves project resource issues with core team members and functional managers to maintain project timelines.\n\u2022 Resolves conflicts within and outside the team to ensure project success.\n\u2022 Facilitates regular cross-functional input for core team member performance evaluations.\n\nCommunication:\n\u2022 Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.\n\u2022 Ability to effectively develop and convey Project Management training materials.\n\nFacilitate cross-functional discussions on initiatives to improve PDP effectiveness.\n\u2022 Effectively develop and present to teams, functional managers, and senior staff project plans, needs, issues, mitigations, conclusions, and recommendations.\n\u2022 Ability to clarify options and facilitate issue resolution within project teams and within functional areas.\n\u2022 Ability to effectively make presentations to core teams, functional managers, senior staff, and external customers.\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nWork is performed without appreciable direction. Determines organizational objectives and interprets company policies. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long-term perspective for desired results. Initially accomplishes results directly. As business unit grows so may the opportunity for further development of this function resulting in work being increasingly accomplished through subordinate employees.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BA or BS with a major in math, engineering, life sciences, business, or other relevant degree required.\n\u2022 Minimum 10+ years of progressively responsible work experience in product development, project management, and project management supervision, in the medical device industry.\n\u2022 Formal training in Program/Project Management or a Project Management Professional Certification is required.\n\u2022 Proven track record of successfully managing cross functional projects to introduce new medical products globally.\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 Experience with software, capital equipment and sterile disposables desired.\n\u2022 Prior experience managing others strongly preferred.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-04 19:21:16", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28440745/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Program Management Director", "reqid": "AF13865", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28440745}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Material Handler - 2nd Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13862\nDate Posted: 05/04/2012\nCategory: Materials\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, Material Handler to coordinate and ensure timely and accurate flow of material, parts and assemblies to appropriate areas. This is a 2nd shift, Monday-Friday opportunity.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 aterial delivery\n-Deliver materials and parts to work areas according to specified standard work route\n-Maintain inventory by identifying, labeling, and placing materials and parts in stock; recording location of inventory; documenting units delivered and location of units\n-Perform appropriate transactions efficiently and accurately on computer\n-Maintain in-process inventory at work centers by delivering materials on a timely basis\n\u2022 Ensures accuracy of all material transfers, i.e., material issues to a work order, adjustments, transfers, miscellaneous issues\n\u2022 Investigate, identify and correct transactional and/or procedural problems related to inventory accuracy in coordination with buyers/planners, supervisors and/or information technology.\n\u2022 Performs housekeeping functions in area; properly maintains and stores tools and/or equipment.\n\u2022 Serve as a backup to stockroom operations.\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\u2022 Other duties as assigned.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or equivalent\n\u2022 1-2 years warehouse experience\n\u2022 Valid driver\u2019s license\n\u2022 Requires attention to detail, successful track record of multitasking, and the ability to work in a fast paced environment\n\u2022 Forklift experience\n\u2022 Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office programs\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Forklift certification\n\u2022 Experience with SAP\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-04 19:21:11", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28440740/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Material Handler - 2nd Shift", "reqid": "AF13862", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28440740}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Hardware Electronics Technician II\nJob Requisition #: AF13858\nDate Posted: 05/04/2012\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 Hardware Electronics Technician to participate on development projects within AF Product Development organization, focused specifically on St. Jude Medical electrophysiology equipment and its associated accessories. This individual will need to have hands on electronics experience, ability to troubleshoot electronics, and good documentation and organizational skills.\n\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Electro-mechanical and printed circuit board design, debug and assembly requiring soldering (SMT and through-hole), wiring, and mechanical fabrication.\n\u2022 Documentation and build of design verification devices\n\u2022 Provides design verification test support and test fixture design, documentation, and build. Must be able to follow and execute test protocols.\n\u2022 Write and release controlled documentation including test protocols, reports and design drawings.\n\u2022 Supports and will occasionally lead design and technical reviews.\n\u2022 Supports clinical evaluation of new products through equipment setup and coordination.\n\u2022 Communicates project status and issues/concerns to the appropriate management levels.\n\u2022 Identifies project risks.\n\u2022 Ensures compliance with procedural and documentation requirements of SJM, FDA and ISO design controls.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 5+ years\u2019 experience in a technician role with medical devices experience or other highly regulated industry preferred\n\u2022 Minimum 2-year Associate\u2019s degree in electronics is required.\n\u2022 Must be able to read and understand electrical schematics\n\u2022 Required experience operating various laboratory equipment such including the following: oscilloscope, power supply, multi-meter, and function generator.\n\u2022 Required soldering/wiring skills\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Altium PCB design experience\n\u2022 Windchill Documentation system experience\n\u2022 Ability to effectively use Microsoft Products\n\u2022 Medical device experience preferred\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-04 19:20:47", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28440724/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Hardware Electronics Technician II", "reqid": "AF13858", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28440724}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Clinical Data Coordinator II\nJob Requisition #: 13147\nDate Posted: 05/04/2012\nCategory: Compliance\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under general supervision, is responsible for ensuring the integrity of clinical data both in the clinical database as well as in the clinical files. Responsible for entering, reviewing, verifying, modifying and organizing incoming clinical data. Identifies potential issues that could affect the quality of clinical data and forwarding to appropriate personnel. Provides administrative support for the clinical study as needed and for identifying solutions to continue to improve efficiency and quality in the data management process. Responsible for clarifying missing data with external customers. Exercises basic judgement in planning, organizing and performing work. Assures that quality of services meets internal and external customer requirements. This position will have primary responsibility for assigned studies with a basic knowledge of all studies managed by clinical data group.\n\nRequirements/Education: High school diploma or other specialized training/equivalent related experience. Typically a minimum of two years of demonstrated experience as a Clinical Data Coordinator or in a comparable or closely related clinical research environment, including direct familiarity with data management processes. Experience with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Good Clinical Practices (GCP) regulations as they apply to clinical data management and to the clinical trial process. Demonstrated competence in English spelling, grammar and punctuation, including the ability to successfully pass a reading comprehension pre-employment examination. Requires a demonstrated knowledge of the practices and procedures of the function, company products, polices and programs. Demonstrated organizational skills, attentiveness to detail, ability to work under general supervision and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including the ability to listen, resolve routine to moderately complex problems, deal with unresolved issues, delays and unexpected events, while effectively communicating and maintaining rapport with field clinical engineers and study coordinators. Must possess demonstrated keyboard and personal computer skills (experience with Microsoft Office including Excel, Word or equivalent applications required), including the ability to pass a 10 key assessment examination.\n\nDesired Requirements: Associate Degree in a Computer Science, Health Science, a related curriculum, plus experience in the biotech, bio-instruments or medical devices industries.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-04 19:20:16", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28440701/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Clinical Data Coordinator II", "reqid": "13147", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28440701}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Training & Education Manager II\nJob Requisition #: AF13866\nDate Posted: 05/04/2012\nCategory: Training\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\n\nWe are seeking a high caliber leader for the Manager of Training in our Atrial Fibrillation division (AFD). This additional manager position will allow more focus in enhancing the overall education strategy for customers as well as the global sales organization and will be a key member of the marketing team. The Manager of Training reports to the Senior Director of Product Education and Training.\n\nThe Manager of Training is responsible for leading a team of subject matter experts who are focused on developing content for the global launch of AF products; deliver Train the Trainer programs in collaboration with the global selling divisions as well as to develop Education strategies to meet the needs of Associated Health Professionals. This position will work closely with the current Education Manager to oversee collaborative content development and cross-functional approaches to managing customer education.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\n? Leads development of clinical and product training while closely collaborating with selling division(s)\n? Leads and develops team of highly motivated individuals covering a broad product portfolio ranging from disposables to capital equipment\n? Identifies the learning needs of various audiences and utilizes advanced knowledge to adapt the content and the delivery of the curriculum\n? Coordinates numerous training projects aligning resources, setting timelines and milestones to maximize training effectiveness and efficiency\n? Collaborates with R&D, Marketing and global sales force to ensure consistent and thorough messaging on all aspects of product training\n? Actively manages and markets the AHP Education portfolio of offerings across key product lines\n? Maintains and supports proficiency by keeping updated in current EP procedures and technologies\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n? Bachelor\u2019s degree\n? Experience in the field of EP \u2013 Sales, Clinical, Lab or related experience\n? Familiarity with RF ablation systems, catheters and EP Mapping Systems\n? Experience applying instructional design and adult learning strategies\n? Management skills to access team performance and enhance development opportunities\n? Strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage collaboration across departments\n? High level strategic thought process to build on current program success\n? Demonstrated Project Management skills.\n? Evidence of leadership success in sales / training / sales support role\n? Must be able to organize, initiate and provide educational programs for various audiences and skill levels.\n? Expert level computer skills in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as Adobe Acrobat applications.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n? MS/MBA\n? EnSite System experience\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-04 19:20:16", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28440702/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Training & Education Manager II", "reqid": "AF13866", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28440702}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Senior Clinical Research Coordinator\nJob Requisition #: 13159\nDate Posted: 05/04/2012\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 Senior Clinical Research Coordinator will implement and carry out functions of clinical research.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Follow department Standard Operating Procedures\n\u2022 Assist with pre study evaluations\n\u2022 Initiate clinical investigations by arranging proctoring and staff training\n\u2022 In-house case report form auditing and data verification\n\u2022 Assist with regulatory reports (annual reports, progress reports)\n\u2022 Work independently on specific study projects\n\u2022 Assist CRA in setting up sites (IRB approvals, Investigator agreements, and study start up)\n\u2022 Assist with monitoring visits\n\u2022 Interact with study sites\n- Generate follow up reminder reports and send to investigators on a regular basis\n\u2022 Acquire professional, product and market expertise via independent reading, networking and training\n\u2022 Resource/train other clinical research coordinators\n\u2022 Travel approximately 10%\n\u2022 Participate in professional activities outside of normal business hours\n\u2022 Other duties as requested\n\nRequirements:\nOne of the following:\n\u2022 High School Diploma with 4 years experience in an administrative role OR\n\u2022 BA/BS in Medical Science or Nursing or equivalent\n\u2022 3 years experience in clinical research, preferably medical device company\n\u2022 Computer proficiency required: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, internet, email\n\u2022 Ability to constructively interact with a range of personalities and positions inside and outside the organization\n\u2022 Attention to detail\n\u2022 Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage tasks in a changing environment\n\u2022 Ability to work independently and take direction from others\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-04 19:20:11", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28440690/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Clinical Research Coordinator", "reqid": "13159", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28440690}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Machinist, Senior\nJob Requisition #: 12910\nDate Posted: 05/04/2012\nCategory: Tachy Product Development\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nUnder limited supervision and in support of the manufacture of medical devices: constructs, maintains, calibrates, repairs, sets up and operates manual machine shop equipment; programs, sets up and operates Computer Numerical Control (CNC) equipment. Operates a variety of machine tools and works with designers and engineers to develop or modify tooling. Works from relatively complex blueprints, engineering specifications/diagrams and general engineering instructions to set-up and execute work assignments; checks work using precision inspection instruments and devices.\n\nRequirements/Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Typically a minimum of six or more years of relevant manual and CNC machining experience. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the job, including the ability to set up and operate specialized and sophisticated machining equipment. Requires the demonstrated ability to read complex blueprints in order to determine the best method for manufacturing various components as well as the ability to use, operate, and apply a range of precision inspection instruments and devices, e.g., micrometers, calipers, height gages, etc. Demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational and basic math skills. Must be able to perform functions utilizing machines and equipment requiring correctable vision, including color discrimination, and be able to demonstrate effective hand/eye coordination at an acceptable level of proficiency in all process certifications. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance; the ability work overtime is also required.\n\nDesired Requirements: AA degree in Mechanical Technology, equivalent trade school/military training, or comparable related experience in biomedical field.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-04 19:20:09", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28440687/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Machinist, Senior", "reqid": "12910", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28440687}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Business Systems Analyst, Senior\nJob Requisition #: 12717\nDate Posted: 05/04/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nWorking without appreciable direction, provides ongoing application support to SJM CRMD users in order to solve business application related issues. This includes the training of system users in the different major business applications; works across CRMD to research and implement software applications that can improve business processes and in modifying current systems to accommodate changing business requirements. Identifies and routinely uses most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Exercises judgment in planning, organizing and performing work; monitors performance and reports status within area of responsibility. Assures that quality of services meets internal and external customer requirements. Remains current on developments in field of expertise.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent degree in a pertinent discipline required and 6 plus years of systems experience, including ERP, PDM, MES. Extensive knowledge of financial systems, financial analysis and sales analysis and reporting, ERP system applications , and/or Manufacturing / Engineering systems, and/or Patient Device Tracking systems and/or Device Master Record or Device History Record reporting systems. Must also possess the ability to understand, document , and enhance manufacturing business processes. Must be highly literate in terms of how mainframe, network and desktop systems operate. A relevant advanced degree is desired. Comprehensive verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication, interpersonal and presentation skills required sufficient to conduct advanced discussions, interviews, negotiations, and give thorough presentations. Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Comprehensive personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing and data base management capabilities (including, but not limited to, such applications as Access, Excel and Word) are required.\n\nTeam Center (Siemens-TCE)\nSQL Development\nAccess Database Development\n.Net Development\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-04 19:19:57", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28440683/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Business Systems Analyst, Senior", "reqid": "12717", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28440683}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Administrative Assistant, Senior\nJob Requisition #: 13132\nDate Posted: 05/03/2012\nCategory: Administrative\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under limited supervision, organizes, plans and performs a variety of secretarial, clerical, and administrative support duties, such as (but not limited to): receiving/screening/directing phone calls/faxes/e-mails; making travel arrangements; scheduling appointments; arranging meetings; preparing correspondence/reports/documents/presentations; collecting/distributing data; and maintaining paper/electronic filing systems. Takes initiative to improve work product and processes. May be accountable for reviewing work of less experienced employees for quality and content. Adapts existing work methods to different situations. Can resolve unusual, nonstandard problems; refers only significant deviations from approved policy/practice to supervisor or more senior level personnel for resolution.\n\nRequirements/Education: High school diploma or other specialized training/equivalent related experience. Typically a minimum of five or more years of progressively more responsible office clerical experience. Complete knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the job; requires a thorough knowledge of the practices and procedures of the function, company products, polices and programs. Incumbents are required to work cooperatively and productively with others. Demonstrated organizational skills, attentiveness to detail, and the ability to work under general supervision is required. Must be adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner while meeting assigned deadlines. Must also have demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational and basic math skills. The comprehensive ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English is also required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech, demonstrated comprehension skills, and demonstrated competence in English spelling, grammar and punctuation. The ability to successfully pass a reading comprehension pre-employment examination is mandatory. The demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is essential. Must be able to use discretion and handle sensitive/confidential information. Demonstrated proficiency in operating a personal computer; the ability to pass a 10 key assessment examination. Must be proficient in using various PC-based software packages including Microsoft Word, Excel, or similar word processing/spreadsheet software. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance; the ability work overtime is also required.\n\nDesired Requirements: An Associates degree in Business Administration, a related field, or equivalent. Previous secretarial experience to department management. Experience in the biotech, bio-instruments, or medical devices industries are also preferred. Previous experience using Microsoft Outlook and the demonstrated ability to use Outlook Scheduler a plus.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-03 20:20:57", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28411520/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Administrative Assistant, Senior", "reqid": "13132", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28411520}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Sr. Manufacturing Eng. Technician\nJob Requisition #: AF13854\nDate Posted: 05/03/2012\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 an experienced, high caliber, Senior Manufacturing Engineering Technician to join our Manufacturing Engineering (ME) team based in Minnetonka. This role will provide engineering technician support to a variety of projects led by Manufacturing Engineers in the ME group. This is a 1st shift, Monday-Friday opportunity with the flexibility to work overtime as needed.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Participate in cross-functional teams to identify, analyze, and implement manufacturing improvements (e.g., processes, yields, and productivity).\n\u2022 Modify existing and design new tooling, fixtures and equipment to support departmental projects.\n\u2022 Develop and execute engineering builds to support process characterization and qualification studies via the completion of process and equipment IQ, OQ and PQ tasks.\n\u2022 Assist in writing technical reports by capturing experimental results, performing design of experiments (DOE), demonstrating technical writing skills and manufacturing documentation.\n\u2022 Summarize, analyze, and provide recommendations from test results.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Two year technical degree.\n\u2022 7+ years of medical device industry experience.\n\u2022 Experience in GMP, ISO, and FDA controlled environments as demonstrated by experience in catheter assembly, equipment qualifications, and performing machine/ process set-ups.\n\u2022 Proficient computer, data analysis and report writing skills.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Experience in tooling and equipment design.\n\u2022 Experience with MS Windows, MS Office, and MS Project.\n\u2022 Intermediate experience working with Wildfire 4.0 or 5.0, Creo Elements/Pro (Pro/Engineer), Solidworks.\n\u2022 Understanding of American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and American Standards Mecahnical Engineers (ASME) and geometric dimension and tolerancing (GD&T) documentation standards.\n\u2022 Working knowledge of Windchill (PDM).\n\u2022 Working knowledge of statistical techniques, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), lean manufacturing and test method validations.\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 Energetic, organized, on-time, and a proven team and individual contributor.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-03 20:19:58", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28411507/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Manufacturing Eng. Technician", "reqid": "AF13854", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28411507}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minneapolis", "description": "Senior Design Assurance Technician\nJob Requisition #: 13148\nDate Posted: 05/03/2012\nCategory: Design Assurance\nLocation: Minneapolis - 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 Design Assurance Quality Technician is responsible for assisting engineers in developing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality technical support within new product development, manufacturing, or system/services support. This position can be based in either Little Canada or Maple Grove but will involve travel between the two facilities.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Monitor and/or perform calibration and maintenance of all test equipment and fixtures\n\u2022 Initiate documentation changes for test equipment, test methods, test protocols, and test reports.\n\u2022 Collect data, summarize, analyze, perform basic statistical analysis on, and document test results.\n\u2022 Assist with or perform Gage R&R studies.\n\u2022 Assist with the selection, installation and programming of precision measuring equipment.\n\u2022 Assist in designing, building, and evaluation of test methods and inspection fixturing, providing improvement recommendations.\n\u2022 Assist in writing, executing and documenting equipment, product, process, and test method verifications, qualifications, and validations.\n\u2022 Support development, maintenance, and improvement of test labs and facilities.\n\u2022 Complete qualification of test equipment.\n\u2022 Train appropriate personnel on use of test equipment.\nMust be able to travel between Minnesota CVD sites, specifically St. Paul, Maple Grove, and Minnetonka.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 High School degree required; 2 year technical degree preferred\n\u2022 7+ years experience\n\u2022 Previous experience in assisting with validations & qualifications, Gage R&R, calibration, test methods\n\u2022 Knowledge of Quality Systems, FDA regulations, ISO 13485 and applicable worldwide regulatory requirements including design controls\n\u2022 Experience with optical measurement equipment, hand tools, gages, pressure and force gage testing, and fixture design\n\u2022 Training in blueprint reading and experience with sampling techniques\n\u2022 Good communication and computer skills, including data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 ASQ CQT certification or equivalent preferred\n\u2022 See Technician Leveling Chart for additional specific criteria\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-03 20:19:50", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28411501/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Design Assurance Technician", "reqid": "13148", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minneapolis, MN", "uid": 28411501}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr. Hardware Assembler\nJob Requisition #: AF13850\nDate Posted: 05/03/2012\nCategory: Assembly\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 Hardware Assembler. The successful candidate will be working directly with the assembly 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 (7a.m.-3:30p.m.), Monday-Friday 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 Coordinates assigned jobs and activities, while including mentoring and cross training others on operation functions.\n\u2022 Train employees on processes (new processes and process changes).\n\u2022 Perform workstation, cell and/or machine setup, test and perform rework procedures.\n\u2022 Understands and accurately completes necessary paperwork.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as: including scheduling, updating metric boards, providing backup for the Supervisor.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or equivalent.\n\u2022 5+ years of hardware and/or electronics assembly experience.\n\u2022 2+ years of medical device industry 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 Strong written and verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with others including, but not limited to Supervisors and Engineers.\n\u2022 Must be computer proficient.\n\u2022 Ability to trouble shoot and problem solve.\n\u2022 Understand lean principle concepts (CCDS \u2013 Certified Cardiac Device Specialist, 5S, Kaizen), and has the ability to identify and continually make suggestions for process improvements.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Demonstrated consistent attainment of established cycle times for all process steps within primary work cell.\n\u2022 Demonstrates a high sense of leadership and ownership in primary work cell.\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\u2022 Must be able and willing to work overtime.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-03 20:19:35", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28411498/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Hardware Assembler", "reqid": "AF13850", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28411498}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Engineering Technician II\nJob Requisition #: NMD3195\nDate Posted: 05/02/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under limited supervision, lays out, builds, tests, troubleshoots, repairs and modifies assemblies, components, and parts of developmental and production product items. Takes initiative to improve work product and processes. Performs relatively complex assignments and solves problems that may have a variety of solutions. Adapts work methods to different situations. Can resolve unusual, nonstandard problems. May serve as lead and assign work to less experienced personnel; review work of lower-level employees for quality and content; serves as a mentor when assisting less-experienced lab staff in solving more complex problems.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Builds prototype, engineering, validation, and qualification units for development of new products and processes. Discusses layout and assembly procedures and problems with engineers and draws sketches to clarify design details and functional criteria of product units. Assembles experimental assemblies or complete prototype model. Recommends changes in components or installation specifications to simplify assembly and maintenance.\n\u2022 Participates in and supports the establishment of test validation plans.\n\u2022 Sets up standard test apparatus or devises test equipment and circuitry to conduct functional, operational, environmental, and life tests to evaluate performance and reliability of prototype or production units.\n\u2022 Interprets test data, analyzes product performance, develops summaries, and assists in the initiation of yield improvements.\n\u2022 Instructs production personnel in the manufacturing and testing of product devices.\n\u2022 Assists engineers in the troubleshooting of failed product and production lines.\n\nOther Functions and Duties:\n\u2022 Supports maintenance activities on designated production equipment.\n\u2022 Assists with and participates in the development of work instructions, technical descriptions for manufacturing, and test operations.\n\u2022 As directed by engineers, provides technical support to production lines.\n\u2022 Performs related duties, on occasion, as assigned or required.\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nWorking under limited supervision, is responsible and accountable for ensuring that production areas are supported as related to test and product performance issues. Working under minimal supervision, is accountable for analytical failure analysis and reporting to ensure identification and correction of function problems and errors.. Does not require instructions for routine assignments; requires some general instructions (written and verbal) for new or special assignments. Errors will have impact on the department. Works is reviewed in progress for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy/accuracy. Uses fundamental technical concepts and practices to sort out information logically, and distinguishes between fact and opinion. Takes initiative to improve work product and processes. May be accountable for reviewing work of less-experienced employees for quality and content. Performs relatively complex assignments and solves problems that may have a variety of solutions. Adapts work methods to different situations. Can resolve unusual, nonstandard problems.\n\nMinimum Educational, Experience or Other Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or equivalent, and trade school certification, specialized training/apprenticeship and/or equivalent in Electronics, Engineering Technology, or specialized training which provides a theoretical understanding of electronic or electro-mechanical disciplines or equivalent.\n\u2022 Typically a minimum of eight or more years of progressively more responsible related work experience required to achieve the level of competency and depth of understanding necessary to perform at this level.\n\u2022 Incumbents are required to work cooperatively and productively with others.\n\u2022 Demonstrated organizational skills, attentiveness to detail, and the ability to work under limited supervision is required.\n\u2022 Must be adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner while meeting assigned deadlines.\n\u2022 Demonstrated eye-hand coordination and the demonstrated hands-on fabrication and test skills, the capability to work with small precision devices, a working knowledge of the manufacturing and test equipment required, and the ability to work independently under limited daily supervision.\n\u2022 Must also have demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational and basic math skills.\n\u2022 The comprehensive ability to read, write, communicate effectively in English, converse in technical terminology, and perform a range of mathematical calculations and measurements is also required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech, demonstrated comprehension skills, and demonstrated competence in English spelling, grammar and punctuation.\n\u2022 The ability to successfully pass a reading comprehension pre-employment examination is mandatory.\n\u2022 The demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is essential.\n\u2022 Must have demonstrated personal computer application skills (e.g. spreadsheet and word-processing).\n\u2022 Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance; the ability to work overtime is also required.\n\u2022 Must have the ability to on occasion lift up to approximately fifty pounds.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Associates degree in Engineering Technology or other relevant discipline.\n\u2022 Technical ingenuity and creativity to support and assist with design work.\n\nRelationships:\nInternal: Routine contact with supervisor and engineers that are being supported. May work with and lead lower level employees. Collaborates with other teams within the department, other departments for requirements, and other sites as necessary. May serve as lead for less experienced employees. May also be part of a project team where frequent exchange of information is required; participates as team member; contributes to achieving team goals.\nExternal: May have contact with vendors or customers at other facilities to support the development or improvement of a product or process.\n\nEquipment:\nWorks with most or all of the manufacturing and quality tools for the product supported. Works with test/analytic equipment utilized in the development of new products. Utilizes a microscope. Uses a personal computer and standard office equipment, e.g., telephone, copier, fax machine, etc.\n\nWorking conditions:\nWork is normally performed in a laboratory environment and in a manufacturing clean room. May work with chemicals to clean and process the product. Some work may need to be performed in a fume hood.\n\nPhysical Demands:\nActivities require a significant amount of sitting, walking and standing relative to interaction with other Company personnel and while standing at test benches and related laboratory stations. Significant use of hands and arms, plus finger dexterity to reach, hold, and manipulate laboratory equipment, tools and machines, and objects under study and development. Significant use of voice and hearing for discussions with engineers, other technicians and related. Requires clear vision (correctable) and excellent hand-eye coordination. Exerts negligible force to move objects. May be required to lift equipment weighing up to approximately fifty pounds and placing it in a storage rack or on test stations.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-02 18:55:33", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28333036/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineering Technician II", "reqid": "NMD3195", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28333036}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Continuous Improvement Engineer\nJob Requisition #: NMD3194\nDate Posted: 05/02/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nOrganizes, plans, facilitates, and participates in key Continuous Improvement (CI) projects and initiatives.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Organizes, plans, facilitates, and participates in key Continuous Improvement (CI) projects and initiatives.\n\u2022 Identifies improvement project opportunities across the organization which could benefit from the utilization of Lean and Six Sigma tools. These tools may include, but are not limited to: Value Analysis, Structured Problem solving approach, and Pareto principle.\n\u2022 Contributes to and may initiate the planning, organizing, performing, coordinating project tasks, and activities\n\u2022 Actively provides support to the CI certification process, Excellence Reviews, and other CI related activities as directed\n\u2022 Supports multiple projects/teams as necessary, ensuring that projects are completed on time while utilizing project management tools and techniques\n\u2022 Provides support to other CI Team members on key breakthrough projects and initiatives\n\u2022 Designs workstations to ensure ergonomics and optimize efficiencies and standard operations\n\u2022 Develops and/or delivers Lean Visual Management and Problem Solving training\n\nOther Functions and Duties:\nSupports 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:\nWorks under general supervision. Follows established procedures. Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment, overall adequacy and accuracy.\n\nExperience and Training:\n\u2022 BS in Industrial Engineering or related field\n\u2022 3+ years demonstrated experience in implementing Lean Production System and Cellular Manufacturing using Kaizen (DMAIC) methodology\n\u2022 Six Sigma Green Belt certified or equivalent demonstrated experience required\n\u2022 Experience working in a cross-functional team environment\n\u2022 Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project proficiency is highly desired\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\nMedical Device experience, specifically active implantables.\n\nRelationships:\nInternal: Primarily internal company contacts.\nExternal: Infrequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts on routine matters.\nEquipment: Utilizes a personal computer and a variety of standard office equipment including telephone, copier, fax, etc.\n\nWork Environment:\nWorks primarily in a standard office environment with air conditioning, good lighting, and moderate noise level. May also visit controlled-environment production area, research labs, testing labs, production and other areas as well as vendor facilities as necessary.\n\nPhysical Demands:\nActivities require a significant amount of sitting, some standing and walking, and, on occasion, travel. Relatively light effort lifting and handling product items, office supplies, and using standard office equipment.\n\nOther Skills/Characteristics:\n\u2022 Skilled verbal and written communicator\n\u2022 Goal/results oriented\n\u2022 Aibility to work independently\n\u2022 Ability to work under pressure and with short deadlines\n\u2022 Ability to multi task various functions and skill sets\n\u2022 Good organizational skills and attention to details\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-02 18:55:28", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28333033/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Continuous Improvement Engineer", "reqid": "NMD3194", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28333033}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Co-op\nJob Requisition #: 13022\nDate Posted: 05/02/2012\nCategory: CO-OP\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nThe Co-op (i.e., Co-operative Education\u201d) program reflects a formal and structured relationship between CRMD and selected colleges and/or universities. The programs role is to provide full- or part-time practical work experience on a short-term temporary basis relevant to students academic programs while meeting the needs of the division for relevant technical and/or administrative support. Using established concepts, knowledge and procedures, performs assignments of various scope and complexity, developing/implementing solutions for routine to complex problems.\n\nRequirements/Education: Student enrollment at a recognized college or university or having applied for graduate studies following completion of contiguous undergraduate studies in a discipline relevant to the interests and needs of the Division. Such enrollment will include the pursuit of college or graduate academic credit through work experience at the Division under a formal agreement between the Company and the student\u2019s university. Demonstrated interest and familiarity with the Medical Device industry as applicable to area of study at college or university. Required to work cooperatively and productively with others. Demonstrated organizational skills and attentiveness to detail is required. Engineering students should have basic engineering design classes and have ability to work in areas of college major on engineering projects. The demonstrated ability to read, write and communicate in English is required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech, demonstrated comprehension skills, and demonstrated competence in English spelling, grammar, and punctuation. The ability to understand and comply with applicable Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company Operating Procedures, processes, policies and rules is required. Demonstrated proficiency in operating a personal computer. Must be proficient in using frequently used personal computer programs (e.g., Excel, Word, or equivalent) and/or be aware of basic engineering applications for the area of major engineering studies. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance; the ability to work overtime is required.\n\nDesired Requirements: Posses\u2019 fundamental knowledge, skills, and abilities consistent with completion of the junior year of academic study or higher. Student must be able to work up to 6 months at our on-site facilities.\n\n1) Good communication and teamwork skills for working with all levels of employment and outside vendors\n2) Needs to know the basics of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint\n3) Familiar with computer aid software such as Pro-engineering and Windchill\n4) Knowledge of drafting techniques and tool design\n5) Familiar with product life cycle programs (Teamcenter)\n6) Proactive and willing to learn new things; Not afraid of new challenges\n7) Ability to multi-task and switch to higher priority tasks with little notice\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-02 18:55:02", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28333006/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Co-op", "reqid": "13022", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28333006}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Sr. Quality Systems Engineer\nJob Requisition #: NMD3196\nDate Posted: 05/02/2012\nCategory: Engineering Quality\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking without appreciable supervision. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Applies advanced engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Initiates the planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing of engineering work. Performs engineering studies. Remains abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.\n\nProvides quality system engineering support to site functions to ensure sub-system implementation complies with the NMD quality system requirements and governing regulations. This includes ensuring that system changes do not have an adverse effect on other sub-systems abilities to meet their requirements.  Provide project management duties of quality system improvement projects.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Collaborate with cross functional management teams to define or improve quality system processes\n\u2022 Determine if organizational units are performing their defined processes and procedures in compliance with the NMD quality system and governing regulations, document deficient conditions\n\u2022 Act as Lead to plan, report on, follow-up and close scheduled and unscheduled quality system projects.\n\u2022 Obtain and analyze objective evidence as a basis for preparing an informed, objective report on the compliance of the process, discuss deficiencies and recommend corrective action, as requested.\n\u2022 Evaluate, or assist in evaluating, the adequacy of the corrective action to improve deficient conditions.\n\u2022 Perform or assists in the performance of special reviews as requested\n\nExperience and Training:\n\u2022 Bachelors degree Quality Engineering or related discipline\n\u2022 5-8 years of experience with quality systems engineering in a regulated (FDA) industry.\n\u2022 Knowledge of FDA CFR part 820, ISO 13485:2003, CMDCAS, AIMD\n\u2022 Project Management experience a plus\n\u2022 Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and interpersonal\n\u2022 Excellent organization and administrative skills\n\u2022 Ability to work independently with minimal supervision\n\u2022 Takes initiative to perform tasks that benefit the organization\n\nOther Skills/Characteristics:\nEquipment: Computer keyboard; standard office equipment\nWorking Conditions: Normal office environment\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-02 18:54:00", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28332987/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Quality Systems Engineer", "reqid": "NMD3196", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28332987}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Engineer II, Design Assurance\nJob Requisition #: 13072\nDate Posted: 05/02/2012\nCategory: Quality Assurance\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under general supervision, prepares and coordinates the qualification testing of potential new products, accessories and components. Provides training to Quality Control Engineers and Inspectors, and to Manufacturing Engineers for the transference of the product into production. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing engineering work. Performs engineering studies. Remains abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.\n\nRequirements/Education: A Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or in a physical science, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of three plus years of progressively more responsible work experience in a high technology manufacturing environment. Broad technical knowledge of the design assurance profession knowledge; expertise in one or more relevant specialties. Familiarity with commodity and off-the-shelf electronic components. Basic familiarity with industry-wide standards for qualifying components and sub-assemblies. Demonstrated experience in the use of common laboratory-type equipment. Demonstrated verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication, interpersonal and presentation skills. Ability to work well with others in various disciplines and at various sites. Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing, and data base management capabilities. Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation. Experience in a regulated medical industry.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-02 18:53:59", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28332985/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer II, Design Assurance", "reqid": "13072", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28332985}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Manager, Senior Product Marketing\nJob Requisition #: 12263\nDate Posted: 05/01/2012\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nActing independently and within broad policy, has primary management responsibility for developing comprehensive and integrated portfolio and commercial strategies within core CRM markets and product segments.  Responsible for early phase product planning activities including business justification, executing and managing implementation of commercial strategies and development and execution of product commercialization plans. Recommends, interprets and implements corporate, division or organizationally specific policies and procedures to accomplish assignments and resolves a broad range of issues and problems. Exercises discretion and sound judgment in planning/organizing work; monitors performance and reports status to management.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors degree in Marketing, Engineering, Business, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of ten plus years of progressively more responsible experience in a Marketing capacity, with focus on strategic product planning and commercial execution.  Requires highly developed leadership skills/experience, including the ability to map task interdependencies, prioritize such tasks, and develop, monitor and live within budgets as well as the demonstrated ability to forecast major milestones. Must be skilled at delegation, follow-up, and team meeting multiple project schedules on time. Advanced evaluation skills, originality and ingenuity are musts as are demonstrated verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication skills (i.e., English grammar and style), negotiation, interpersonal and presentation skills are essential; Must be able to demonstrate advanced personal computer skills including experience with relevant systems/applications, word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access).\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration such as an MBA. Professional certification or designation. Academic courses in leadership, training, Continuous Improvement (CI), cycle time improvement, or related programs preferred.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-02 18:53:58", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28332984/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Manager, Senior Product Marketing", "reqid": "12263", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28332984}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Analyst, Product Surveillance\nJob Requisition #: 13012\nDate Posted: 05/01/2012\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 in St. Paul:\n\nJob Overview\nOverview:\nThe Product Surveillance Analyst is responsible for performing evaluations of returned St. Jude Medical Cardiovascular Division products, including heart valves and valve repair products, and other CVD products as requested. The Analyst coordinates product testing/analysis with other CVD departments and external consultants, prepares technical reports of findings and customer letters, operates and maintains the Product Surveillance Laboratory and equipment, and collects and evaluates analysis information. The PS Analyst monitors product performance as it relates to the evaluation of products and is key in identifying potential areas of concern.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Records condition of returned products including observations, photographs\n\u2022 Coordinates product testing/analysis with other CVD departments and external consultants\n\u2022 Prepares technical reports of analysis/findings\n\u2022 Records evaluation/testing information within the complaint database, as appropriate\n\u2022 Collaborates with cross-functional groups (e.g. Quality Engineers, R&D) on evaluation trends or findings and participates in complaint review groups and risk management activities, as requested\n\u2022 References technical product specifications, Device History Records, or measurements obtained\n\u2022 Utilizes safe biohazard and chemical handling practices at all times\n\u2022 Is diligent in observing for any unusual trends in product complaints\n\u2022 Archives complaint records or returned products & retrieves information on previous investigations\n\u2022 Supports complaint database upgrades and conversions by providing input and performing system testing\n\u2022 Ensures accurate department procedures and work instructions are maintained\n\u2022 Support inspections by external regulatory agencies (e.g. FDA, Notified Body) as requested\n\nRequirements:\n\u2022 Four-year degree in science or technical field, or two-year degree and relevant experience supporting product analysis or complaint handling investigations\n\u2022 Solid written and verbal communication skills\n\u2022 Able to work independently and on teams in a busy department while managing multiple ongoing tasks and investigations simultaneously\n\u2022 Strong problem-solving skills\n\u2022 Strong computer skills\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Medical terminology\n\u2022 Anatomy and physiology\n\u2022 Experience with various lab equipment (e.g. microscopic photography, biological cabinet)\n\u2022 Experience handling biohazard specimens and knowledge of universal precautions\nReport Comments\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-01 19:15:45", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28305216/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Analyst, Product Surveillance", "reqid": "13012", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28305216}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Senior Engineer - Quality\nJob Requisition #: 13093\nDate Posted: 05/01/2012\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:\nSenior Supplier Quality Engineer responsible for activities related to supplier selection and evaluation, material qualification, supplier performance and receiving inspection. Contributes to the development, establishment and maintenance of supplier quality engineering methodologies, systems and practices which meet Cardiovascular Division and regulatory requirements. Primary responsibility is for plastics commodities.\n\nDuties and responsibilities:\n\u2022 Assesses supplier capabilities through direct visits, technical discussions, directed testing and quality system audits.\n\u2022 Manages development of supplied product inspection procedures and first article requirements.\n\u2022 Proactively communicates quality issues to suppliers as needed through supplier quality system audits, supplier corrective action requests and technical discussions.\n\u2022 Contributes to the development, maintenance and improvement of CVD supplier quality program policies, procedures and forms.\n\u2022 Evaluates and develops Supplied Data Agreement partnerships with suppliers.\n\u2022 Provides engineering guidance to CVD Receiving Inspection including statistical analysis, measurement techniques, Gage R&R studies and inspection procedures.\n\u2022 Applies sound engineering analysis and judgment to reduce the need for inspection in accordance to program policies.\n\u2022 Reviews and approves all supplied product drawings and component quality plans.\n\u2022 Works with Manufacturing engineering to assess and address purchased product issues.\n\u2022 Provides project direction, coaching, and mentoring for technical team personnel.\n\u2022 Provides guidance and training to Purchasing, R&D, Manufacturing and Quality engineers in applying program requirements.\n\u2022 Participates and provides engineering ownership for all supplied product Non-Conforming Material Reviews.\n\u2022 Contributes and participates in supplier performance reviews.\n\u2022 Participate in or lead teams in supporting Supplier Assurance program requirements (e.g., represent the Supplier Assurance function as a Core Team Member)\n\u2022 Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues\n\u2022 Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement\n\nMinimum Qualifications:\n\u2022 BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field\n\u2022 5+ years experience preferred\n\u2022 Previous Supplier Quality engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies.\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience preferred with detailed knowledge of FDA and ISO 13485 regulations\n\u2022 Plastics commodity expertise preferred (injection molding and extrusion)\n\u2022 Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 ASQ CQE and CQA certification preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-01 19:14:54", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28305043/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Engineer - Quality", "reqid": "13093", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28305043}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Irvine", "description": "Quality Control Inspector\nJob Requisition #: AF13852\nDate Posted: 05/01/2012\nCategory: Quality Control\nLocation: Irvine - CA - 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 our Atrial Fibrillation Division in Irvine, CA.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Quality Control Inspector. The successful candidate in this position will perform a wide variety of functions, including visual, functional (mechanical/electrical) and dimensional inspections of final product/component/packaging to ensure that products conforms to all specifications, drawings and procedures and be able to utilizing measuring equipment and procedures.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Perform visual, functional (mechanical/electrical) and dimensional inspections of final product/component/packaging to ensure that products conforms to all specifications, drawings and procedures.\n\u2022 Work closely and cooperatively with area Supervisor or Quality Engineer to ensure quality checkpoints are in place as part of the production process and partner with quality work groups on day-to-day problem solving related to product production and process improvement.\n\u2022 Communicate with Quality/Manufacturing Engineering and Management on quality issues.\n\u2022 Practice Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) including documentation practices and proper gowning techniques.\n\u2022 Review device history records for sign-off of completion of operation and accuracy.\n\u2022 When applicable, initiate and complete nonconforming material reports to ensure appropriate disposition of nonconforming material.\n\u2022 Provide and complete required GMP, Issue resolution and task specific training.\n\u2022 Assist in the implementation of changes required.\n\u2022 Support quality inspection functions of other manufacturing cell product lines as needed.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 High School diploma\n\u2022 Prior experience with Quality Control in a manufacturing environment.\n\u2022 Execute test protocols, final inspection testing under engineer supervision.\n\u2022 Be able to communicate ideas effectively both verbally and in writing and to facilitate change.\n\u2022 Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).\n\u2022 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential for success.\n\u2022 Must be able to work well with others in a team environment and have a hands-on approach to problem solving.\n\u2022 Must possess the ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.\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 Experience in an Inspector role.\n\u2022 Prior experience in the medical device industry.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-05-01 19:14:51", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28305015/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Quality Control Inspector", "reqid": "AF13852", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Irvine, CA", "uid": 28305015}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Group Lead - Production\nJob Requisition #: 12937\nDate Posted: 04/30/2012\nCategory: Assembly\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\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\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Manages directly the manufacture of medical device;\n\u2022 Ensures that quality and production goals are met;\n\u2022 Trains production operators on GMP, MP and retrain as needed;\n\u2022 Daily meeting with manufacturing operators for better communication and continuous improvement;\n\u2022 Organizes work schedule, Monitors performance and reports status;\n\u2022 Ensures PM (preventive maintenance) and Calibration stickers are up to date;\n\u2022 5S audit and weekly meeting with other area value stream group-leads in a organization\n\nOther Duties:\n\u2022 BBSP Observation\n\u2022 Help with any employee needs; ( assist with training and employee ESS needs)\n\u2022 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\u2022 Prefer two years of college or equivalent experience.\n\u2022 Prefer one - three years experience as a group-lead in a manufacturing environment.\n\u2022 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\u2022 Computer skills desired in excel Microsoft word and have trained SAP (S2S) software\n\u2022 Ability to effectively work and communicate with others is critical.\n\u2022 Prefer pervious training experience in a manufacturing environment.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-30 18:49:16", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28273661/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Group Lead - Production", "reqid": "12937", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 28273661}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Maple Grove", "description": "Senior Packaging Engineer\nJob Requisition #: 13117\nDate Posted: 04/30/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Maple Grove - 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 Maple Grove.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nSupport packaging and labeling processes for established product lines. Develop packaging and labeling for new products.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022Select, procure, install, and validate packaging and labeling equipment\n\u2022Conduct Process FMEAs\n\u2022Identify and implement packaging/labeling process improvement projects\n\u2022Design, develop and test a wide variety of packaging used for the protection, display, and handling of products.\n\u2022Determine packaging specifications according to the nature of the product, cost limitations, legal requirements, and the type of protection required, considering need for resistance to such external variables as moisture, corrosive chemicals, temperature variations, light, heat, rough handling, and tampering\n\u2022Design package exteriors considering such factors as product identification, sales appeal, aesthetic quality, printing and production techniques\n\u2022Responsibilities include documentation management and an understanding of Good\n\u2022Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)\n\u2022Creation and management of change requests within the document control system (currently Windchill)\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022Packaging Engineering or Mechanical Engineering degree\n\u20225+ years experience in packaging or material handling\n\u2022Medical device experience required\n\u2022Understanding of FDA, GMP, and ISO guidelines\n\u2022Experience with equipment process validation principles as well as engineering documentation practices and statistical process control\n\u2022Requires ability to be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction\n\u2022Requires excellent organization, problem solving, and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-30 18:47:48", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28273621/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Packaging Engineer", "reqid": "13117", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Maple Grove, MN", "uid": 28273621}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr. Verification & Validation Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13851\nDate Posted: 04/30/2012\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 join our Software Verification and Validation team. The Senior Software V&V Engineer will bring a testing expertise to the Verification and Validation of the EnSite system. This high caliber individual will have significant into the 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 team\u2019s investigation of field complaints.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 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\u2022 Participate in the requirements, hazard analysis, and design reviews for new features.\n\u2022 Evaluate, recommend, and employ software tests tools to ensure software quality.\n\u2022 Designs new test suites for new features and functionality.\n\u2022 Provides verification and validation perspective to R&D\u2019s ongoing product development: requirements, product and test designs, defect reviews, user workflows, and field complaint investigations.\n\u2022 Display initiative, leadership and coaching skills in continuous quality and engineering process improvement.\n\u2022 Maintains expert status and continuing proficiency in the field of software test engineering.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent.\n\u2022 7+ years of professional software test engineering experience.\n\u2022 2+ years of FDA regulated industry experience.\n\u2022 Experience with software development lifecycle management tools.\n\u2022 Experience with Windows and LINUX operating systems.\n\u2022 Strong technical skill set, including spreadsheet, word processing, PowerPoint and specialized applications.\n\u2022 Excellent documentation skills in delivering information that adds value to managements decision making process.\n\u2022 Experienced in quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills.\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 Masters degree\n\u2022 Current industry knowledge of electrophysiology and/or cardiac rhythm management products.\n\u2022 Experience with C++, Perl, and Python programming languages.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-30 18:47:03", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28273584/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Verification & Validation Engineer", "reqid": "AF13851", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28273584}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Manager, Software Development\nJob Requisition #: PR8006A\nDate Posted: 04/27/2012\nCategory: Software\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nSoftware Engineering Manager. Lead team of engineers in the testing of applications software for use in cardiac pacing and associated medical systems products, including responsibility for senior-level engineering services involving the specification, implementation and testing of software incorporating graphical user interface designs, embedded real-time applications, test and simulation features, and device subsystems requirements; the formulation of test strategies; the creation of test design documents; the implementation and execution of manual, interactive and automated test processes; the initiation of value-added process improvements for software verification procedures; the direction of verification, validation, configuration management and defect tracking activities; and the use of requirements software tools (including ClearCase, ClearQuest and DOORS), as well as Java- based programs, Visual Studio and graphical user interface (GUI) applications. Either U.S. or foreign Master\u2019s degree in computer engineering or management, and 1 year of experience in the occupation or in a software developer, programmer, programmer trainee or related capacity; or U.S. or foreign Bachelor\u2019s degree in computer engineering or management, and 5 years of progressively responsible experience in the occupation or in a software developer, programmer analyst, programmer trainee or related capacity.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-27 19:58:25", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28240313/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Manager, Software Development", "reqid": "PR8006A", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28240313}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Engineering Tech\nJob Requisition #: NMD3192\nDate Posted: 04/27/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nAssist with PCB design & layout, electrical design support, manufacturing documentation support for design, development and characterization of engineering prototypes and evaluation boards. Preforms various product tests and write reports as required. Analyzes products using appropriate test equipment, schematics and associated documents. Position would require interface with Manufacturing, Quality and other cross functional groups as necessary.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Capture multi-layer, mixed signal PCB designs and packaging of electronic designs per the applicable product design, development and release procedures, and guidelines. Support CAE/CAD component librarians as necessary.\n\u2022 Capture circuit schematics and design PCB layouts per the applicable product design, development and release procedures, and guidelines.\n\u2022 Capture mechanical part and assembly level drawings using a CAD tool\n\u2022 Support R&D, systems integration and systems testing operations by building mechanical assemblies per product drawings, assembling, testing and troubleshooting electronic circuit boards under engineer's supervision and per applicable procedure and guidelines.\n\u2022 Support engineering by assisting in the purchasing of components and equipment\n\nExperience & Training:\n\u2022 Associate\u2019s Degree in Electronics or related experience.\n\u2022 Minimum 2-3 years experience in electronics or computer field. Must have basic knowledge of analog and digital electronics theory. Excellent troubleshooting skills.\n\u2022 Knowledge of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, frequency counters, and logic analyzers. CAD experience for PCB or IC development desired.\n\u2022 Medical device experience valued.\n\u2022 Good manual dexterity; able to solder or probe delicate electronic circuits. Must possess good verbal and written English skills. Strong mechanical /machining skills a plus.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-27 19:58:17", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28240312/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineering Tech", "reqid": "NMD3192", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28240312}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Staff Accountant\nJob Requisition #: NMD3193\nDate Posted: 04/27/2012\nCategory: Finance Accounting\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under general supervision and acting as the subject matter expert, responsible for the control and accountability of fixed assets. Assists in month end close, performs variance analysis of general ledger accounts, performs reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, and may also participate in ad hoc accounting projects. Exercises judgment in planning, organizing and performing work. Interacts with various levels of the organization, providing support and guidance in the area of fixed assets.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Coordinates the capital expenditure approval process. Including review of cost benefit analysis and appropriateness of assumptions made. Provides guidance to requestor where needed.\n\u2022 Performs fixed asset creation & maintenance, to include additions, transfers, and disposals, determination of asset class, cost center, and useful life. This requires an in-depth understanding of the SAP fixed asset module, as well as the application of business judgment based upon an understanding of the company\u2019s business structure and objectives.\n\u2022 Utilizes internal order reporting to monitor capital spend vs. Plan, providing monthly reporting for cost center owners.\n\u2022 Performs & validates monthly depreciation runs.\n\u2022 Performs physical inventory of fixed assets at prescribed intervals.\n\u2022 Assists in month end close, to include journal entry preparation & account analysis.\n\u2022 Performs review/analysis of operating expenses including adjustments and reclassifications.\n\u2022 Performs reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.\n\u2022 Performs vendor master creation and maintenance.\n\u2022 Preparation of ad-hoc reports & analysis upon request.\n\nExperience & Training:\n\u2022 Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.\n\u2022 1-3 years general accounting experience.\n\u2022 Knowledge & understanding of accounting and GAAP.\n\u2022 Experience with ERP systems, SAP preferred.\n\u2022 Proficiency with Microsoft Office, most notably Excel, Word, & Outlook.\n\u2022 Strong analytical skills, with attention to detail.\n\u2022 Strong verbal & written communication skills.\n\u2022 Ability to multitask.\n\u2022 Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-27 19:58:15", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28240311/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Staff Accountant", "reqid": "NMD3193", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28240311}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Engineer - Process Development\nJob Requisition #: 13116\nDate Posted: 04/27/2012\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 catheter based new product development and improve established production processes while enhancing productivity and product quality.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Develop and implement new process and improvements\n\u2022 Coordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of tooling, machinery and test equipment\n\u2022 Work with Product Development to ensure Design for Manufacturability\n\u2022 Provide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians\n\u2022 Conduct Process FMEAs and Process Validations\n\u2022 Interface with vendors for incoming components\n\u2022 Utilize tools like Gage R&R, DOE, Cp, Cpk, and SPC to improve processes\n\u2022 Understand manufacturing concepts like Value Stream mapping, 5S and Visual Workplace to improve quality, labor efficiency, and throughput.\n\u2022 Generate and modify manufacturing process documentation\n\nIndividual should:\n\u2022 Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction\n\u2022 Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skills\n\u2022 Work effectively with cross-functional teams\n\nEducation and/or Experience:\n\u2022 Mechanical Engineering degree required\n\u2022 3+ years related experience\n\u2022 Medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills\n\u2022 Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings\n\u2022 Six Sigma certification preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-27 19:57:38", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28240286/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Process Development", "reqid": "13116", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28240286}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Labeling & Technical Publ Manager II\nJob Requisition #: AF13855\nDate Posted: 04/27/2012\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, Labeling and Technical Publications Manager II to join our organization. Within this role, the primary responsibility is to manage department activities and personnel at one or more sites chartered with managing the creation and maintenance of product and component labels, instructions for use, and other product documentation that comply with regulatory, company, and division requirements. This includes implementing and monitoring associated processes, systems, and equipment. This position provides work direction, performance management, and support to direct reports, administers policies and procedures, and interacts with other managers and functional peers throughout the company at various management levels to ensure processes are efficient, effective, and compliant.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Direct/prioritize department and/or team activities through direct supervision of coordinators, specialists, engineers, technical writers, contractors, and/or team leaders and their team members.\n\u2022 Lead strategic and/or complex tactical initiatives of short to long duration, moderate to high complexity, and/or multi-function, multi-site, or global scope.\n\u2022 Establish best practices by application of experience, benchmarking, networking, and continuous learning.\n\u2022 Ensure organization business value through understanding of customer needs, business objectives, regulatory requirements, and continuous improvement opportunities.\n\u2022 Manage employee and organization performance and development through objectives alignment with business goals, coaching, mentoring, and metrics.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Business, or other relevant field.\n\u2022 3+ years supervisory and/or project management experience.\n\u2022 5+ years medical device experience working with product labeling, packaging, and/or global regulatory requirements.\n\u2022 Effective organizational skills, ability to coordinate multiple tasks, manage priorities and yet exhibit critical detail orientation.\n\u2022 Excellent communication skills as recognized by team members and management.\n\u2022 Ability to bridge communication between technical and business areas for a full and complete understanding of expectations.\n\u2022 Demonstrated project management skills, able to handle complex tasks with little or no direction\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building cross-functional relationships and groups.\n\u2022 Energized attitude to drive effective results, as recognized by peers and project team customers.\n\u2022 Strong understanding of FDA and ISO quality system requirements\n\u2022 Excellent logical, analytical, and problem solving skills\n\u2022 Skilled user of MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint\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 Skilled user of labeling\n\u2022 ERP (SAP preferred)\n\u2022 PDM (Windchill preferred) systems\n\u2022 Experience implementing content management systems such as Arbortext\n\u2022 Experience with projects involving international stakeholders\n\u2022 Certification or advanced degree in Project Management, Technical Communications, Packaging, or Regulatory Affairs\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-27 19:57:04", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28240257/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Labeling & Technical Publ Manager II", "reqid": "AF13855", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28240257}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Production Planner\nJob Requisition #: 13089\nDate Posted: 04/27/2012\nCategory: Materials\nLocation: Arecibo - - 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\nThe primary function/purpose of this job:\nPlans, prepares, issues and controls production schedules. Also, coordinates according materials requirements to assure a controlled flow of approved materials timed to meet production requirements. Advices management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to assure that personnel, equipment, materials and services are provided as needed. Schedules equipment and personnel, confirms material supply and demands, prepares work orders or purchase requests for purchase of components or parts based on a master production schedule, shop load and inventory requirements. Coordinates interdepartmental activity with quality assurance, manufacturing, purchasing, engineering, inventory control, traffic, etc. Schedules and expedites the movement of parts by means of move orders, stock transfers and requests for shipping orders.\n\n\nQUALIFICATIONS:\nBachelor Degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related field. Three to five years of experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred Knowledge in GMP/ISO9002). Must have good verbal and written communication in English and Spanish. Must have working knowledge in materials/manufacturing systems. Must have leadership/interpersonal skills. Computer Knowledge in programs as; (Excel, Word & Power Point).\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-27 19:56:55", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28240254/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Production Planner", "reqid": "13089", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 28240254}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Sr. Software Development Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13663\nDate Posted: 04/27/2012\nCategory: Software Engineering\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 Software Engineer to meet our standard product development needs as well as increase our ability to deliver integrated hardware and software solutions to meet our project specific requirements.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 The Senior R&D Software Engineer designs and develops application software for RF ablation systems.\n\u2022 This role writes product requirement documents, designs, develops code, unit tests and helps out the verification team.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering\n\u2022 7 + years hands-on development experience with real-time embedded hardware, software design and development, and programming experience in C/C++, QT, Object Oriented programming with knowledge of Hardware interfaces and microprocessors\n\u2022 Experience with Linux, or other real time operation system, OS kernel module, device driver development\n\u2022 Familiarity with software configuration and software defect tracking systems\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks\n\u2022 Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with associates at all levels of the organization, vendors and other SJM entities\n\u2022 Adaptability to frequent change in the work environment\n\u2022 Ability to prioritize responsibilities and ensure deadlines are met\n\u2022 Proficient working knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Project\n\u2022 Experience with 3D image processing, registration and rendering software design, Wireless protocols\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 Masters degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering\n\u2022 Experience with RTOS, debugging tools and good software development processes\n\u2022 Working knowledge of entire software development and test cycle with at least one complete FDA regulated medical device product development cycle. Knowledge of applicable international regulations and standards (QSR, ISO 13485, ISO14971)\n\u2022 Formal training in Program/Project Management or Program Management Professional Certification\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-27 19:56:25", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28240250/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Software Development Engineer", "reqid": "AF13663", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 28240250}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Supply Chain Analyst\nJob Requisition #: NMD3190\nDate Posted: 04/26/2012\nCategory: Operations\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Supply Chain Analyst will support a multi-plant leading medical device manufacturer. The Supply Chain Analyst will be responsible for bridging the gap between Demand Planning and Production Scheduling, developing appropriate models, data analysis, and reporting/communication systems. The role will centralize around capacity planning, inventory planning, and management of the SAP APO SNP module which drives production plans for all customer facing products.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Manage the SAP APO SNP module to ensure finished goods production plans are clearly communicated and prioritized appropriately\n\u2022 Develop and improve the capacity planning process highlighting future capacity constraints from production or external suppliers\n\u2022 Report changes in forecast, inventory, or other factors leading to changes in production and communicate to the business the strategy to overcome the change\n\u2022 Continue to improve inventory reporting across the organization including report automation, inventory adherence, and inventory tracking\n\u2022 Serve as the functional lead for all IT initiatives as they pertain to production planning\n\u2022 Play a key role in developing the S&OP process while providing information for each meeting\n\u2022 Communicate the needs of the business to external production facilities to ensure alignment across the organization\n\u2022 Ensure the production team is informed of changes in forecast and net requirements so resources can be adequately planned\n\u2022 Create business case justification for supply chain projects as it pertains planning, production, and inventory\n\u2022 Monitor all ordering for international geographies using SAP and work collaboratively with the country to determine order size and justifying the quantities\n\u2022 Work with the St Jude sales division to ensure inventory is balanced and ordering is achievable\n\u2022 Support all projects for production, procurement, and planning which includes: IT initiatives, process improvement, and Lean projects\n\u2022 Deliver weekly PSI\u201d reports to production schedulers and highlight concerns\n\u2022 Manage the SNP alerts to ensure the supply chain is balanced\n\u2022 Manage engineering requests for product and enter orders accordingly\n\nOther Duties:\n\u2022 Support Divisional initiatives as identified by management in support of Quality Management Systems,\n\u2022 Environmental Management Systems, and regulatory requirements\n\u2022 Continually identify opportunities for improvement\n\nExperience & Training:\n\u2022 Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or other related field\n\u2022 MBA or MS in a related field a plus\n\u2022 Minimum 5 years experience in a Supply Chain Strategy or Supply Chain Analyst role with a Fortune 500 organization\n\u2022 SAP/APO/DP, Manugistics, or Oracle experience in a production environment preferred\n\u2022 Familiar with Business Objects, SAP BW, or Cognos reporting\n\u2022 VBA and/or SQL programming skill set preferred\n\u2022 Ability to use Microsoft Excel and Access at an advanced level\n\u2022 Ability to communicate clearly to the executive levels\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-26 18:12:37", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28203447/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Supply Chain Analyst", "reqid": "NMD3190", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28203447}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Technical Marketing Manager\nJob Requisition #: 13102\nDate Posted: 04/26/2012\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary: This position is responsible for the management of the department's Technical Marketing function, including establishing and esuring the department's Technical objectives, product planning process and executing field related programs.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022Works effectively on Core Teams in support of new technology, provides support to Research and Development, and the sales force as needed to help develop new product iterations, and provides technical support. Provide Product feedback, comments and suggestions and Competitive information, and work with clinical and marketing on the development of educational modules and materials.\n\u2022Partner with U.S. Sales Division and International Sales Division to determine technical customer requirements for service and support.\n\u2022Establish Technical Marketing project priorities and allocate resources and workload\n\u2022Be conversant with worldwide product portfolio, recommending product additions, deletions, new product ventures and field technical direction\n\u2022Input to product planning, including product phase-in and phase-out\n\u2022Provide support for DICOM related issues\n\u2022Ensure appropriate training and education is provided to those personnel that are involved in the use or application of division products\n\u2022Liaison with other departments (e.g., Quality, R&D , Legal, Operations, Marketing and Clinical Affairs) for division-wide initiatives\n\u2022Prepare and manage annual department budget\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022Bachelor's degree; MBA preferred\n\u202210+ years experience\n\u2022Extensive experience with Technical interface with US and global customers\n\u2022Strong interpersonal and people management skills\n\u2022Strong analytical and project management skills\n\u2022Ability to travel up to 60%\n\nRequired:\n\u2022Degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences, Nursing, or a related field.\n\u2022A minimum of five to seven years of relevant field service and/or clinical experience in hospital enviroment, research, or cardiology, preferably cardiac catheterization laboratory experience.\n\u2022Preferred minimum of three to five years experience as a field clinical specialist or engineer.\n\u2022Needs to have a working knowledge of imaging modalities.\n\u2022DICOM knowledge is essential to position.\n\u2022Requires demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees, management and customers.\n\u2022Documented record of delivering information that adds value to management's decision making process.\n\u2022Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing, email, database management, PowerPoint and specialized applications.\n\u2022Evaluation, originality and/or ingenuity required.\n\u2022Ability to travel (domestic and internationally) up to 70% and to travel with minimum notice, with the potential for extended periods (up to a week).\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-26 18:12:36", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28203445/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technical Marketing Manager", "reqid": "13102", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 28203445}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13853\nDate Posted: 04/26/2012\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 and team oriented Assembler for our high-tech cardiovascular medical device products. Duties in this role will include detailed assembly, operation of various equipment and machinery, 100% inspection, and packaging. This position includes a 4 day work week, Monday \u2013 Thursday, 10 hours each day for 1st shift.\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 Performs general housecleaning activities.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as training support as defined by area Group Leader.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\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 Clear verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized and team player attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or GED equivalent.\n\u2022 6+ months of medical device or high-tech industry assembly experience.\n\u2022 Experience with using a microscope.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-26 18:12:24", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28203444/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 1st Shift", "reqid": "AF13853", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28203444}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Director Mechanical Engineering\nJob Requisition #: NMD3189\nDate Posted: 04/25/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Director of Mechanical Engineering is responsible for effectively leading multi-project product development and implementation efforts of the organization, including management of the financial and technical resources required to accomplish specific mechanical engineering assignments. This individual will provide technical leadership, detailed project planning, and overall organization of group resources to facilitate the engineering of products and processes that meet corporate quality, cost, and scheduling objectives.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Responsible for hiring and retaining a diverse, highly qualified staff and for providing career coaching, growth and personal development. Set standards of technical competency and skill development. Create 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 Model optimum leadership competencies to inspire an energized, empowered and accountable work force and maintain a strong customer focus. Model ethical behavior, present a favorable community image and actualize ANS management values.\n\u2022 Remain current on developments in field(s) of expertise, regulatory requirements, as well as industry trends. Maintain knowledge of current and novel technology through literature, trade journals, university associations, and by attending scientific conferences. Actively pursue development of corporate intellectual property.\n\u2022 Manage Mechanical Engineering resources to accomplish multi-project product research and development.\n\u2022 Establish & enforce procedures to ensure that all products developed meet applicable FDA requirements.\n\u2022 Provide senior management with strategic information, operating plans, and budget requirements, relating to current product development. Work towards the identification of future product opportunities.\n\u2022 Maintain interdepartmental communications to ensure that Mechanical Engineering project activities and goals are effectively communicated and representative of corporate goals.\n\u2022 Provide Mechanical Engineering support and resources as necessary to identify and resolve problems related to the introduction and transition of new product throughout Marketing, Quality, Regulatory, and Manufacturing.\n\nExperience and Training:\n\u2022 Bachelors degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering.\n\u2022 Ten years minimum experience in engineering and product development with demonstrated capability and thorough understanding of the product development process. Experience in the medical device industry is preferred.\n\u2022 Five years minimum direct personnel management and related project leadership experience.\n\u2022 Requires highly developed leadership skills and experience, 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 skilled at delegation, follow-up, and team building.\n\u2022 Demonstrated knowledge of sound design principles, regulatory requirements, and product and process validation procedures.\n\u2022 Demonstrated proficiency with computer aided design software and hardware familiarity. Formal training on systems and software is desired.\n\nOther Characteristics:\n\u2022 Individual must be highly motivated and resourceful.\n\u2022 Individual must possess excellent interpersonal skills and have demonstrated ability to motivate technical personnel.\n\u2022 Individual must be comfortable in clinical surroundings and be able to communicate effectively with Physicians and Field personnel. Exemplary analytical, organizational, written and oral communication skills are a must.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-25 19:45:13", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28179862/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Director Mechanical Engineering", "reqid": "NMD3189", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28179862}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Quality Engineer II\nJob Requisition #: NMD3188\nDate Posted: 04/25/2012\nCategory: Engineering Quality\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\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\u2022 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\u2022 Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n\u2022 Assist in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues\n\u2022 Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues\n\u2022 Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement\n\u2022 Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports\n\u2022 Lead process control and monitoring of Critical to Quality parameters and specifications\n\u2022 Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances\n\u2022 Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)\n\u2022 Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis\n\u2022 Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation\n\u2022 Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities\n\nOther Duties:\n\n\u2022 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:\nSupervision will be from Senior or Principal Quality Engineers or Quality Manager\n\nRelationships:\nInternal: Manufacturing Engineering / Production Management / Regulatory Affairs / Product Surveillance / Design Assurance / Research and Development\nExternal: Suppliers\n\nEquipment: Equipment will be Quality Inspection equipment such as micrometers, tool scopes, vision systems, and tensile test systems.\n\nWorking Conditions: The work environment will be mixed between office environments to production shop floor. The production shop floor may include large heavy equipment in warehouse type environment to clean rooms with clean room gowning.\n\nPhysical Demands: Average eye-sight, ability to lift 20 lbs\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred\n\u2022 2-5 years experience\n\u2022 Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies\n\u2022 Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971\n\u2022 Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n\u2022 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\u2022 Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-25 19:45:10", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28179860/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Quality Engineer II", "reqid": "NMD3188", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28179860}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Senior Quality Engineer\nJob Requisition #: NMD3186\nDate Posted: 04/25/2012\nCategory: Engineering Quality\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\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\u2022 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\u2022 Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n\u2022 Lead, coach, and mentor non-exempt and entry level exempt personnel\n\u2022 Assist in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues\n\u2022 Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues\n\u2022 Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement\n\u2022 Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports\n\u2022 Lead process control and monitoring of Critical to Quality parameters and specifications\n\u2022 Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances\n\u2022 Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)\n\u2022 Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis\n\u2022 Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation\n\u2022 Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities\n\nOther Duties:\n\n\u2022 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:.\nSupervision will be from Principal Quality Engineers or Quality Manager\n\nRelationships:\nInternal: Manufacturing Engineering / Production Management / Regulatory Affairs / Product Surveillance / Design Assurance / Research and Development\nExternal: Suppliers\n\nEquipment:\nEquipment will be Quality Inspection equipment such as micrometers, tool scopes, vision systems, and tensile test systems.\n\nWorking Conditions:\nThe work environment will be mixed between office environments to production shop floor. The production shop floor may include large heavy equipment in warehouse type environment to clean rooms with clean room gowning.\n\nPhysical Demands:\nAverage eye-sight, ability to lift 20 lbs\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred\n\u2022 5+ years experience\n\u2022 Demonstrated supervisory experience preferred\n\u2022 Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies\n\u2022 Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971\n\u2022 Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n\u2022 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\u2022 Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-25 19:44:58", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28179857/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Quality Engineer", "reqid": "NMD3186", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28179857}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Senior Quality Engineer\nJob Requisition #: NMD3187\nDate Posted: 04/25/2012\nCategory: Engineering Quality\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\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\u2022 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\u2022 Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n\u2022 Lead, coach, and mentor non-exempt and entry level exempt personnel\n\u2022 Assist in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues\n\u2022 Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues\n\u2022 Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement\n\u2022 Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports\n\u2022 Lead process control and monitoring of Critical to Quality parameters and specifications\n\u2022 Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances\n\u2022 Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)\n\u2022 Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis\n\u2022 Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation\n\u2022 Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities\n\nOther Duties:\n\n\u2022 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:.\nSupervision will be from Principal Quality Engineers or Quality Manager\n\nRelationships:\nInternal: Manufacturing Engineering / Production Management / Regulatory Affairs / Product Surveillance / Design Assurance / Research and Development\nExternal: Suppliers\n\nEquipment:\nEquipment will be Quality Inspection equipment such as micrometers, tool scopes, vision systems, and tensile test systems.\n\nWorking Conditions:\nThe work environment will be mixed between office environments to production shop floor. The production shop floor may include large heavy equipment in warehouse type environment to clean rooms with clean room gowning.\n\nPhysical Demands:\nAverage eye-sight, ability to lift 20 lbs\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred\n\u2022 5+ years experience\n\u2022 Demonstrated supervisory experience preferred\n\u2022 Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies\n\u2022 Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971\n\u2022 Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n\u2022 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\u2022 Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-25 19:44:58", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28179858/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Quality Engineer", "reqid": "NMD3187", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28179858}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Engineer II, Software (requirements)\nJob Requisition #: 12775\nDate Posted: 04/23/2012\nCategory: Software\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nOur Software Requirements Engineering team within the Cardiac Rhythm Management Division located in the suburbs of Los Angeles, CA is seeking talented and skilled Requirements Engineers. The successful candidate for this position will:\n\nGather, analyze, and document detailed software requirements for external instruments supporting implantable cardiac devices, and/or remote patient monitoring and patient care management systems for these devices\nWrite detailed software requirements specifications that describe use cases, functional, user interface, performance, data, and interface requirements\nAnalyze trade-offs between system and clinical requirements, hardware and software architectural constraints, technical capability, and project cost / schedule\nPerform requirements traceability to system-level requirements, and participate in system / software risk assessment activities\nCultivate strong customer and interdisciplinary relationships to acquire product requirements and share information with others to validate assumptions\nApply software engineering principles and techniques to solve complex technical problems, identifying potential areas of concern and improvements to products and processes\nCreate and update process definition documentation, including process descriptions, technical specifications, and process models\nSupport the creation of documents necessary for submission to regulatory agencies\n\nRequires a BS/MS Engineering-related (EE, CS, or BioMedical) degree and 3+ years of direct experience in requirements engineering discipline. Qualified applicants must have excellent verbal, written, comprehension, analytical, presentation and interpersonal skills. Applicants should have theoretical knowledge and practical experience in software engineering and requirements elicitation methodologies.\n\nAdditionally, experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:\n\n\u2022 Cellular communications technology\n\u2022 Database modeling / relational databases\n\u2022 High fidelity UI mockup creation using Fireworks and/or Dreamweaver\n\u2022 Requirements and/or architectural modeling techniques (e.g. UML)\n\u2022 Requirements management and defect tracking tools (e.g. DOORS, Clearquest)\n\u2022 Working with Class III cardiac medical devices\n\u2022 Software lifecycle processes in a highly regulated environment (FDA, ISO, and other regulatory bodies)\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-23 20:19:12", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28080470/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer II, Software (requirements)", "reqid": "12775", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28080470}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Sr. Engineer - Software\nJob Requisition #: 12961\nDate Posted: 04/23/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPOSITION SUMMARY:\nWork under the direction of principal engineers to design and develop software for the Lightlab family of cardiovascular imaging products in a FDA regulated environment. Duties include: contribute to requirements specifications and design documentation, implement and test software code, investigate and debug software problems.\n\nREQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILL QUALIFICATIONS:\nMinimum 7 years experience in software engineering, in all phases of software development development process.\nExpert in C++ programming language\nExpert in object oriented software design\nExperience designing and implementing real time and/or high performance systems\nExperience with Microsoft Windows software development environment\n\nDESIRED SKILLS:\nExperience designing and implementing user interfaces.\nExperience interfacing with hardware devices\nExperience with data acquisition systems\nExperience in medical device industry\nExperience in FDA (or other) regulated development environment\nExperience in medical imaging\n\nEDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:\nBS in computer science, electrical engineering or other related engineering discipline\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-23 20:19:12", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28080471/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Engineer - Software", "reqid": "12961", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 28080471}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Machinist\nJob Requisition #: 13027\nDate Posted: 04/23/2012\nCategory: Production\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 is a Second Shift position.\n\nSets up, calibrates, and operates metal fabricating equipment.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Set up, calibrate, and operate machining equipment used to produce or modify parts or products.\n\u2022 Inspect machining operations and finished product against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools.\n\u2022 Determine and correct minor machine malfunctions.\n\u2022 Perform routine maintenance and cleaning on machines and equipment\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Two year technical degree in Machining or 5 years experience in a machine shop required\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-23 20:18:57", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28080464/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Machinist", "reqid": "13027", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28080464}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Software Engineer - Senior\nJob Requisition #: 12982\nDate Posted: 04/23/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nIntravascular Optical Coherence Tomography (IVOCT) is a new imaging modality capable of providing high resolution images of arterial vessels. The need for fast and reliable interpretation of these images is becoming increasingly important as they can provide potentially life saving information. Relying solely on human interpretation can be expensive and time consuming, not to mention prone to inconsistency and errors.\n\nWe are seeking a talented individual to join our development efforts in the design and implementation of different image segmentation and characterization algorithms. As a member of our group, independent and collaborative work are both expected during the development and implementation of new algorithms. The successful candidate should be able to understand requirements, objectively analyze problems and efficiently design and implement solutions as well as clearly document his work.\n\nRequirements\n- Strong C/C++ skills.\n- Demonstrated experience with applied image processing and/or analysis.\n- A degree (preferably graduate degree) in Computer Science or any related area.\n- At least 5 years of commercial development experience (preferably on a windows platform).\n- Experience with SIMD CPU and/or GPU programming is a plus.\n- Familiarity with source control and bug tracking tools.\n- Good English communication skills, oral, reading and writing (should be comfortable reading scientific publications).\n- Ability to work both autonomously and within a team.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-23 20:18:42", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28080448/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Software Engineer - Senior", "reqid": "12982", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 28080448}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "VP - R&D\nJob Requisition #: 12984\nDate Posted: 04/23/2012\nCategory: Research\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nVP of R&D\nPosition Summary:\nResponsible for defining strategic product goals for the division and for directing the R&D department. Establishes current and long range objectives, plans and policies. Provides guidance for the design and development of company products. Works closely with Regulatory Affairs/Quality Assurance personnel (internal or external) to determine appropriate regulations and maintain regulatory compliance. Leads the cultural development of the department to provide a positive work environment. The Vice President is also responsible for following established quality system practices.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022Establish the strategic direction of CVD Massachusetts R&D function to ensure new product development enhancing St. Jude's market position.\n\u2022Establish product development milestones and long term strategic product plan to meet the evolving clinical and economic requirements of diverse global healthcare systems.\n\u2022Represent the company as appropriate in its relationships with major customers, suppliers, competitors, government agencies, professional societies and similar groups.\n\u2022Determine and monitor the department's financial requirements, ensure budget and organizational adequacy.\n\u2022Identify and interface with customers to bring customer requirements to employees of St. Jude Medical.\n\u2022Establishes and maintains an effective system of communications throughout the company to ensure department milestones and contributions are achieved and appropriately understood.\n\u2022Plan for the development of people and maintains programs which will encourage successful future management of business.\n\u2022Participate in the assessment of new technologies and companies outside of St. Jude Medical.\n\u2022Contribute to the development and expansion of the Company's intellectual property assets.\n\u2022Ensures quality compliance through leadership and compliance in all product development activities.\n\u2022Monitor the effectiveness of the quality system as it pertains to R&D and modify/update the procedures as needed together with quality system management.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022A four-year degree in Science or Engineering, or a field related to the medical device industry; Advanced degree preferred.\n\u202215-20+ years of experience in the medical device industry.\n\u2022Successful product development and release track record of complex medical devices: Capital equipment, Catheters, Software\n\u2022Experience leading and/or managing a medical device engineering team.\n\u2022Experience in developing and building a company in a fast-paced, speed to market culture.\n\u2022Excellent written communication skills and interpersonal skills.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-23 20:18:15", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28080437/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "VP - R&D", "reqid": "12984", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 28080437}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Supervisor - Quality\nJob Requisition #: 12983\nDate Posted: 04/23/2012\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary: The Quality Supervisor position is responsible for managing the daily quality inspection and QA release activites to support operations.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Provide daily supervision, work direction and training to staff at multiple sites.\n\u2022 Develop and maintain a competent work group through effective hiring, communications, recognition, performance feedback and development.\n\u2022 Monitors, directs and prioritizes workload to assure customer requests and expectations are met.\n\u2022 Works directly with operation to support production goals and contribute to production planning for appropriate allocation of resources.\n\u2022 Support all facilities as necessary via training and troubleshooting document control. Contributes to establishing departmental goals and objectives.\n\u2022 Provide support to other departments as required.\n\u2022 Provide department status updates to Management.\n\u2022 Identify and provide solutions to improvement opportunities.\n\u2022 Resolve conflicts.\n\u2022 Motivate team to achieve results.\n\u2022 Foster a culture of continuous improvement.\n\u2022 Write monthly report to communicate status of goals and objectives to Management.\n\u2022 Ensure departmental compliance to procedures.\n\u2022 Maintain departmental procedures to ensure compliance.\n\nOther Duties:\n\n\u2022 Support divisional initiatives as defined by management, Quality Management Systems and Environmental Management systems as well as other regulatory requirements.\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\n\u2022 Resolve conflicts between department members and customers.\n\u2022 Receives monthly direction from Documentation\n\nRelationships: Describe contacts and purpose of relationships.\nInternal: All departments.\nExternal: Suppliers of imaging services.\n\nEquipment:\n\u2022 Computers, scanners, printers, copiers\n\u2022 Standard office software programs\n\u2022 ERP databases (SAP)\n\u2022 PDM\n\nWorking Conditions:\n\u2022 General office environments.\n\nPhysical Demands:\n\u2022 See ADA Factors\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 5+ years supervisor experience\n\u2022 High school degree required; Bachelors degree preferred\n\u2022 Previous Quality inspection, technician or engineering experience required\n\u2022 Knowledge of FDA, GMP, and ISO 13485\n\u2022 Strong communication and leadership skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n\u2022 Be able to direct or guide departmental personnel.\n\u2022 Solid computer skills and report writing skills\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-23 20:18:14", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28080435/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Supervisor - Quality", "reqid": "12983", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 28080435}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Reimbursement Specialist\nJob Requisition #: 13075\nDate Posted: 04/23/2012\nCategory: Reimbursement\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under general supervision, collaborates with others to support internal and external customers for Reimbursement. Supports department in reimbursement clinical trial budgetary process. Insures that Clinical Trial compensation processes adhere to Company policies and meet compliance standards. Responsible for assisting sites in the appeal process, and other related matters utilizing a very specialized knowledge of the Medicare Reimbursement procedures as well as private payers. Conducts data analysis utilizing Medicare data, procedure codes, hospital payment codes and other claims data. Promotes the process of continuous quality improvement and applies clinical principles to the solutions for technical issues. Exercises considerable judgment in planning and organizing work.\n\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Bachelors Degree inof Science, or Nursing Degree, or equivalent academic discipline. A minimum of three years of analytical experience involving coverage policies, procedures, and regulations, including but not limited to: Clinical and AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. Demonstrate a working knowledge of coding, Diagnostic Related Group (DRG) assignments, Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) categorization and process. Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state and industry rules and regulations governing technical aspects of reimbursement and compliance. National and Local Coverage Policies (NCD and LCD) Requires highly developed leadership skills/experience sufficient to assume the responsibilities of this management position, including the ability to map task interdependencies, multi-task, prioritize such task, meet deadlines, and develop, monitor and live within budgets as well as the demonstrated ability to forecast major milestones. Demonstrated verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication, negotiation, interpersonal and presentation skills are essential. Demonstrated discretion in exercising work assignments and handle sensitive/confidential information in an effective manner. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet skills, word processing, database management and other relevant applications.\n\nDesired Requirements: Previous related experience in reimbursement for medical device, or pharmaceutical company. Registered nurse, legal, clinical research associate experience desired\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-23 20:17:54", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28080425/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Reimbursement Specialist", "reqid": "13075", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 28080425}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Senior IT Business Analyst\nJob Requisition #: 13033\nDate Posted: 04/23/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\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: Provides leadership and direction to and works with business customers in identifying and fulfilling their informational needs. Functions as a project leader for system analysis, design, development and implementation assignments.\n\nEssential Functions:\nProvides application development support and coordination primarily to the Clinical organization by:\n\u2022 Facilitating meetings in the business area to review business processes and identify information system requirements and/or needs.\n\u2022 Making appropriate recommendations for continuing, modifying, or abandoning proposed projects and/or systems based on the results of feasibility studies and/or cost/benefit analyses.\n\u2022 Maintaining and documenting the logical and physical data models including data flow diagrams.\n\u2022 Developing business process flows and data models required by the department methodology for new system development or for process redesign.\n\u2022 Preparing project and system documentation consistent with standards and procedures outlined in the development methodologies.\n\nProvides project management support as a leader or member of a project team:\n\u2022 Develops project plans, work breakdown structures and task dependencies, communication plans, etc., according to the development methodologies.\n\u2022 Manages project activities and motivates members of the project team.\n\u2022 Provides updates and thorough communication to the project team, information systems and the impacted business areas.\n\u2022 Coordinates the implementation of information systems with IS personnel and members of the impacted business areas.\n\nProvides coaching and training support:\n\u2022 Maintains proficiency in the tool sets used within the supported business areas.\n\u2022 Supports the business areas in their tool sets, including training and developing subject matter experts within the supported business areas.\n\u2022 Conducts training that quickly prepares participants to use a maximum of system features.\n\nMaintains relationships and communications with business and IS units:\n\u2022 Keeps informed of trends and new developments in technology to better advise management of means to accomplish business and information systems goals.\n\u2022 Understands the various business entities, their information systems developed by IS, and the applications that they developed on their own.\n\u2022 Serves as a liaison between IS and the supported business areas.\n\u2022 Communicates effectively with management to enhance their understanding of the opportunities and limitations of information systems.\n\u2022 Provides effective written and verbal communications.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 This person must have excellent communication and customer service skills and strong leadership and team motivation skills in order to manage work that requires effective delivery to internal SJM customers.\n\u2022 This includes bridging communication between technical areas and business areas for a full and complete understanding of expectations.\n\u2022 Five to seven years business analyst experience or equivalent gained through a combination of formal training and progressive work experience, including project management experience in Clinical or a related function.\n\u2022 Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science or related field is preferred.\n\u2022 MBA a plus.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-23 20:17:20", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28080404/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior IT Business Analyst", "reqid": "13033", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28080404}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Senior Accountant\nJob Requisition #: NMD3185\nDate Posted: 04/20/2012\nCategory: Finance Accounting\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking without appreciable supervision, assist in all aspects of month-end close, performs variance analysis of General Ledger accounts, performs reconciliation of more complex balance sheet accounts, responsibility for intercompany activity & reconciliations. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Exercises judgment in planning, organizing and performing work; monitors performance and reports status to manager. Assures that quality of services meets internal and external customer requirements. Interacts with various levels within organization, providing support and direction in the area of general accounting. Remains current on developments in field(s) of expertise.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Assist in month end close, to include journal entry preparation & account analysis.\n\u2022 Perform review/analysis of operating expenses, working with cost center owners to identify trends and required adjustments/reclassifications.\n\u2022 Reconciliation of complex balance sheet accounts, including but not limited to accruals for: Benefits, Wages, Royalties, Warranties and Legal.\n\u2022 Intercompany manual billings & reconciliations, both US and International.\n\u2022 Provides support to the financial planning group in the budgeting/forecast process.\n\u2022 Provides guidance for Staff Accountant and serves as backup for fixed asset accounting duties.\n\u2022 Responsible for completion of Government surveys for submission to Corporate.\n\u2022 Preparation of ad-hoc reports & analysis upon request.\n\nExperience & Training:\n\u2022 Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.\n\u2022 5-7 years of progressively more responsible general accounting experience.\n\u2022 Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.\n\u2022 Must have a strong knowledge of accounting & understanding of GAAP principles.\n\u2022 Must have experience with significant ERP systems (SAP preferred).\n\u2022 Knowledge of Hyperion reporting tool is preferred, but not required.\n\u2022 Microsoft Office proficiency, stressing advanced Excel skills.\n\u2022 Strong analytical skills, with strong attention to detail.\n\nOther Skills/Characteristics:\n\u2022 Strong verbal & written communication skills.\n\u2022 Ability to multitask and manage a diverse workload.\nEffective interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-21 19:01:51", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28061179/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Accountant", "reqid": "NMD3185", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 28061179}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Clinical Research Associate\nJob Requisition #: 12963\nDate Posted: 04/20/2012\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 will manage and execute assigned clinical studies with guidance. This will include Support professionalism and scientific expertise of department.\n\nResponsibilities:\nManages assigned clinical study centers\nSets up sites: clinical research agreements, site budgets, IRB Approvals, etc\nPrepares and maintains case report forms, informed consent and other specialized documents for clinical investigations\nConduct study training or other formal training at site and at the study team level\nAssists Regulatory in annual report and progress reports to the FDA\nReviews data forms and DCF generation\nResponsible for data review and approval of DCFs\nGenerates presentations when requested by investigators\nAcquires professional, product and market expertise via independent reading, networking and training\nTravels approximately 30% but varies according to trial needs\nParticipates in professional activities outside of normal business hours\nPerforms other related duties as requested\n\nRequirements:\nBA/BS in business, science or nursing\n3-5 years experience in clinical research including monitoring\nAbility to constructively interact with a range of personalities and range of positions, both inside and outside the organization\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\nAbility to work independently and take direction from others\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-20 18:10:04", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28034728/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Clinical Research Associate", "reqid": "12963", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28034728}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Associate - Clinical Research\nJob Requisition #: 12962\nDate Posted: 04/20/2012\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 position will assist in the planning, designing, and execution of clinical studies under the supervision of the Clinical Manager with focus on compliance to applicable regulatory standards and monitoring of investigational centers.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Assist with the management and development of study related documents including clinical protocols, case report forms, study manuals, and other study related tools.\n\u2022 Initiate site activation documentation\n\u2022 Participate in site qualification and site initiation process, including scheduling of monitor activities with site personnel.\n\u2022 Assist in planning and preparing materials for investigator and coordinator meetings.\n\u2022 Assist in training of investigators and coordinators.\n\u2022 Track and report progress of studies, e.g. subject screening and enrollment, data collection, documentation of adverse events.\n\u2022 Coordinate and conduct 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\u2022 Assist in query generation and resolution.\n\u2022 Assist with core lab data management.\n\u2022 Assist with the development and implementation of site corrective actions as needed to address any noncompliance issues.\n\u2022 Write and/or provides input to the monitoring plan\n\u2022 Provide updates on progress of assigned clinical sites to study management.\n\u2022 Develop expertise with SOP's, GCP's, and regulatory compliance guidelines.\n\u2022 Participate in training/orientation or new employees.\n\u2022 Contribute to ongoing SOP review and development.\n\u2022 Review site changes to informed consent forms.\n\u2022 May create and conduct presentations.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Four year degree in physical science\n\u2022 1-2 years experience monitoring\n\u2022 Experience directly supporting clinical research or similar experience in a medical/scientific area\n\u2022 Knowledge of clinical and outcomes research study design\n\u2022 Working knowledge of GCPs, and regulatory compliance guidelines for clinical trials\n\u2022 Knowledge of medical terminology\n\u2022 Able to travel 40% on average\n\u2022 High attention to detail and accuracy\n\u2022 Strong written and oral communications skills\n\u2022 Able to manage multiple tasks\n\u2022 Good problem-solving skills\n\u2022 Proficient computer skills (MS Office)\n\u2022 Current driver's license\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Two years applicable health care experience\n\u2022 Advanced degree\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-20 18:09:59", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28034726/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Associate - Clinical Research", "reqid": "12962", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28034726}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13832\nDate Posted: 04/20/2012\nCategory: 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 at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer to work directly with all departments within the organization, under minimal supervision, to provide hands on implementation of Six Sigma and Lean methods. Identify and prioritize opportunities for improvement within the design, development, test, validation, and manufacturing of medical devices. Drive improvement projects to closure utilizing Lean and Six Sigma approaches and tools.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Identify and prioritize improvement opportunities across the organization which would benefit from the utilization of Lean and/or Six Sigma tools and approaches. Establish project scopes, priority, and appropriate goals.\n\u2022 Complete major projects and key initiatives. Lead, facilitate, or support cross functional teams on small (Kaizen) to large (breakthrough) CI projects, from Define to full implementation and Control. Utilize Lean/ Six Sigma methodologies and tools. Apply engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Assure projects are completed on time and within budgets.\n\u2022 Facilitate workshops to educate employees in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and tools. May develop or augment training materials for use in these workshops.\n\u2022 Mentor and provide support to other CI team members during project scoping, utilization of CI tools, and driving improvement projects to closure.\n\u2022 Assist with data collection and data analysis\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Engineering (preferred) or other scientific discipline\n\u2022 Lean/ Six Sigma Black Belt certification\n\u2022 Minimum of 6 years of progressively more responsible work experience in a technical discipline as well as leadership experience.\n\u2022 Experience with Lean/Six Sigma tools such as Process Flow Diagrams, Cause & Effect, Measurement System Analysis, Pull Systems, Design of Experiments, Design for Manufacturability, Quality Function Deployment, Voice of the Customer.\n\u2022 Demonstrated experience as documented with actual project work with results\n\u2022 Knowledge of statistics (basic, hypothesis testing, ANoVA, DoE, etc.)\n\u2022 Strong facilitation skills and team leader experience\n\u2022 Organized and detailed project management skills\n\u2022 Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.\n\u2022 Excellent written and verbal communication skills\n\u2022 Strong quantitative, analytical and process redesign skills; innovative thinking skills\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Experience in Medical Device or another highly regulated industry is preferred but not required.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-20 18:09:13", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28034692/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer", "reqid": "AF13832", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28034692}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Senior Clinical Safety Specialist\nJob Requisition #: 12987\nDate Posted: 04/20/2012\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 Senior Clinical Safety Specialist will work under the direction of the Senior Director, Medical/Scientific Affairs processing adverse events as defined per clinical protocols. This role will also assist with the education of clinical teams on identification and reporting of adverse events specific to clinical research projects.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Process all adverse events per Work Instruction/ Protocol, working collaboratively with study specific CRAs to ensure comprehensive information is available for full review and reporting\n\u2022 Collaborate with Safety team members in preparation for DMC/DSMB/CEC meetings\n\u2022 Oversee weekly review of adverse events with applicable study teams\n\u2022 Review all adverse events in accordance with the specified Clinical Investigation Plan (CIP)\n\u2022 Code adverse events where directed by the governing processes\n\u2022 Draft AE narratives, as required, for inclusion in all FDA report submissions\n\u2022 Work with clinical study teams to ensure adherence to protocol, regulations and SJM policies regarding the reporting of adverse events\n\u2022 Maintain knowledge of current FDA, ICH, and ISO regulatory rules and policies affecting CVD Clinical study related products\n\u2022 Assist with training on study specific adverse event definitions prior to start of clinical study/registry and ongoing as needed to insure compliance and accurate reporting\n\u2022 Assist with revision or writing of SOP/Instructions/Procedures and changes to support clinical department\n\u2022 Assist in development of study specific case report forms\n\u2022 Assist in clinical study protocol development\n\u2022 Assist with BIMO audits, when directed\n\u2022 Collaborate on additional Clinical Research activities, as needed\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned\n\nRequirements:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in an area of science or RN\n\u2022 Strong understanding of adverse events and risk assessment\nOne of the following:\n\u2022 2-5 years experience within pharmacovigilance or medical safety\n\u2022 5+ years experience in medical device or Pharma in\nclinical research or risk assessment\n\n\u2022 Working knowledge of medical terminology, clinical research conduct, laws, regulations, and standards\n\u2022 Proficient in MS Office and database navigation skills\n\u2022 Strong interpersonal and communication skills\n\u2022 Excellent record keeping, organizational skills, and problem solving abilities\n\u2022 Highly motivated and capable of working independently and as a team member\n\u2022 Experience coordinating, prioritizing, and setting timelines for multiple tasks\n\u2022 Ability to multi-task and adapt to a rapid pace environment\n\u2022 Strong technical writing skills\n\nPreferred qualifications:\n\u2022 3-5 years of experience in a hospital or clinic setting, preferably within the cardiovascular arena\n\u2022 PharmD or PhD\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-20 18:09:08", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28034690/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Clinical Safety Specialist", "reqid": "12987", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 28034690}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Sr. SAP Business Analyst\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12031\nDate Posted: 04/20/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\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 one of our Minnetonka, MN locations.\n\nJob Overview\nSt. Jude Medical is continuing to work through a multi-year SAP implementation while adding new phases. The Sr. SAP Business Analyst supporting the Finance implementation will lead medium-sized projects to implement changes on behalf of the business. They will analyze business and technical processes, document business requirements, define changes to business processes and assist in modifying them, configure, test and implement enterprise-wide business systems. Additionally they will interview business partners to define detailed business requirements, maps current processes to the desired state and identify gaps, such as program functions, output requirements, input requirements and sources, data conversion strategies, and system techniques and controls. Where appropriate, they will translates business requirements to functional specifications and technical requirements, serve as the primary point of coordination and communication for a business domain to the business process owner and coordinate with business and technology teams to provision and test business systems to ensure they meet requirements.\n\nJob Duties:\nCollect and Document Requirements\n\u2022 Defines business needs by analyzing and documenting business processes; includes research, planning, writing user cases and project overviews, plus any supporting documentation\n\u2022 Gather requirements from customers to identify desired support needs\n\u2022 Based on data gathered, scope the project and technical domain for the solution\n\u2022 Prepare project and system related documentation consistent with standards and procedures outlined in the applicable development methodologies\n\nDefining Solutions\n\u2022 Perform feasibility studies and/or cost/benefit analyses in support of various initiatives\n\u2022 Maintain and document the logical and physical data models including data flow diagrams\n\u2022 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\u2022 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\u2022 Lead meetings in the business area to review business processes and identify information system requirements and/or needs\n\u2022 Understand the various business entities and cross divisional relationships\n\u2022 Serve as a liaison between IS and the supported business areas\n\u2022 Communicate effectively with management to enhance their understanding of the opportunities and limitations of information systems\n\nCoordinate Execution of Initiatives\n\u2022 Coordinate support enhancements and large scaled IT initiatives\n\u2022 Lead project teams consisting of intermediate and associate Business Analysts\n\u2022 Develop Test Plans, Cases, and Scripts and perform and coordinate Testing\n\u2022 Develop and deliver end user training\n\u2022 May work on multiple projects at one time\n\nOther Duties\n\u2022 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\u2022 Provide updates and communication to customers, management and IT; escalate issues as appropriate\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned\n\nGeneral Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Computer Science, MIS, Mathematics, Engineering, Business or area of functional responsibility preferred, or equivalent 10 years of industry work experience\n\u2022 8 years of industry experience in a technical profession\n\u2022 Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model\n\u2022 Ability to work in a highly matrix and geographically diverse business model\n\u2022 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\u2022 Extremely strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization\n\u2022 Ability to recognize communications difficulties, diagnose the symptoms at the core, and work diplomatically to resolve them\n\u2022 Strong organizational, attention to detail and task follow-up skills.\n\u2022 Adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines\n\u2022 Ability to travel approximately 10%\n\nTechnical Qualifications:\n\u2022 Solid accounting knowledge and understanding of Finance and Controlling postings from other SAP modules\n\u2022 Solid understanding of the sections of the Financial Statements and how they are configured and appear in SAP\n\u2022 Strong analytical and reconciliation skills \u2013 sees to the details\n\u2022 Experience in SAP configuration \u2013 both the more common place items as well as the ability to research and implement configuration that may be new to the applicant\n\u2022 Good process documentation skills\n\u2022 Experience in the system testing process including documenting results\n\u2022 A general knowledge of SAP interface processes\n\u2022 Understand the effects of SAP FI and CO postings in multiple currencies and how to reconcile these differences\n\u2022 Strong understanding of intercompany transactions and reconciliation process in SAP\n\u2022 Ability to assess the cost/benefit of complex or non-scalable design requests and influence the decision makers\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-20 18:08:53", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28034684/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. SAP Business Analyst", "reqid": "Corp 12031", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 28034684}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Engineer Principal - Quality\nJob Requisition #: 13060\nDate Posted: 04/20/2012\nCategory: Process Development Engineering\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary: This position is responsible for leading the development and maintenance of quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering subject matter expertise within new product development, manufacturing, or system/services support.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Provides project direction, coaching, teaching, and mentoring for Quality engineering and technical team personnel.\n\u2022 Leads multifunctional teams in completing program directed or continuous improvement activities.\n\u2022 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\u2022 Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n\u2022 Lead in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues\n\u2022 Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues\n\u2022 Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement\n\u2022 Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports\n\u2022 Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications\n\u2022 Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances\n\u2022 Lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)\n\u2022 Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis\n\u2022 Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation\n\u2022 Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities\n\nOther Duties:\n\u2022 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 independently and effectively make data based decisions with respect to individual and project team deliverables. Able to independently perform core team member role. Able to manage and mentor technicians and lower levels of engineering.\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred\n\u2022 10+ years experience\n\u2022 Demonstrated supervisory experience\n\u2022 Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies\n\u2022 Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971\n\u2022 Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n\u2022 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\u2022 Demonstrates technical leadership within the department and outside the department\n\u2022 Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience\n\u2022 Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-20 18:08:30", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28034677/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer Principal - Quality", "reqid": "13060", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 28034677}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Scientist - R&D\nJob Requisition #: 13061\nDate Posted: 04/20/2012\nCategory: Research\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 successful candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the R&D Science & Technology Group in thermal analysis techniques such as DSC, TGA, and DMA.\n\u2022 Responsible for providing technical expertise, consultation and project support.\n\u2022 Manage analytical technology selection and test method development to support medical device material selection, process optimization, and device design.\n\u2022 Provide guidance in method validation, support existing product development and proactively provide analytical solutions for design and device issues.\n\u2022 Assist in designing and conducting method validation/improvements for testing medical implants and materials. Position will provide test method validation advice based on conclusions from test method development activities.\n\u2022 Individual will also be responsible for providing leadership through coaching, mentoring and developing technical staff.\n\n\nEducation and Experience Requirements:\n\u2022 PhD with 0-2 years, MS with 2-5 years or BS with 5-8 years of relevant product development expertise required.\n\u2022 Expertise in analytical science or engineering with focus on test method development/validation of thermal analysis techniques is required.\n\u2022 Individual must communicate well with all levels of management and employees. Individual must also work well in collaborative environment across functional areas.\n\u2022 Possess background in commonly used analytical technologies (Chromatography, Thermal analysis, Spectrometry)\n\u2022 Working knowledge of Confocal Raman and FTIR analytical technologies\n\u2022 Knowledge of method validation in a highly regulated working environment\n\u2022 Familiar with analytical methods used to assess safety and efficacy of medical materials/devices\n\u2022 Knowledge of industry standards for materials characterization; openness for change Willingness to perform hands on lab work.\n\u2022 Compliance-minded and quality oriented. Concise, organized, can multi-task with the ability to prioritize.\n\u2022 Previous experience with R&D product development teams in medical device industry desired.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-20 18:08:30", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28034676/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Scientist - R&D", "reqid": "13061", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28034676}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Austin", "description": "Manager, Marketing Communications\nJob Requisition #: USD 9588\nDate Posted: 04/19/2012\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Austin - TX - 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\nThis position will require someone who can quickly assess the marketing opportunity and apply their 8+ years of experience to execute the project, understand the end-goal, and create a compelling communication plan to address the needs of the sales force. The individual that fills this role will have an impact on the messaging and marketing of the growth-driving technologies that will propel St. Jude Medical into a leadership position in the medical device marketplace. Overall, accountability in owning the outcome of the project and its impact on business will set up a successful career at St. Jude Medical.\n\n\n\nThis role has management responsibility for the development and implementation of a complete, multi-channel marketing communications program to support and enable sales in the US. He/she will develop strategically impactful campaigns to support the launch of new products and will build promotional programs around key conventions. Utilizing both traditional and multi-media to reach established goals, the performance of routine analysis and reporting success metrics will help establish a best-practice within the Marketing department. This Manager will work across multiple stakeholders to ensure the MarCom strategies are effectively implemented and executed to achieve their communication objectives.\n\n\n\nThe US Sales Force receives one primary communication from Marketing on a weekly basis the SmartBrief. The SmartBrief is a key channel for communicating marketing messages internally and as such, this person will provide oversight to its direction and execution. The ability to influence contributors and those that create and review the content will be of the upmost importance and the key to success in growing and sustaining this important internal communication channel. Therefore, the Manager must work well in a team setting and must collaborate across matrixed-organizational lines.\n\n\n\nThe ideal candidate will have an extreme attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills. The applicant will need to have a positive and hard-working attitude and exhibit strong, collaborative leadership skills. This highly organized individual must be able to manage multiple projects at once, prioritize and maintain a busy schedule (including domestic travel) and meet deadlines. Of course, this person must embrace challenges, some ambiguity, and apply creative-thinking to all projects in order to be successful. Must thrive in a fast-paced, lean environment, developing efficient and effective means to gain alignment and resolve issues/address obstacles. Must be willing to quickly learn the clinical domain, the complex selling process and the unique challenges and market dynamics that will affect business and communication strategies. Key personality traits include: adaptability, agility and flexibility, as well as a positive attitude.\n\n\n\nApplicants must have 8+ years of experience and should be able to show a steady growth and increase in responsibilities, leadership and mentoring of colleagues, as well as demonstrated successes. Knowledge of regulated industries, ideally cardiology, neurology and/or medical devices, will factor in to the decision to pursue next steps in the interview process. These things, plus a desire and passion for a marketing communications career, should be clearly articulated in the cover letter which accompanies the resume.\n\n\n\nRequirements/Education: A Bachelors degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Advertising, Communications or equivalent plus at least eight years of progressively more responsible experience in the communications field, especially in Sales/Marketing focused organizations. Healthcare marketing background. Prior management of a small team\n\nDesired Requirements: Advertising agency and corporate marketing experience. Involvement in media planning and event planning. Understanding of internal communications and sales force enablement programs. Mobile app development and deployment. Spanish language skills.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-20 18:08:25", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28034675/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Manager, Marketing Communications", "reqid": "USD 9588", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Austin, TX", "uid": 28034675}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Systems Software Principal Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13720\nDate Posted: 04/20/2012\nCategory: Systems 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 Systems Software Engineer to join our St Paul, Minnesota based team. Within this role, the Principal Systems Software Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing and testing system software functionality from internal and external customer requirements and clinical feedback.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Enhance build system and processes to create a self-service environment.\n\u2022 Architect Tools and Infrastructure to facilitate software development, software configuration management and software release management.\n\u2022 Construct interfaces between systems.\n\u2022 Enable access to information using Web based technology.\n\u2022 Perform automation and test framework improvements.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelors degree in computer science, electrical engineering or other related discipline.\n\u2022 10+ years Software Engineering experience.\n\u2022 Expert in Perl, Shell, C/C++ programming language.\n\u2022 Experience working with Unix/Linux systems.\n\u2022 Thorough knowledge of software build tools including Qmake, Cook, static/dynamic linking.and similar mechanisms.\n\u2022 Experience with Perforce and similar Software Configuration Management tools.\n\u2022 Strong data-mining, analysis and report writing skills.\n\u2022 Knowledge and implementation of automation suites, structure, maintenance.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills.\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Medical device industry experience.\n\u2022 Strong Networking background \u2013 TCP/IP, NIS+, LDAP, DNS, SNMP, etc.\n\u2022 InstallAnywhere or other installers for software packaging and delivery.\n\u2022 Object oriented software design.\n\u2022 Experience with Klocwork or other static analysis tools.\n\u2022 Continuous Integration systems.\n\u2022 Experience with Microsoft Windows compilers and build systems desirable.\n\u2022 Experience with Jenkins.\n\u2022 Polished communicator- written documentation and oral presentations/ discussions/ meetings\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-20 18:08:24", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28034674/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Systems Software Principal Engineer", "reqid": "AF13720", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28034674}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Buyer\nJob Requisition #: 13008\nDate Posted: 04/19/2012\nCategory: Materials\nLocation: Arecibo - - 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\nAssures on time delivery of all material and/or supply required for the manufacturing and operations of St. Jude Medical P.R. LLC to ensure that production supply lines and operations are uninterrupted. Expedites all materials shipped from any local supply vendor as well as from U.S. divisions.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related field. Three to five years of experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred Knowledge in GMP/ISO9002). Must have good verbal and written communication in English and Spanish. Must have working knowledge or materials/manufacturing systems. Must have leadership/interpersonal skills. Computer Knowledge in programs as; (Excel, Word & Power Point).\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-19 18:49:05", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28008685/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Buyer", "reqid": "13008", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 28008685}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Customer Service Rep I\nJob Requisition #: USD 9586\nDate Posted: 04/19/2012\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\nThis position is contract to hire with a 9:30am to 6:30pm shift.\n\nUsing established principles of effective customer service, provides sales order and/or inventory management support to sales representatives, hospitals, clinics and physicians. Processes customer orders submitted via multiple channels, including phone, fax, Electronic Data Interchange and e-mail. Provides inventory support for products and services. Completes administrative functions to support order processing.\n\nRequirements/Education: High school equivalency required. Bachelors degree preferred.\n\nTypically a minimum of two years of experience in a customer service position.\n\nAt least one year of experience with SAP software preferred.\n\nHistory of technical aptitude and ability to learn new applications and functions quickly and comfortably.\n\nDemonstrated history of creativity and initiative in anticipating and solving customer problems. History of effective de-escalation and problem-solving in conflict situations.\n\nGeneral knowledge of order processing techniques and finished goods distribution process.\n\nProven high level of interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to listen, resolve problems, deal with unresolved issues, delays and unexpected events.\n\nMust possess demonstrated keyboard and personal computer skills (experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint). Typing proficiency of at least 45 words per minute.\n\nGood mathematical, record keeping, organizational and problem-solving skills.\n\nDemonstrated organizational skills, attentiveness to detail, ability to work under general supervision and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-19 18:49:00", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28008674/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Customer Service Rep I", "reqid": "USD 9586", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 28008674}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Austin", "description": "Programmer Analyst II\nJob Requisition #: USD 9583\nDate Posted: 04/19/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Austin - TX - 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\nWorking under general direction maintains business application systems and creates new systems. Works with project management office to prepare level of effort estimates based on user requirements. Performs systems analysis, programming, problem resolution and internal consulting for new and existing technical systems applications, including vendor packages. Analyzes and revises system logic, coding and documentation as necessary.\n\nBachelor\u2019s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent degree in a pertinent discipline required and 8 plus years of systems analysis, design, programming and testing experience. Broad knowledge of .NET, C#, HTML and JavaScript; experience with Relational databases and some form of SQL. Microsoft SQL Server experience preferred. Experience with Microsoft Sharepoint is preferred. Understands the challenges in developing in mobile environments and various technologies related to iPhone, Android, and Blackberry. Demonstrated experience working on large projects in a team environment. An understanding of system architecture principles as well as a variety of databases, procedural languages and data communications is required. Ability to translate client requirements into a feasible design solution. Demonstrated ability to use proper coding techniques and efficiencies, testing methodologies, with an understanding of the operating system. Planning, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication, interpersonal and presentation skills required sufficient to conduct discussions, interviews, negotiations, and give presentations. Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing and data base management.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-19 18:48:40", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28008646/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Programmer Analyst II", "reqid": "USD 9583", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Austin, TX", "uid": 28008646}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Scottsdale", "description": "Senior Quality Engineer\nJob Requisition #: 13049\nDate Posted: 04/19/2012\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: Scottsdale - AZ - 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 business unit, located in Scottsdale, Arizona:\n\nJob Overview\nThis is an exciting opportunity for a skilled quality engineer who is interested in building life saving devices while interacting with multiple sites across the U.S. and globally. Working within a small team, within the first 6 months on the role, the Senior QA engineer will come up to quick speed on the daily component and process issues that happen within the hybrid build process while providing guidance to the inspectors on visual criteria interpretation.\n\nOn a long term basis, the expectation is to have the engineer be fully integrated in the hybrid manufacturing culture while participating in activities and investigations related to our customers at other manufacturing sites (Sylmar, Puerto Rico, Malaysia and South Carolina). Will work closely with Engineering to define hybrid acceptance criteria for new components/ products; to create Quality plans for new products\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. Minimum 5years of QA experience, working directly on a microelectronics manufacturing environment, solving day to day problems and dealing with people at all levels of the organization. Broad cross-disciplinary and in-depth knowledge of the quality engineering profession. A comprehensive familiarity with commodity and off-the-shelf electronic components. A qualified record of implementing new processes to existing design assurance and related systems. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Documented record of delivering quality engineering information which 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. Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized applications. Evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity required.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-19 18:48:23", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/28008616/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Quality Engineer", "reqid": "13049", "state": "Arizona", "state_short": "AZ", "location": "Scottsdale, AZ", "uid": 28008616}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Austin", "description": "Inventory Analyst\nJob Requisition #: USD 9579\nDate Posted: 04/18/2012\nCategory: Operations\nLocation: Austin - TX - 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\nWorking under direct supervision, assists to support the development and implementation of policies and procedures needed to maintain USD inventory levels of SJM products. May assist in the maintenance of necessary files, documents, and reports as required. Applies business principles and methods normally acquired in a recognized four-year course of study. Recommends, interprets and implements USD specific policies and procedures to accomplish assignments and resolves a broad range of issues and problems. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Exercises judgment in planning, organizing and performing work; monitors performance and reports status within area of responsibility. Assures that quality of services meets internal and external customer requirements. Remains current on developments in field of expertise.\n\nRequirements/Education: Requires a Bachelors Degree in business administration or a related discipline and a minimum of 2 plus years related customer service, purchasing, material management, or warehouse experience. Broad cross-disciplinary and in-depth knowledge and application of advanced concepts and practices of discipline. Demonstrated ability to perform intermediate level word processing and spreadsheet tasks using software such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Demonstrated knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system or Material Request Planning (MRP). .\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-18 20:56:11", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27985101/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Inventory Analyst", "reqid": "USD 9579", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Austin, TX", "uid": 27985101}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Senior Manufacturing Engineer\nJob Requisition #: NMD3184\nDate Posted: 04/18/2012\nCategory: Mechanical Design Engineering\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Senior Manufacturing Engineer will develop and improve processes and equipment to facilitate the manufacture of new, redesigned, and current products that will meet established specifications and will conform to established cost limits. Emphasis on continuous engineering and design enhancement of existing products. Support in new product/process development.\n\nResponsibilities include:\n\u2022 Evaluate and recommend vendors, tools, material, and equipment to determine if they can be used in manufacturing of products.\n\u2022 Design, document, and verify tooling for the manufacturing processes.\n\u2022 Document production processes.\n\u2022 Prepare and conduct technical and nontechnical training sessions on assembly and test techniques.\n\u2022 Understand quality requirements of customers and regulating bodies, and use quality tools to improve processes.\n\u2022 Make recommendations regarding proposed designs to assure that products can be produced in conformance with specifications and customer requirements.\n\u2022 Prepare and conduct qualifications and validations of processes.\n\u2022 Support continuous engineering and design enhancement of current products to improve quality and cost.\n\u2022 Perform necessary mechanical qualification and verification testing for design modifications.\n\nExperience and Training\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Mechanical Engineering/related engineering field.\n\u2022 Minimum 5 years experience in Engineering environment, medical device preferred.\n\u2022 Minimum 2 years experience in CAD systems.\n\u2022 Knowledge of PC applications.\n\u2022 Understanding of DOE, SPC, and Lean Manufacturing.\n\u2022 Six Sigma experience/certification a plus.\n\u2022 Ability to work independently and in a team environment.\n\u2022 Good organization skills and attention to details.\n\u2022 Excellent interpersonal and teaming skills.\n\u2022 Should have good verbal and written communication skills.\n\u2022 High energy, proven dedication to achieving desired outcomes, and a positive attitude a must.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-18 20:55:36", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27985018/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Manufacturing Engineer", "reqid": "NMD3184", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27985018}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Intern: Scientific Literature Research\nJob Requisition #: NMD3173\nDate Posted: 04/17/2012\nCategory: Clinical Research Internship\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThe Internship Program provides full-time practical work experience on a short-term temporary basis relevant to student\u2019s academic programs while meeting the needs of the organization for relevant technical support. Using established concepts, knowledge and procedures, performs assignment of various scope and complexity, developing/implementing solutions for routine to complex problems.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nResearch, evaluate and interpret all available scientific literature relevant to various neuromodulation topics, while providing findings in a concise scientific report or presentation format. Assist in protocol development and data entry/evaluation for various pre-clinical/clinical neuromodulation projects.\n\nOther Duties:\nParticipate in various meetings alongside the assigned supervisor in order to develop an understanding of the corporate aspects of the medical device industry.\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nSupervision:\n\u2022 Working under close, immediate and direct supervision on defined work assignments and/or usually following established procedures and manuals.\n\u2022 The Internship program provides students the opportunity to work in a corporate environment while being treated as a professional with responsibilities and accountability.\n\u2022 Work is reviewed in progress for soundness of judgment and overall accuracy.\n\nAccountability for:\n\u2022 Performing thorough systematic literature evaluations (Research, evaluate and interpret all available and relevant scientific literature) and presenting findings in a report and presentation format.\n\u2022 Assist in drawing basic conclusions from data and utilizing the information to make recommendations.\n\u2022 Volunteering ideas, asking questions, and responding promptly to information requests.\n\u2022 Present findings on how the corporate structure of a medical device company works.\n\nMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at a recognized college or university, with a defined degree plan.\n\u2022 This can be an Undergraduate, Graduate or PhD Program with an emphasis on biology/physiology/neuroscience.\n\u2022 Must have some experience with literature reviews.\n\u2022 Required to work cooperatively and productively with others.\n\u2022 Demonstrated organizational skills and attentiveness to detail is required.\n\u2022 The ability to understand and comply with applicable U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company Operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is required.\n\u2022 Must be able to maintain regular attendance.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-17 18:49:10", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27948961/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intern: Scientific Literature Research", "reqid": "NMD3173", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27948961}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Intern: Engineering - Systems Integration and Verification\nJob Requisition #: NMD3174\nDate Posted: 04/17/2012\nCategory: Software Engineering Systems Engineering Internship\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThe Internship Program provides full-time practical work experience on a short-term temporary basis relevant to student\u2019s academic programs while meeting the needs of the organization for relevant technical support. Using established concepts, knowledge and procedures, performs assignment of various scope and complexity, developing/implementing solutions for routine to complex problems.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nThe intern will be tasked with evaluating and prototyping solutions for the Systems Integration and Systems Verification Teams. Specifically, evaluation and prototyping of solutions for the following areas will be the primary focus:\n\u2022 Porting of Manual tests into Automation System\n\u2022 Prototype Development of System Integration Test Cases (Automated Scripting)\n\u2022 Execution of existing Test Protocols (Dry-Run Testing)\n\u2022 Evaluation and/or Customization of a Continuous Integration Management Tool\no (i.e. Hudson, AnthillPro, Electric Commander, etc.)\n\nOther Duties:\nThe intern may also be asked to participate in other System Integration and Verification Activities such as:\n\u2022 Metrics and Dashboard Reporting and Publishing Tools\no Interfacing to HP Quality Center, MS-Project, Spreadsheets, etc.\n\u2022 Peer Reviews of Test Cases\n\u2022 Code Reviews of Automation Software\n\u2022 Etc.\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nSupervision:\n\u2022 Working under close, immediate and direct supervision on defined work assignments and/or usually following established procedures and manuals.\n\u2022 The Internship program provides students the opportunity to work in a corporate environment while being treated as a professional with responsibilities and accountability.\n\u2022 Work is reviewed in progress for soundness of judgment and overall accuracy.\n\nAccountability for:\n\u2022 Drawing basic conclusions from data and utilizing the information to make recommendations.\n\u2022 Volunteering ideas, asking questions, and responding promptly to information requests.\n\u2022 Completing reports and making presentations.\n\n\nMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:\n\u2022 Graduate or Undergraduate candidates in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.\n\u2022 Prefer candidates with experience in Software Testing, Systems Testing, or Continuous Integration.\n\u2022 Knowledge and experience in HP Quality Center, Labview and Continuous Integration tools is a plus.\n\u2022 Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at a recognized college or university, with a defined degree plan.\n\u2022 This can be an Undergraduate, Graduate or PhD Program.\n\u2022 Required to work cooperatively and productively with others.\n\u2022 Demonstrated organizational skills and attentiveness to detail is required.\n\u2022 The ability to understand and comply with applicable U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company Operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is required.\n\u2022 Must be able to maintain regular attendance.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-17 18:49:01", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27948952/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intern: Engineering - Systems Integration and Verification", "reqid": "NMD3174", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27948952}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Intern: Engineering - Mechanical\nJob Requisition #: NMD3175\nDate Posted: 04/17/2012\nCategory: Engineering Internship\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThe Internship Program provides full-time practical work experience on a short-term temporary basis relevant to student\u2019s academic programs while meeting the needs of the organization for relevant technical support. Using established concepts, knowledge and procedures, performs assignment of various scope and complexity, developing/implementing solutions for routine to complex problems.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Setting up testing equipment/instrumentation in the Mechanical Engineering Lab\n\u2022 Performing mechanical testing and documenting results\n\u2022 Create prototypes for evaluation on Rapid Prototype machines\n\u2022 Shadowing design engineer on understanding of design principles, and concepts of Design\n\u2022 History File creation in the Product Development arena\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nSupervision:\n\u2022 Working under close, immediate and direct supervision on defined work assignments and/or usually following established procedures and manuals.\n\u2022 The Internship program provides students the opportunity to work in a corporate environment while being treated as a professional with responsibilities and accountability.\n\u2022 Work is reviewed in progress for soundness of judgment and overall accuracy.\n\nAccountability for:\n\u2022 Drawing basic conclusions from data and utilizing the information to make recommendations.\n\u2022 Volunteering ideas, asking questions, and responding promptly to information requests.\n\u2022 Completing reports and making presentations.\n\nMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at a recognized college or university, with a defined degree plan.\n\u2022 This can be an Undergraduate, Graduate or PhD Program.\n\u2022 Required to work cooperatively and productively with others.\n\u2022  Demonstrated organizational skills and attentiveness to detail is required.\n\u2022 The ability to understand and comply with applicable U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company Operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is required.\n\u2022 Must be able to maintain regular attendance.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-17 18:48:59", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27948949/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intern: Engineering - Mechanical", "reqid": "NMD3175", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27948949}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Intern: Engineering - Product Development (Testing)\nJob Requisition #: NMD3176\nDate Posted: 04/17/2012\nCategory: Engineering Internship\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThe Internship Program provides full-time practical work experience on a short-term temporary basis relevant to student\u2019s academic programs while meeting the needs of the organization for relevant technical support. Using established concepts, knowledge and procedures, performs assignment of various scope and complexity, developing/implementing solutions for routine to complex problems.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Write and execute engineering tests in C language for embedded systems, leveraging existing framework to accelerate test development\n\nOther Duties:\n\u2022 Roll-up test results into report and distribute via email\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nSupervision:\n\u2022 Working under close, immediate and direct supervision on defined work assignments and/or usually following established procedures and manuals.\n\u2022 The Internship program provides students the opportunity to work in a corporate environment while being treated as a professional with responsibilities and accountability.\n\u2022 Work is reviewed in progress for soundness of judgment and overall accuracy.\n\nAccountability for:\n\u2022 Drawing basic conclusions from data and utilizing the information to make recommendations.\n\u2022 Volunteering ideas, asking questions, and responding promptly to information requests.\n\u2022 Completing reports and making presentations.\n\nMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at a recognized college or university, with a defined degree plan.\n\u2022 This can be an Undergraduate, Graduate or PhD Program.\n\u2022 Required to work cooperatively and productively with others.\n\u2022 Demonstrated organizational skills and attentiveness to detail is required.\n\u2022 The ability to understand and comply with applicable U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company Operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is required.\n\u2022 Must be able to maintain regular attendance.\n\nEducation:\n\u2022 Coursework in C or C++\n\u2022 Data Structures, desirable\n\nOther Desirable Skills:\n\u2022 Able to work independently, self-directed.\n\u2022 Enthusiasm to learn and to make and meet objectives, motivated, and a responsible team player, with good problem solving capabilities and good analytical skills.\n\u2022 Good verbal and written communication skills.\n\u2022 Work in a UNIX environment\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-17 18:48:10", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27948912/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intern: Engineering - Product Development (Testing)", "reqid": "NMD3176", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27948912}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Irvine", "description": "Product Development Engineer II\nJob Requisition #: AF13842\nDate Posted: 04/17/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Irvine - CA - 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 our Atrial Fibrillation Division in Irvine, CA.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Product Development Engineer II to develop design concepts of disposable medical devices for the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. The engineer will partner with other product development Engineers and perform the necessary developments and validations to advance the state of art designs of products requested from the customers. The engineer will create design history file documentation and write protocols and test reports for verification and validation testing. The engineer will also identify key design concepts for improving sub-assembly and final assembly of finished catheters. In addition, the engineer will assign prototyping and testing tasks to the R&D technicians to maintain continuous flow of product delivery to Advanced Manufacturing and Production.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Communicates and demonstrates feasibility to customers and management focusing on treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. Evaluation of technologies should be based on the ability of the technology to provide a clinical utility to the user.\n\u2022 Independently focuses on design improvements having merit and meeting the robustness of design for manufacturability.\n\u2022 Maintains workflow with all of the necessary processes pertaining to Change Requests to effectively reduce multiple design changes that tend to slow the progression of each project.\n\u2022 Addresses issues and communicates with interdepartmental personnel to foster a complete understanding of the project scope and direction before releasing the design to the next responsible individual or department.\n\u2022 Identifies key attributes for advancing the state of the art of related products to the core business.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Requires Bachelor\u2019s degree\n\u2022 3+ years as a product development engineer with experience in all aspects of development activity of disposable medical devices\n\u2022 Demonstrated success in bringing new products from concept to market\n\u2022 Knowledge of design controls as well as FDA 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 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Mechanical Engineering\n\u2022 Familiar with ISO standards, GMP and GLP procedures.\n\u2022 Have high level understanding of design analysis and root cause failure analysis procedures for disposable catheters, preferably electrophysiology catheters.\n\u2022 Experience with design and processes involved in catheter manufacturing including extrusion and injection molding.\n\nSt. Jude Medical is an equal opportunity employer.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-17 18:48:09", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27948908/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Product Development Engineer II", "reqid": "AF13842", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Irvine, CA", "uid": 27948908}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Intern: Engineering - Manufacturing\nJob Requisition #: NMD3181\nDate Posted: 04/17/2012\nCategory: Engineering Internship\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThe Internship Program provides full-time practical work experience on a short-term temporary basis relevant to student\u2019s academic programs while meeting the needs of the organization for relevant technical support. Using established concepts, knowledge and procedures, performs assignment of various scope and complexity, developing/implementing solutions for routine to complex problems.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nThe scope of the work will include:\n\u2022 Support manufacturing engineers in evaluation and optimization of existing manufacturing processes.\n\u2022 Support manufacturing engineers in evaluation of new manufacturing equipment and/or processes. This includes testing and data collection efforts to validate new manufacturing equipment and processes.\n\u2022 Assist in the development and optimizing of Work Design, Manufacturing Layout and Product Flow. Define and generate all required documentation in support of manufacturing protocols, reports, manufacturing instruction and procedures.\n\u2022 Support manufacturing engineering in continuous improvement initiatives.\n\u2022 Utilize basic statistical methods to support engineering testing.\n\u2022 Compare internal yield/external complaint failure model with the process FMEA and accurately assess quality impact.\n\nOther Duties:\nThe general business activities that are vital but not typically taught including; documentation control systems, quality systems, device history records, design history records, material control systems.\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nSupervision:\n\u2022 Working under close, immediate and direct supervision on defined work assignments and/or usually following established procedures and manuals.\n\u2022 The Internship program provides students the opportunity to work in a corporate environment while being treated as a professional with responsibilities and accountability.\n\u2022 Work is reviewed in progress for soundness of judgment and overall accuracy.\n\nAccountability for:\n\u2022 Drawing basic conclusions from data and utilizing the information to make recommendations.\n\u2022 Volunteering ideas, asking questions, and responding promptly to information requests.\n\u2022 Completing reports and making presentations.\n\n\nMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:\n\u2022 Enrolled in an Engineering degree program. (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Biomedical). This can be an Undergraduate, Graduate or PhD Program.\n\u2022 A minimum GPA (documented) of 3.25\n\u2022 Team dynamic skills (communication, accountability, decision-making, feedback, meeting management, managing conflict).\n\u2022 Computer literate\n\u2022 Statistical skills (basic and advanced statistics)\n\u2022 Knowledge of statistical software.\n\u2022 Technical writing skills\n\u2022 Verbal, written and presentation skills\n\u2022 Must be able to maintain regular attendance.\n\u2022 CAD experience\n\u2022 DOE, SPC, FMEA, GMP, FDA-QSR preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-17 18:48:07", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27948906/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intern: Engineering - Manufacturing", "reqid": "NMD3181", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27948906}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Intern: Engineering - Product Development (Testing)\nJob Requisition #: NMD3177\nDate Posted: 04/17/2012\nCategory: Engineering Internship\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary: The Internship Program provides full-time practical work experience on a short-term temporary basis relevant to student\u2019s academic programs while meeting the needs of the organization for relevant technical support. Using established concepts, knowledge and procedures, performs assignment of various scope and complexity, developing/implementing solutions for routine to complex problems.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Execution of existing test protocols (dry-run testing)\n\u2022 Writing of technical reports based on data from the execution of test protocols\n\u2022 Facilitating the review and release of reports and other documents\n\nOther Duties:\n\u2022 Installation, configuration, and streamlining the use of, various engineering tools\n\u2022 Creation/automation of custom reports, dashboards, and scorecards to provide near real-time status of EE activities\n\u2022 Code reviews of test software\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nSupervision:\n\u2022 Working under close, immediate and direct supervision on defined work assignments and/or usually following established procedures and manuals.\n\u2022 The Internship program provides students the opportunity to work in a corporate environment while being treated as a professional with responsibilities and accountability.\n\u2022 Work is reviewed in progress for soundness of judgment and overall accuracy.\n\nAccountability for:\n\u2022 Drawing basic conclusions from data and utilizing the information to make recommendations.\n\u2022 Volunteering ideas, asking questions, and responding promptly to information requests.\n\u2022 Completing reports and making presentations.\n\nMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at a recognized college or university, with a defined degree plan.\n\u2022 This can be an Undergraduate, Graduate or PhD Program.\n\u2022 Graduate or Undergraduate candidates in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science.\n\u2022 Prefer candidates with experience in electrical hardware, systems and software testing.\n\u2022 Knowledge and experience with Subversion and MantisBT is a plus.\n\u2022 Required to work cooperatively and productively with others.\n\u2022 Demonstrated organizational skills and attentiveness to detail is required.\n\u2022 The ability to understand and comply with applicable U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company Operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is required.\n\u2022 Must be able to maintain regular attendance.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-17 18:48:05", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27948902/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intern: Engineering - Product Development (Testing)", "reqid": "NMD3177", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27948902}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Intern: Program Management Office\nJob Requisition #: NMD3178\nDate Posted: 04/17/2012\nCategory: Engineering Internship\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary: The Internship Program provides full-time practical work experience on a short-term temporary basis relevant to student\u2019s academic programs while meeting the needs of the organization for relevant technical support. Using established concepts, knowledge and procedures, performs assignment of various scope and complexity, developing/implementing solutions for routine to complex problems.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Create and maintain project schedules and Gantt charts using MS Project under the direction of a Program Manager\n\u2022 Update PMO SharePoint and program dashboards\n\u2022 Edit presentations using PowerPoint for Program Reviews\n\u2022 Maintain action registers and capture meeting minutes\n\u2022 Track resource assignment across projects and update staff allocation database\n\u2022 Collect updates from Program Managers and prepare project reports\n\u2022 Track equipment allocation and inventory\n\u2022 Participate in various project management activities\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nSupervision:\n\u2022 Working under close, immediate and direct supervision on defined work assignments and/or usually following established procedures and manuals.\n\u2022 The Internship program provides students the opportunity to work in a corporate environment while being treated as a professional with responsibilities and accountability.\n\u2022 Work is reviewed in progress for soundness of judgment and overall accuracy.\n\nAccountability for:\n\u2022 Drawing basic conclusions from data and utilizing the information to make recommendations.\n\u2022 Volunteering ideas, asking questions, and responding promptly to information requests.\n\u2022 Completing reports and making presentations.\n\nMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at a recognized college or university, with a defined degree plan in Engineering.\n\u2022 This can be an Undergraduate, Graduate or PhD Program.\n\u2022 Required to work cooperatively and productively with others.\n\u2022 Demonstrated organizational skills and attentiveness to detail is required.\n\u2022 The ability to understand and comply with applicable U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company Operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is required.\n\u2022 Must be able to maintain regular attendance.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-17 18:48:04", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27948898/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intern: Program Management Office", "reqid": "NMD3178", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27948898}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Intern: Program Management Office\nJob Requisition #: NMD3179\nDate Posted: 04/17/2012\nCategory: Engineering Internship\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary: The Internship Program provides full-time practical work experience on a short-term temporary basis relevant to student\u2019s academic programs while meeting the needs of the organization for relevant technical support. Using established concepts, knowledge and procedures, performs assignment of various scope and complexity, developing/implementing solutions for routine to complex problems.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Create and maintain project schedules and Gantt charts using MS Project under the direction of a Program Manager\n\u2022 Update PMO SharePoint and program dashboards\n\u2022 Edit presentations using PowerPoint for Program Reviews\n\u2022 Maintain action registers and capture meeting minutes\n\u2022 Track resource assignment across projects and update staff allocation database\n\u2022 Collect updates from Program Managers and prepare project reports\n\u2022 Track equipment allocation and inventory\n\u2022 Participate in various project management activities\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nSupervision:\n\u2022 Working under close, immediate and direct supervision on defined work assignments and/or usually following established procedures and manuals.\n\u2022 The Internship program provides students the opportunity to work in a corporate environment while being treated as a professional with responsibilities and accountability.\n\u2022 Work is reviewed in progress for soundness of judgment and overall accuracy.\n\nAccountability for:\n\u2022 Drawing basic conclusions from data and utilizing the information to make recommendations.\n\u2022 Volunteering ideas, asking questions, and responding promptly to information requests.\n\u2022 Completing reports and making presentations.\n\nMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:\n\u2022 Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at a recognized college or university, with a defined degree plan in Engineering.\n\u2022 This can be an Undergraduate, Graduate or PhD Program.\n\u2022 Required to work cooperatively and productively with others.\n\u2022 Demonstrated organizational skills and attentiveness to detail is required.\n\u2022 The ability to understand and comply with applicable U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company Operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is required.\n\u2022 Must be able to maintain regular attendance.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-17 18:48:04", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27948897/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intern: Program Management Office", "reqid": "NMD3179", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27948897}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Intern: Engineering - Advanced Process Development\nJob Requisition #: NMD3180\nDate Posted: 04/17/2012\nCategory: Engineering Internship\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThe Internship Program provides full-time practical work experience on a short-term temporary basis relevant to student\u2019s academic programs while meeting the needs of the organization for relevant technical support. Using established concepts, knowledge and procedures, performs assignment of various scope and complexity, developing/implementing solutions for routine to complex problems.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nThe intern will be tasked with performing engineering studies on process/product improvements related to neuromodulation devices and assemblies. The activities will provide the intern the opportunity to learn and utilize key engineering skills including; design of experiments (DOE), statistical process control (SPC), statistical analysis and report writing. Development of test methods will challenge the intern\u2019s problem solving skills and providing clear documentation of results will help to develop communication skills.\n\nOther Duties:\nThe general business activities that are vital but not typically taught including; documentation control systems, quality systems, device history records, design history records, material control systems.\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nSupervision:\nWorking under close, immediate and direct supervision on defined work assignments and/or usually following established procedures and manuals. The Internship program provides students the opportunity to work in a corporate environment while being treated as a professional with responsibilities and accountability. Work is reviewed in progress for soundness of judgment and overall accuracy.\n\nAccountability for:\nDrawing basic conclusions from data and utilizing the information to make recommendations. Volunteering ideas, asking questions, and responding promptly to information requests. Completing reports and making presentations.\n\nMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:\nMust be currently enrolled as a full-time student at a recognized college or university, with a defined degree plan in Engineering. This can be an Undergraduate, Graduate or PhD Program. Required to work cooperatively and productively with others. Demonstrated organizational skills and attentiveness to detail is required. The ability to understand and comply with applicable U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company Operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is required. Must be able to maintain regular attendance.\n\nEducation focus should be engineering-oriented.\nDesired skills would include proficiency in: Solid Works, Excel, Word and PowerPoint\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-17 18:48:04", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27948896/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intern: Engineering - Advanced Process Development", "reqid": "NMD3180", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27948896}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Accounts Payable Processor\nJob Requisition #: AF13840\nDate Posted: 04/17/2012\nCategory: Accounting\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 Accounts Payable Processor. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing payable invoices and check requests utilizing the SAP Accounts Payable system, ensuring all payments adhere to the SJM and AFD disbursement policies and maintaining accurate, timely A/P vendor files. Responsibilities also includes processing W-9\u2019s for 1099's, Sales and Use Tax application, resolving discrepancies and assisting with processing the daily mail.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Review invoices for mathematical accuracy and match units and prices to purchase order (manually or through P.O. system). Work with purchasing, receiving and vendors on discrepancies.\n\u2022 Review check requests for mathematical accuracy, proper support, authorization and general ledger coding.\n\u2022 Code payments and input into SAP accounts payable system, including proper general ledger account, due dates and computation of sales and use taxes when needed.\n\u2022 Research and resolve problems with invoices, receivers, purchase orders and uncashed A/P checks.\n\u2022 Respond to A/P related questions from employees, purchasing department and vendors.\n\u2022 Maintain the P.O. receipt account to insure old receipts are cleared.\n\u2022 Process payments and maintain records for sensitive items such as employee relocation costs and consulting agreements expeditiously and confidentially.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned (sorting mail, scanning, invoice coding, etc.)\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Two year degree in accounting is desirable with a minimum of four years of experience in accounts payable and an understanding of general accounting. Related work experience in high volume, large multi-location SAP environment.\n\u2022 Minimum two years experience with SAP\n\u2022 Prior experience processing W-9s, 1099's and sales and use taxes preferable.\n\u2022 Strong math and analytical skills and demonstrated capacity for accuracy while meeting deadlines.\n\u2022 Experience with automated accounting systems and personal computers required (SAP, Excel, Word).\n\u2022 Ability to interact with people at all levels of the organization, other external vendors and customers in a professional manner.\n\u2022 Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.\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\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-17 18:46:41", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27948838/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Accounts Payable Processor", "reqid": "AF13840", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 27948838}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Senior Clinical Research Associate\nJob Requisition #: NMD3166\nDate Posted: 04/16/2012\nCategory: Clinical Nursing\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPlan, organize and coordinate clinical studies. Identifies, selects, initiates and closes-out appropriate study sites for clincial studies. Creates all study related documents including clinical study protocols, clincial final reports, informed consents, Case Report Forms, and other documents. Performs investigator training, site audits, and reports progress of the clinical studies. Assure study compliance to study protocol, Domestic and International Good Clinical Practices Guidelines and ANS Standard Operating Procedures.\n\nMajor On-going Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Develops assigned investigational plans (including clinical protocol, case report forms, and all required documents)\n\u2022 Develop and coordinate IDE application submissions\n\u2022 May lead and direct the work of others/trains/mentors junior personnel\n\u2022 Implements clinical monitoring procedures from inception to end of clinical studies\n\u2022 Participates on multidisciplinary product/project teams\n\u2022 Conducts internal and external audits\n\u2022 Plans study budgets\n\u2022 Works with Clinical Operations on study site contracts/budgets\n\u2022 Train clinical site personnel and investigators\n\u2022 Assure study compliance and all safety information is reported appropriately\n\u2022 Maintain communication with sites\n\u2022 Present clinical study updates and summaries in written and oral reports\n\u2022 Assure accurate, complete and current records are maintained\n\u2022 Monitors (initiation, periodic and close-out visits) all clinical studies according to written GCPs and SOPs\n\nExperience and Training:\n\u2022 Bachelors degree in Nursing/Biology or Medical Field\n\u2022 5+ years experience clinical monitoring\n\u2022 Trained in Good Clinical Practices\n\u2022 Implant device clinical monitoring experience desired\n\u2022 Previous experience using word processing, spreadsheet, data management software programs required\n\u2022 The individual must posess technical writing and fundamental problem solving skills\n\u2022 Individual must have project management skills\n\u2022 Individual must have the ability to travel\n\nOther Skills and Characteristics:\n\u2022 Candidate should possess good writing and communication skills\n\u2022 A demonstrated comfort using personal computers and the willingness to learn specific software applications are essential.\n\u2022 The individual should have a scientific/medical background, interest in research methology, the ability to work independently.\n\u2022 Relies on extensive experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals\n\u2022 Performs a variety of tasks\n\u2022 The candidate should be innovative, people-oriented with good interaction skills.\n\u2022 May lead and direct the work of others\n\u2022 May train department personnel\n\u2022 May audit team work activities\n\u2022 A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-16 18:49:44", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27925649/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Clinical Research Associate", "reqid": "NMD3166", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27925649}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Engineer - Manufacturing\nJob Requisition #: 12985\nDate Posted: 04/16/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nEssential Functions: List the significant/essential duties, tasks or responsibilities which employees in this position are actually required to perform.\nManage projects which include new production equipment, process improvements and cost reductions while supporting new product introductions. Provide guidance to operators and technicians. Additional responsibilities include:\n\u2022 Perform manufacturing non-conformance root cause analysis, generate non-conforming material reports and interact with the non-conforming material review board on regarding Laser Assembly Processes and components\n\u2022 Provide technical mentorship and support to operators\n\u2022 Conduct Process FMEAs and Process Validations\n\u2022 Improve product quality, labor efficiency, and throughput through the use of Lean manufacturing concepts\n\u2022 Coordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of tooling, machinery and test equipment\n\nWork with Product Development to ensure Design for Manufacturability\nIndividual should:\n\u2022 Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction\n\u2022 Have excellent organization, documentation, problem solving, communication, and teamwork skills\n\u2022 Work effectively with cross-functional teams\n\nOther Duties: List any other important but non-essential and/or infrequent duties performed.\n\n\u2022 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: Describe minimum education and experience, including knowledge, skills and abilities, required to successfully perform the job. List any certificates, licenses, and/or registrations required.\n\u2022 BS, Electrical Engineering, Physics or Optics\n\u2022 5+ years manufacturing engineering experience\n\u2022 Solid state laser development, manufacturing and/or tuning experience\n\u2022 Medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 Strong analytical, problem solving skills\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-16 18:44:39", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27925634/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Manufacturing", "reqid": "12985", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27925634}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Device Monitoring Representative\nJob Requisition #: 12929\nDate Posted: 04/13/2012\nCategory: Technical Services\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under close and direct supervision on defined work assignments and/or usually following established procedures, answers technical and informational questions. Troubleshoots and resolves website problems and transmissions of patient data. Works in a call center work environment, exercising basic customer service skills in responding to remote patient monitoring inquiries from physicians, health care professionals, field staff, and patients. Responds accurately, promptly, and effectively to such inquiries and provides the basic clinical and technical interface between patients, the remote care medical community, and various Cardiac Rhythm Management Division (CRMD) departments. Proactively questions callers to identify and collect information to answer relatively complex inquiries regarding technical issues and/or complaints, as well as adverse events. Triages calls and may forward them to other CRMD personnel for further assistance when appropriate. Performs assignments of moderate complexity. Applies existing work methods to different known situations. Problems involve website navigation and troubleshooting, patient transmitter set-up, and product information for remote care products; usually refers more complex problems to supervisor or more senior level personnel. Remains abreast of remote care advancements within SJM and industry. Routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes.\n\nRequirements/Education: High school diploma or other specialized training/equivalent related experience. Typically a minimum of four or more years of progressively more responsible experience in a customer service, product support, IT, telecommunications or related role. Complete knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the job; requires a thorough knowledge of the practices and procedures of the function, company products, polices and programs. Demonstrated organizational skills, attentiveness to detail and the ability to work under close and direct supervision on defined work assignments is required. Incumbents are required to establish/maintain good working relationships and be able to work cooperatively and productively with others. Must be adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner while meeting assigned multiple projects/assignments. Must also have demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, organizational, and basic math skills. The comprehensive ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English is also required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech, demonstrated comprehension skills, and demonstrated competence in English spelling, grammar and punctuation. The ability to successfully pass a reading comprehension pre-employment examination is mandatory. The demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is essential. Must be able to use discretion and handle sensitive/confidential information. Demonstrated proficiency in operating a personal computer; the ability to pass a 10 key assessment examination. Must be proficient in using various PC-based software packages including spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and specialized applications. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance; the ability work overtime is also required. This position requires 24/hr., 7 day per week on-call availability.\n\nDesired Requirements: Fluently bilingual or multilingual in other languages is preferred. A healthcare, IT or telecommunications background is helpful. Experience in a technical support role to the medical device industry is preferred. Knowledge of cardiac anatomy/physiology and cardiac pacing/defibrillation systems from a clinical and technological perspective is desired.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-13 20:07:53", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27883027/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Device Monitoring Representative", "reqid": "12929", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27883027}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Sr. Manufacturing Engineer\nJob Requisition #: 12977\nDate Posted: 04/13/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Arecibo - - 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\nWith minimum supervision from direct supervisor, performs a variety of engineering assignments to meet quality standards in the most cost efficient manner. May supervise and provide technical assistance to exempt and non-exempt personnel. Will work closely with engineering and quality departments and have manufacturing responsibility for products at production level. Also will have the responsibility to qualify equipment or processes on replicated manufacturing lines. Responsible for the approval of procedures change request and qualifications documents. Many projects are broad in nature, the employee uses discretion to design project tasks to bring project to completion.\n\nRequirements/Education: Requirements include BS in Engineering, master degree is a plus. 5 years or more (internal and/or external in a related engineering role). Knowledge of FDA, GMP, and ISO guidelines is required. Strong statistical techniques knowledge (DOE, SPC) is required. PE license is a plus. Strong computer software knowledge (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point). Effective communication and presentation skills both in Spanish and English are required. Willing to travel and work under pressure.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-13 20:07:43", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27883014/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Manufacturing Engineer", "reqid": "12977", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 27883014}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Senior Quality Engineer\nJob Requisition #: 12975\nDate Posted: 04/13/2012\nCategory: Production\nLocation: Arecibo - - 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\nThis position has a dual purpose (1) to ensure compliance to company/divisional policies and procedures and with FDA and ISO requirements by reviewing failures, complaints, defect reports, and audit findings in order to coordinate corrective action and (2) perform internal and vendor/supplier audits to determine such compliance. This position will have responsibility for quality compliance for all products produced in the SJM-PRLLC facility. This position works with minimum supervision and has appreciable latitude for interviewed actions. Assignments are broad in nature and employee uses discretion to design project task and to bring the project to completion.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering required, advanced degree or process towards advanced degree is a plus. Must have 4+ years experience in manufacturing, quality control, quality assurance, or regulatory compliance, preferably in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry. Must be knowledgeable of GMP and ISO evidenced by successful completion of training in GMP, auditing principals, and contamination control. Prior experience auditing FDA regulations preferred. Must be bilingual (English and Spanish), possess good communication and analytical skills, and availability to work under deadlines. Credentials of a Certified Quality Engineer are a plus. Must be able to apply comprehensive knowledge of a particular field of specialization to the completion of assigned task.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-13 20:07:42", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27883013/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Quality Engineer", "reqid": "12975", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 27883013}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Manager - Product Marketing\nJob Requisition #: 12964\nDate Posted: 04/13/2012\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nEssential Tasks:\n\u2022Supporting Responsibility for the following product platforms on the US market:\nRadiAnalyzer, RadiAnalyzer Xpress, Quantien, PressureWire Receiver, PW USB Receiver (Ilumien), AO USB Receiver (Ilumien), Wi-Box, RadiView software, PhysioMon software, Accessories and cables. Develop, execute and follow-up product launch plans. Including: Forecasting, Production coordination, Regulatory coordination, Sales personnel training, MarCom material development (in conjunction with USD/MN/Uppsala), Communication strategy (in conjunction with USD/MN/Uppsala)\n\u2022Extensive field presence on the US market. Establish good contacts with professionals and users.\n\u2022Take part of planning and execution of product line and product training efforts (courses, workshops, etc.).\n\u2022Suggest pricing of product lines and individual products.\n\u2022Monitor and document the market segments in terms of competition, price movements, sales arguments and market changes.\n\u2022Effectively communicate gained knowledge within the organization.\n\u2022Market requirements specifications (including requirements from end user and sales organization).\n\u2022Make presentations to the USD Sales organization at product launches, meetings etc.\n\u2022Monitor use and implementation of existing Marcom Material within the market place. Suggest additional developments.\n\u2022Be an instrumental part in the product development process and make sure that the market needs will be reflected.\n\u2022Other duties as required\n\nEducation and/or Experience:\nExtended Cathlab experience. Technical or Clinical. Clinical Sales background.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-13 20:07:38", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27883010/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Manager - Product Marketing", "reqid": "12964", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27883010}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Portland", "description": "Cost Accountant Manufacturing\nJob Requisition #: PDX1021\nDate Posted: 04/13/2012\nCategory: Finance\nLocation: Portland - OR - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThe position functions a business partner and support for various financial matters such as budgeting, forecasting, product costing, manufacturing variances analysis & reporting, capital projects and other related financial requests. Assists the Controller in planning and execution the month-end closing activities for the respective business unit and accounts reconciliations.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\nOversees monthly closing for Accounting in SAP, including but not limited to review and approval of journal entries and preparation of inventory and other cost of goods sold schedules which are integral to the closing process.\nOversees the financial management of Portland NMD inventories including monthly reconciliation, cycle count results, annual revaluation and reserve assessment for risk exposure. Ensures that Portland NMD maintains compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley procedures relating to inventory and cost accounting processes.\nCoordinates with Manufacturing the annual operating plan for Manufacturing, including updating elements of standard costed bills of materials.\nProvides detailed variance analysis, including material purchase price, production scrap, and cycle count.\nCoordinates the quarterly excess and obsolete inventory review process, working closely with Supply Chain.\nFinancial representative on value stream teams, provide financial analysis and support to aid value stream team initiatives including cost and quality improvements.\nSkillful and safe operation of job-related equipment\nEffectively manage internal and external relationships of the job\nAbility to meet physical demands of job\nRegular and reliable attendance\nCompliance with all company policies\nMaintains inter-company transactions, reconciliations and relationships\n\nRequirements:\nBachelors Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related financial academic field. A minimum of five plus years of progressively more responsible accounting experience in a manufacturing environment. Must possess good detail orientation, excellent organizational and communication skills, familiarity with complex ERP accounting systems, preferrably SAP, exposure to internal and external audit requirements. Our work environment is fast-paced and dynamic. Good work ethic, flexibility, good judgment, and a positive and proactive attitude are important for a person to succeed.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-13 20:07:35", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27883003/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Cost Accountant Manufacturing", "reqid": "PDX1021", "state": "Oregon", "state_short": "OR", "location": "Portland, OR", "uid": 27883003}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Supervisor - Manufacturing\nJob Requisition #: 12994\nDate Posted: 04/13/2012\nCategory: Manufacturing\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\nThis is a Second Shift position.\n\nPosition Summary:\nThis position will be responsible for driving the process of continuous improvement and lean principles. Responsibilities include shift performance with respect to safety, quality, on-time delivery and cost.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\n\u2022 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\u2022 Promote safety and ensure a safe work environment and safe work habits.\n\u2022 Maintain high level of visibility with production staff. Use hands-on approach to communicate daily and involve production staff in problem solving.\n\u2022 Develop a high performance work team with high levels of worker morale, satisfaction, and performance.\n\u2022 Create and maintain a respectful work environment by listening, seeking facts to support decisions, managing one's own reactions, and addressing unacceptable behavior.\n\u2022 Help production staff succeed through performance management. Provide coaching and performance communication to support development.\n\u2022 Review general status of production schedules to identify and resolve problems.\n\u2022 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\u2022 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\u2022 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\u2022 Ensure adherence to all ISO and FDA quality regulations.\n\u2022 Support production staff in understanding company policies and practices.\n\u2022 Maintain time and production records.\n\u2022 Take notice of process related problems and support production staff in taking corrective action to improve the overall performance of the team.\n\u2022 Communicate with and listen to production staff on a daily basis regarding work team performance, strategic initiatives, policy changes, safety, quality, etc.\n\u2022 Communicate with other supervisors and appropriate personnel regarding equipment, safety, work center schedules, company policies and practices, performance improvement plans, etc.\n\u2022 Interview candidates for Value Stream and provide hiring decision for temp and regular positions.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 3 - 5 years of solid experience in a manufacturing operation.\n\u2022 Commitment to implementing and achieving safety, quality, customers service and cost goals by coaching and training associates.\n\u2022 Previous experience in a manufacturing operation with demonstrated ability to acquire and apply manufacturing principles a plus.\n\u2022 Demonstrated supervisory and coaching skills.\n\u2022 Solid knowledge, practical application, and use of Lean Principles and the commitment to those Principles.\n\u2022 Excellent communication skills.\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to work with and motivate people.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-13 20:07:34", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27883000/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Supervisor - Manufacturing", "reqid": "12994", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 27883000}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Human Resources Administrative Assistant II\nJob Requisition #: NMD3164\nDate Posted: 04/13/2012\nCategory: Human Resources Administrative\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\n\nThis position provides administrative support to the Organizational Development / Human Respources Department. This position assists as directed in the administration of procedures and practices related to recruiting, organizational training and support of internal programs that focus on the development of NMD employees.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Manage calendars & schedule meetings/interviews\n\u2022 Process invoices for payment, generate check requests for candidate travel & relocation, and track expenses\n\u2022 Support candidate relocation to include researching corporate housing availability, coordinating lease options, and managing lease transitions and invoicing\n\u2022 Support the contractor/consultant onboarding process\n\u2022 Generate monthly reports with key metrics for management\n\u2022 Support internal training class logistics to include manging scheduling, meeting room setup, food/beverage coordination and supporting presenter logistics.\n\u2022 Manage and maintain Orgainzational Chart\n\u2022 Support new hire onboarding and training intiatives\n\u2022 Support special projects and other administrative needs within Org. Dev. and HR.\n\u2022 Skillful and safe operation of job-related equipment [See Equipment Ability\u201d below]\n\u2022 Effectively manage internal and external relationships of the job [See Relationships\u201d below]\n\u2022 Ability to meet physical demands of job [See Physical Demands\u201d below]\n\u2022 Regular and reliable attendance\n\u2022 Compliance with all company policies\n\nOther Functions and Duties:\n\u2022 Order and maintain supplies as needed\n\u2022 Perform other assigned functions as necessary to support department needs\n\u2022 Collaborate with other departmental contributors for the completion of routine assignments\n\u2022 Completes special projects and perform other duties as assigned by management\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\n\u2022 General supervision and instruction given for routine work and detailed instructions given for new activities or special assignments.\n\nMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or other specialized training/equivalent related experience\n\u2022 Competence in English spelling, grammar and punctuation\n\u2022 Keyboard and computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office products to include Word, Excel, and Powerpoint\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Three years of demonstrated experience providing administrative support in the HR/Organizational Development environment\n\u2022 Organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work under direct supervision\n\u2022 Ability to handle multiple projects in a timely manner\n\u2022 Interpersonal skills including the ability to listen, resolve problems and the ability to deal with unexpected problems and events while effectively communicating and maintaining rapport with other employees\n\u2022 The ability to use discretion in handling sensitive/confidential information\n\u2022 Strong customer service and communication skills\n\nEquipment/Tools Ability: In order to perform the essential functions of the job, this position requires the ability to safely and effectively operate/use the following equipment/tools:\n\u2022 Utilizes a personal computer and a variety of standard office equipment including telephone, copier, fax, etc.\n\nRelationships:\n\u2022 Internal: Contacts are frequently with individuals within own department, other departments, and occasionally outside own organization. Contacts involve obtaining or providing information or data on matters of moderate importance to the function of the department or which may be of sensitive nature.\n\nWork Environment:\n\u2022 Works primarily in a standard office environment with air conditioning, good lighting, and moderate noise level.\n\nPhysical Demands:\nReasonable accommodations that do not impose an undue hardship will be made to allow individual to perform essential functions of the position.\n\u2022 In order to successfully perform the essential functions of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, and on occasion, travel. The employee may also be responsible for light lifting and handling of product items and office supplies, as well as using standard office equipment.\n\nNote: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and requirements, which may change from time to time based on business needs. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations that do not impose an undue burden may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-13 20:07:34", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27883002/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Human Resources Administrative Assistant II", "reqid": "NMD3164", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27883002}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Sr. SAP Business Analyst - Mfg\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12029\nDate Posted: 04/12/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\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 one of our Minnetonka, MN locations.\n\nJob Overview\nSt. Jude Medical is continuing to work through a multi-year SAP implementation while adding new phases. The Sr. SAP Business Analyst \u2013 Manufacturing will lead functional aspects of projects to implement changes on behalf of the business. They will analyze and document business processes, define changes to business processes and assists in modifying them, configure, test and implement enterprise-wide business systems.  Additionally, they will interview business partners to define detailed business requirements, map current processes to the desired state and identify gaps, such as program functions, output requirements, input requirements and sources, data conversion strategies, and system techniques and controls. Where appropriate, they will translate business requirements to functional specifications and technical requirements. They will also serves as the primary point of coordination and communication for a business domain to the business process owner and coordinate with business and technology teams to provision and test business systems to ensure they meet requirements.\n\nJob Duties:\nCollect and Document Requirements\n\u2022 Defines business needs by analyzing and documenting business processes; includes research, planning, writing user cases and project overviews, plus any supporting documentation\n\u2022 Gather requirements from customers to identify desired support needs\n\u2022 Scope the project and technical domain for the solution, based on data gathered\n\u2022 Prepare project and system related documentation consistent with standards and procedures outlined in the applicable development methodologies\n\u2022 Be responsible for understanding integration points within SAP and other systems/interfaces to fully grasp the impact of proposed system changes\n\nDefining Solutions\n\u2022 Perform feasibility studies and/or cost/benefit analyses in support of various initiatives\n\u2022 Maintain and document the logical and physical data models including data flow diagrams\n\u2022 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\u2022 Identify areas for continuous improvement (CI) measures to reduce overall support requirements; implement CI measures within the L2 team, proactively\n\u2022 Be 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\u2022 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\u2022 Lead meetings in the business area to review business processes and identify information system requirements and/or needs\n\u2022 Understand the various business entities and cross divisional relationships\n\u2022 Serve as a liaison between IS and the supported business areas\n\u2022 Communicate effectively with management to enhance their understanding of the opportunities and limitations of information systems\n\u2022 Lead 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\u2022 Coordinate support enhancements on large scale IT initiatives\n\u2022 Lead project teams consisting of intermediate and associate Business Analysts\n\u2022 Develop Test Plans, Cases, and Scripts and perform and coordinate Testing\n\u2022 Assist 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\u2022 Participate in the execution of post release Hypercare operations\n\u2022 Execute and measure Level 2 Operations team performance against a defined set of performance metrics\n\u2022 Develop and deliver end user training\n\u2022 Work on multiple projects at one time\n\nOther Duties\n\u2022 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\u2022 Provide updates and communication to customers, management and IT; escalate issues as appropriate\n\u2022 Provide management reporting for team goals, timelines and status\n\u2022 Act independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments; may supervise the activities of others during special assignments\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned\n\nGeneral Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Computer Science, MIS, and Mathematics, Engineering, Business or area of functional responsibility preferred, or equivalent 10 years of industry work experience\n\u2022 8 years of industry experience in a technical profession\n\u2022 Minimum of five years\u2019 experience in a lead role deploying ERP* Operations Functionality within Manufacturing including, master data, conversions, bill of materials, batch, serial numbers, etc.\n\u2022 Vast understanding of Planning and/or Manufacturing processes in an ERP* system\n\u2022 Ability to travel domestically and internationally 30 - 50%\n\u2022 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\u2022 Proficiency with extraction and analysis of data from prior systems to load to current ERP* systems\n\u2022 Ability to translate complex business requirements into ERP* configuration and development solutions\n\u2022 Intimate knowledge of the integration points within ERP* systems\n\u2022 Experience in multiple full lifecycle ERP* implementations\n\u2022 Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model\n\u2022 Ability to work in a highly matrix and geographically diverse business model\n\u2022 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\u2022 Extremely strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization\n\u2022 Ability to recognize communications difficulties, diagnose the symptoms at the core, and work diplomatically to resolve them\n\u2022 Strong organizational, attention to detail and task follow-up skills\n\u2022 Adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines\n*ERP preferred system is SAP\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-13 20:07:31", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27882999/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. SAP Business Analyst - Mfg", "reqid": "Corp 12029", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 27882999}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "RF Characterization Engineer\nJob Requisition #: 12377\nDate Posted: 04/13/2012\nCategory: Electrical Engineering\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - USA\nSylmar - CA - 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 a hands-on technical RF Characterization Engineer to work on RF characterization from IC to system level on implantable biomedical products.  These implantable pacemakers and implantable defibrillators save lives and provide therapy for serious medical conditions.\n\nOur devices are complex, low-power, embedded systems and include custom analog, digital, and mixed signal ICs, hybrids, and discrete components. The successful person in this role will have a good RF background with hands-on RF characterization experience and good breadth of electrical engineering knowledge.\n\nThe RF Characterization Engineer will comprehensively analyze designs, create appropriate characterization test plans with rationale for choices, critically evaluate results, and trouble-shoot through challenging problems.  This person will also work closely with other cross-functional groups such as Design, ATE, Firmware, Clinical Systems, and Manufacturing.\n\nRequired Skills:\n\n\u2022 MSEE with at least 2 years RF systems experience or BSEE with at least 3 years RF systems experience\n\u2022 Theoretical and practical understanding of RF at system level\n\u2022 Hands on RF characterization including use of RF bench equipment\n\u2022 Strong technical analysis and troubleshooting skills for products containing RF, analog / digital ICs, discrete components, embedded systems\n\u2022 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to multi-task\n\u2022 Track record working collaboratively across functions in successful product development\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to organize, analyze, document, prepare for characterization test plans, reviews, and reports\n\u2022 Ability to pick things up quickly\n\u2022 Motivated to learn about and ability to lead biomedical product development\n\nDesired Skills:\n\n\u2022 RF IC and RF Systems experience including ATE and bench equipment\n\u2022 Programming skills in C, LabWindows CVI\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-13 20:07:09", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27882978/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "RF Characterization Engineer", "reqid": "12377", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 27882978}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Mixed Signal IC Design Engineer\nJob Requisition #: 12378\nDate Posted: 04/13/2012\nCategory: Electrical Engineering\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - USA\nSylmar - CA - 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\nMixed Signal IC Design Engineer\n\nWe are seeking a talented and versatile IC designer to be a part of our Integrated Circuit Development organization. Our team designs ultra-low power mixed-signal IC\u2019s for use in St. Jude Medical\u2019s implantable pacemakers and defibrillators. These devices save lives and provide therapy for serious medical conditions.\n\nThe successful person in this role will have a solid mastery of mixed-signal IC design, with breadth and depth of knowledge across digital and analog design. In this role, the engineer will work closely with other members of the Analog and Digital Design groups, and play a key role in growing our mixed-signal design, and system-on-a-chip development capability.\n\nRequired Skills:\n\n- Solid background in analog IC design, knowledge of MOS device physics and design experience with common building blocks such as op amps, bias generators, bandgap references, switched capacitor circuits, etc.\n- Strong knowledge of simulation test bench development for mixed-signal (analog and digital) simulations, excellent simulation and debug skills, and working knowledge of mixed-signal testing.\n- Experience with Modelsim, NC-Verilog, VCS or similar digital logic simulators.\n- Experience with Verilog, C, and/or System Verilog.\n- Knowledge of the basic elements of writing synthesizable Verilog RTL code, including simple state machines, hardware register interfaces to an embedded MCU, and hierarchical design\n- Working knowledge of Matlab is desired.\n- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.\n- Demonstrated ability to clearly document design work and present and explain design choices.\n- Ability to work as part of a cross-functional and cross-site team, and design circuits with consideration for overall System Requirements\n\nEducation and Experience Requirements:\nBSEE or equivalent degree required, MSEE or equivalent preferred\nAt least 6 years industry experience in IC design\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-13 20:07:09", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27882979/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Mixed Signal IC Design Engineer", "reqid": "12378", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 27882979}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Senior RF Software/Hardware Engineer\nJob Requisition #: 12376\nDate Posted: 04/13/2012\nCategory: Software\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - USA\nSylmar - CA - 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 a talented and versatile RF Engineer with strong software skills to be a part of our RF Telemetry Hardware organization. Our team is responsible for the RF hardware design for use in St. Jude Medical\u2019s implantable pacemakers and defibrillators. These devices save lives and provide therapy for serious medical conditions. The RF telemetry system provides a critical communication link between those implantable devices and external programmers and interrogators.\n\nThe successful person in this role will have a strong background in firmware or software design, and a solid understanding of RF engineering. In this role, the engineer will work closely with other members of the RF and electrical system design groups, and play a key role in growing our RF telemetry capability.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\n- Software and Firmware design for RF hardware system design and characterization for implantable and external medical devices\n- Create software for RF system prototypes for output power measurements, optimization, tuning, sensitivity and parametric measurements.\n- RF laboratory measurements, including:\no Measurement of small antenna performance in TEM cells\no Evaluation of small inductive/magnetic loop antennas.\n- Develop, maintain, and support characterization firmware for use in RF system development\n- Interface with customers, vendors, and other department functions (manufacturing, mechanical designers, etc).\n\n\nRequired Skills:\n\n- BSEE (MSEE preferred) and at least 5+ years of experience in software and/or firmware design, with a strong background in RF\n- Programming experience in C, C++, and LabWindows CVI\n- Firmware programming experience on embedded microcontrollers\n- Proven ability to develop structured, revision-controlled code used by various other groups/organizations\n- Excellent RF laboratory skills, including the use of spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, slide-screw tuners, test automation, etc.\n- Familiar with BER, polarization, free space loss, S-parameters, Smith Charts, and other RF measurements and performance metrics\n- Ability to grow and adapt to other work functions.\n- Capable of independent work as well as part of small teams.\n- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.\n- Demonstrated ability to clearly document design work and present and explain design choices.\n- Ability to work as part of a cross-functional and cross-site team, and design circuits with consideration for overall System Requirements\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-13 20:07:08", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27882976/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior RF Software/Hardware Engineer", "reqid": "12376", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 27882976}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Maple Grove", "description": "Sr. Technician - R&D\nJob Requisition #: 12940\nDate Posted: 04/12/2012\nCategory: Research Technician\nLocation: Maple Grove - 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 Maple Grove.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nAssist R&D engineers and/or teams in the development and analysis of products, materials, processes, or equipment.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Coordinate and execute building of prototypes/products per engineering design and instructions.\n\u2022 Create fixtures for building and testing components and assembled products.\n\u2022 Develop test methods and create written test method documents.\n\u2022 Create and submit change requests into WindChill.\n\u2022 Use computers to operate various equipment and save data.\n\u2022 Test prototypes per engineering instructions and document test results.\n\u2022 Troubleshoot and suggest creative solutions to process, design, and testing issues.\n\u2022 Summarize and document test results.\n\u2022 Use internal and qualified external vendors to assist engineering teams to obtain supplies and services.\n\u2022 Support animal testing and clinical evaluations this includes working with animal tissue and animal blood.\n\u2022 Maintain QSR systems, including pre-production quality assurance procedures, pre-clinical testing programs, and post production QSR compliance in coordination with the Quality function.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Two year technical degree or equivalent experience\n\u2022 5+ years experience\n\u2022 Mechanical aptitude\n\u2022 Experience developing and testing medical devices, preferably interventional cardiology devices or cardiac surgery devices\n\u2022 Prior experience in Nitinol and self expanding stent related technologies is required\n\u2022 Requires solid computer (e.g. Microsoft Office), data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Strong manual dexterity and eye hand coordination\n\u2022 SolidWorks experience a plus\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 20:21:33", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27852718/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Technician - R&D", "reqid": "12940", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Maple Grove, MN", "uid": 27852718}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Clinical Program Budget Manager\nJob Requisition #: 12522\nDate Posted: 04/12/2012\nCategory: Finance\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 Program Budget Analyst will develop, analyze, and facilitate the execution of all Cardiovascular Clinical Affairs study budgets. This position will work with all clinical program managers and directors to ensure clinical trial financial forecasts are updated accurately and efficiently and are consistent with organizational objectives.\n\nRESPONSIBILITIES\n\u2022 Assists the Clinical Program Budget Manager in communicating budget timelines and preparing budgets for review\n\u2022 Negotiates changes to Clinical Trial site reimbursements and new site reimbursement agreements\n\u2022 Identifies and resolves budget and negotiation issues to a satisfactory conclusion meeting the needs of both clinical site customer and core business\n\u2022 Assists on monthly and quarterly direct clinical trial expense reporting, accruals and forecasting\n\u2022 Compiles negotiated cost history comparing the average, median, high, and lowest costs negotiated for each clinical trial\n\u2022 Inputs budget data into the company's budget templates and software system\n\u2022 Provides analysis to Clinical Program Budget Manager on each clinical trial budget and edits to budgets\n\u2022 Reviews budget data on a monthly and quarterly basis with clinical trial program managers\n\u2022 Assists Clinical management on budget planning related to Strategic planning\n\u2022 Works closely with the Finance department to ensure transparency and continuity of AOP budget data and monthly expense analysis\n\u2022 Follows Clinical operational processes in the preparation of clinical trial budgets\n\u2022 Ensures accuracy and completeness of the negotiated site reimbursements for the planning and tracking system\n\u2022 Tracks the negotiated budgets against the AOP plan\n\nREQUIREMENTS:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Finance or area of business management\n\u2022 2-4 years experience in finance and contract negotiation\n\u2022 Experience negotiating corporate or customer contracts\n\u2022 Knowledge of financial tracking software\n\u2022 Highly proficient in MS Excel\n\u2022 Experience structuring and performing sophisticated financial projections and analyses\n\u2022 Experience managing time efficiently and handling multiple tasks\n\u2022 Ability to assimilate detailed information into the bigger picture\n\u2022 Excellent written and oral communication skills with small or large group audiences\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 20:21:17", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27852714/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Clinical Program Budget Manager", "reqid": "12522", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 27852714}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Technical Services Engineer\nJob Requisition #: 12932\nDate Posted: 04/12/2012\nCategory: Technical Services\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under general supervision, is primarily responsible for providing clinical and technical support in response to inquiries from physicians, health care professionals, patients and field staff. Provides the clinical and technical interface between the medical community and the various Cardiac Rhythm Management departments.\n\u2022Lead several small teams in developing and testing technical tools and projects, including establishing ROI for projects, project plans, requirements, and test cases.\n\u2022Provide cross-functional input to various product development teams on field issues and enhancement requests.\n\u2022Attend advanced training sessions with product development engineering, then develop and present training for the RCTS team. Support questions from the team on an ongoing basis, as a subject matter expert on the remote care products, researching questions or testing behaviors, as needed.\n\u2022Periodically travel to support customer programs.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in electronic engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related engineering field. A minimum of four plus years experience in a technical support role to the medical device industry, including relevant desired experience in the cardiac pacing industry.\n\u2022Outstanding leadership skills, ideally with strong management potential.\n\u2022Communication skills (i.e.: written, verbal, and through presentations). Versatility to be able to communicate effectively and patiently with management, elderly patients, clinicians, field personnel, and various technical and non-technical teams.\n\u20224 or more years of engineering experience.\n\u2022Knowledge of databases would be a strength.\n\u2022Experience in a cross-functional engineering role and/or a customer-facing role is preferred.\n\u2022Excellent aptitude for learning complex systems, retaining information, and establishing creative troubleshooting techniques.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 20:21:08", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27852709/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technical Services Engineer", "reqid": "12932", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27852709}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Tech Serv Specialist, EP\nJob Requisition #: USD 9548\nDate Posted: 04/12/2012\nCategory: Clinical-Systems Engineering\nLocation: Central - Region - 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\nPosition located in Springfield, IL.\n\nWorking under moderate direction, provides engineering, sales, educational and technical support in response to field inquiries from physicians, health care professionals, patients, and field sales staff, involving both AF and CRM products. Performs work that involves a high degree of independence. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Exercises independent judgment in planning, organizing and performing work; monitors performance and reports status to manager.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors degree in Bio-Medical Engineering or related field required. Requires SJM Brady, Tachy, CRT, Ensite, and EP certification within 12 months of hire date. Requires HRS certification. A minimum of two plus years increasingly responsible experience in the cardiac pacing and related industries. Demonstrated knowledge of cardiology, electro-physiology, or cardiac electro-physiology procedures. Familiarity with cath lab and operating room procedures and protocol. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of cardiac pacing systems is also necessary. Must apply engineering skills and abilities to interpret and solve complex pacing ECGs. Must have comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, analytical, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. Must have the ability to concentrate on detail and work independently. Must be able to work effectively with engineers, technical specialists, vendors, and customers to achieve assigned goals; must be capable of coordinating multiple assignments simultaneously and effectively. Must possess comprehensive personal computer skills (experience with Microsoft Office or equivalent required) in graphics, word-processing, databases, authoring programs, etc., to develop presentation materials. Placement into this position requires written approval by the Area Vice President (AVP).\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 20:21:01", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27852705/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Tech Serv Specialist, EP", "reqid": "USD 9548", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 27852705}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Sr Program Management Manager\nJob Requisition #: 12896\nDate Posted: 04/12/2012\nCategory: Program Management Engineering\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nProvides leadership to a cross-functional team to develop and execute plans for commercialization of new products. Works through the Product Development Process from product concept through commercialization. Works cross-functionally with core team and functional managers to ensure that projects meet objectives and timelines. Provides guidance to core team members to assist in resolving conflicts and clearing barriers to maintain effective and timely progress towards project completion. Represents the core team to the organization, and reports team progress, project recommendations and issue resolution at senior staff meetings. Maintains the overall project plan and schedule for the core team to ensure project meets divisional goals.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Leadership and Accountability\no Overall accountability for program execution, typically new product development programs\no Report team progress and recommendations and resolution at senior staff meetings\no Represents the entire product development team to the organization\no Provide leadership to the team by working to define clear, realistic goals. Leads by example with excellent diligence, planning, analysis, and communication\no Ensure that the cross functional members work as a \"team\" focused on divisional goals\no Provide guidance to core team members on management techniques\no Identify and help clear barriers to maintain effective and timely progress\n\n\u2022 Project Management\no Delegate and manage the activities of the functional core team members\no Develop a \"general management\" understanding of the skills and tasks associated with a particular function. The team leader is not expected to be an expert with respect to all functional skills. Core team members are expected to bring those skills\no Core team members are expected to manage the efforts associated with their function if applicable. Core team leaders often manage the core team members at a higher level of detail but are expected to manage at the level that is necessary\no Apply the appropriate management techniques given project specific needs, risks and differences in core team member skill levels\no Resolve project resource issues, such as performance problems or availability problems\no Take the lead in the development and maintenance of the project IBP and project planning\no Facilitate all core team meetings. Issue agendas and minutes. Track progress against the project plan, business plan, project contract, and action items.\no Resolve conflicts within and outside the team\no Provide input into team member reviews\n\n\u2022 Communication\no Communicate frequently with all levels of the organization\no Communicate with PIB members to ensure that they understand the issues, recommendations, and plans. The team should factor PIB member and functional manager opinions and experiences into the development of their plans\no Clarify options and solution recommendations off-line to ensure effective PIB reviews and decision making\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 8-10 years experience in a regulated manufacturing environment\n\u2022 10+ years of cross-functional Project Management experience\n\u2022 Can synthesize complex business and technical aspects of large scale development programs\n\u2022 Excellent understanding of all of the functional skills required for the project\n\u2022 A relatively deep understanding of each functional area\n\u2022 Excellent understanding of all of the functional skills required for the project\n\u2022 Very high respect of all team members and senior management\n\u2022 Proven core team/functional leader\n\u2022 Drives innovation and change\n\u2022 Takes initiative\n\u2022 Can navigate the entire organization\n\u2022 Proven ability to work outside of a division\n\u2022 Open communication with team, functional mgmt, and PIB members\n\u2022 Effectively clarify issues and actions\n\u2022 Very good skills and proven ability to manage to plan and resolve issues\n\u2022 Proven project planning skills\n\u2022 Undergraduate degree in mechanical, biology, biomedical or chemical engineering (minimum)\n\u2022 Advanced degree in business or technology may be applicable\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 20:19:37", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27852679/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr Program Management Manager", "reqid": "12896", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27852679}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Technical Service Engineering Specialist\nJob Requisition #: 12699\nDate Posted: 04/11/2012\nCategory: Technical Services\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 business unit, located in Sunnyvale, CA:\n\nJob Overview\nFunctioning under general supervision in accordance with established policies/procedures, provides independent clinical and technical support in response to inquiries from physicians, health care professionals, patients and field staff using professional knowledge and judgment. This level of the Technical Service Engineer (TSE) provides the clinical and technical interface between the medical community and the various Cardiac Rhythm Management departments through consultation. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more biomedical engineering or other medical-related academic course of study. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Stays abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Promotes the process of continuous quality improvement and risk management, and coordinates solutions for technical and project issues. Exercises judgment in planning and organizing work; monitors performance and reports status.\n\nRequirements/Education: Requires a Bachelors Degree in electronic engineering, biomedical engineering, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of two plus years of work experience providing medical device industry technical support, including relevant experience in the cardiac pacing industry. Requires the demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices; demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, multi-task, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees, management and customers. Must be able to meet deadlines on multiple projects/assignments. Must also be able to establish/maintain good working relationships and be able to work cooperatively/productively with engineers, vendors, customers, and Field Clinical Engineers is required. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and specialized applications. Evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity required.\n\nDesired Requirements: Biomedical Engineering background. Knowledge of cardiac anatomy/physiology and cardiac pacing/defibrillation systems from a clinical and technological perspective is desired. A demonstrated understanding of electrocardiograms is also preferred.\n\nCandidate that can work in a fast-paced environment, with attention to detail, meet deadlines, and has excellent organizational skills. Knowledge in FDA CDRH regulations a plus.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 01:39:32", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27828034/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technical Service Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "12699", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 27828034}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Technician - Manufacturing\nJob Requisition #: 12751\nDate Posted: 03/27/2012\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 in St. Paul:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022Identify, analyze, and implement manufacturing improvements (e.g., processes, yields, and productivity)\n\u2022Test/troubleshoot manufacturing processes and equipment\n\u2022Modify existing and develop new tooling and fixtures\n\u2022Summarize, analyze, and provide recommendations from test results\n\u2022Assist in writing technical reports by capturing experiemental results and demonstrating technical writing skills\n\u2022Support new product introductions\n\u2022Support process validation activities for continuing production and for new product introductions\n\u2022Set-up production processes using established procedures and processes\n\nQualifications:\n\u20222 year technical degree preferred\n\u20222+ years experience, preferably in medical device industry\n\u2022Demonstrated experience in molding, tooling, troubleshooting equipment, and performing machine and process set-ups\n\u2022Experience in GMP, ISO, and FDA controlled environments preferred\n\u2022Proficient computer, data analysis and report writing skills\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 01:39:30", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27828027/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technician -  Manufacturing", "reqid": "12751", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27828027}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Engineer, Principal Human Factors Design\nJob Requisition #: 12778\nDate Posted: 04/10/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nEngineer, Prin Human Fact Desi\nSummary Working independently without appreciable managerial oversight and direction, creates, develops, and leads teams that execute human factors engineering process for critically important products and product lines with the purpose of meeting divisional growth objectives. Plans, leads and conducts customer and competitive research to identify, prioritize/develop new projects, create detailed usability improvement plans, conceptual design, select/manage external usability design resources, and lead internal and external development resources to conduct customer usability research, conceptual design development, usability testing, interaction design and usability validation. In addition, is responsible for usability initiatives across product/organizational lines, and for training staff members about relevant usability theory, resources, and technology. Primarily supports one or multiple major programs and may advise other multiple efforts. Considered the Human Factors Departments technical product or protocol expert. Applies theoretical principles and analytical techniques normally acquired in a recognized four-year or more of academic studies. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Applies advanced usability improvement principles to the evaluation and solution of complex product design problems. Remains abreast of and consults on usability improvement advancements. Creates and trains others in the use of the most effective, cost efficient and best usability related processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Exercises independent judgment in the planning, organizing and performing work; monitors own and project teams performance and reports status to management and program team. Assures that quality of services meets or exceeds internal and external customer requirements.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Human Factors, Engineering, and Marketing, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of ten plus years of progressively more responsible work experience with the design of software for complex applications. Requirements include an in-depth knowledge and experience of: human factors as well as cognitive psychology theory and application; the software development process, software technology, and effective methods of working with research & development teams; customers, trends, governmental factors and emerging research and technologies affecting product usability. A qualified record of implementing new processes to existing human factors and related systems. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Documented record of delivering software engineering information which adds value to managements decision making process. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized applications. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment. Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in human factors engineering, cognitive or experimental psychology, or in a field related to human-computer interaction. Experience with the cardiac pacing and defibrillation device market is also highly desirable. Academic or in-house courses in project management, leadership, training, continuous improvement (CI), and various technical applications as noted above.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 01:39:25", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27828017/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer, Principal Human Factors Design", "reqid": "12778", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27828017}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Engineer, Principal Human Factors Design\nJob Requisition #: 12779\nDate Posted: 04/10/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 business unit, located in Sunnyvale, CA:\n\nJob Overview\nEngineer, Prin Human Fact Design\n\nSummary Working independently without appreciable managerial oversight and direction, creates, develops, and leads teams that execute human factors engineering process for critically important products and product lines with the purpose of meeting divisional growth objectives. Plans, leads and conducts customer and competitive research to identify, prioritize/develop new projects, create detailed usability improvement plans, conceptual design, select/manage external usability design resources, and lead internal and external development resources to conduct customer usability research, conceptual design development, usability testing, interaction design and usability validation. In addition, is responsible for usability initiatives across product/organizational lines, and for training staff members about relevant usability theory, resources, and technology. Primarily supports one or multiple major programs and may advise other multiple efforts. Considered the Human Factors Departments technical product or protocol expert. Applies theoretical principles and analytical techniques normally acquired in a recognized four-year or more of academic studies. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Applies advanced usability improvement principles to the evaluation and solution of complex product design problems. Remains abreast of and consults on usability improvement advancements. Creates and trains others in the use of the most effective, cost efficient and best usability related processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Exercises independent judgment in the planning, organizing and performing work; monitors own and project teams performance and reports status to management and program team. Assures that quality of services meets or exceeds internal and external customer requirements.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Human Factors, Engineering, and Marketing, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of ten plus years of progressively more responsible work experience with the design of software for complex applications. Requirements include an in-depth knowledge and experience of: human factors as well as cognitive psychology theory and application; the software development process, software technology, and effective methods of working with research & development teams; customers, trends, governmental factors and emerging research and technologies affecting product usability. A qualified record of implementing new processes to existing human factors and related systems. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Documented record of delivering software engineering information which adds value to managements decision making process. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized applications. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment. Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in human factors engineering, cognitive or experimental psychology, or in a field related to human-computer interaction. Experience with the cardiac pacing and defibrillation device market is also highly desirable. Academic or in-house courses in project management, leadership, training, continuous improvement (CI), and various technical applications as noted above.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 01:39:24", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27828016/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer, Principal Human Factors Design", "reqid": "12779", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 27828016}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Product Development Technician II\nJob Requisition #: CRT13049\nDate Posted: 04/11/2012\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 Product Development Technician II to join our Minnetonka, MN based Cardiac Rhythm Management division. Within this role, the Product Development Technician II will help assist the product development teams in the development and analysis of products, materials, processes and equipment.\n\nImpacts this role will have within the CRM division:\n\u2022 Coordinate and execute building of prototypes/products per engineering design and instructions.\n\u2022 Create fixtures for building and testing components and assembled products.\n\u2022 Test prototypes per engineering instructions and document test results.\n\u2022 Troubleshoot and suggest creative solutions to process and design issues.\n\u2022 Summarize and document test results.\n\u2022 Use internal and qualified external vendors to assist engineering teams to obtain supplies and services.\n\u2022 Maintain QSR systems, including pre-production quality assurance procedures, pre-clinical testing programs, and post production QSR compliance in coordination with the quality function.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Two year technical degree or equivalent.\n\u2022 5+ years of medical device industry technician experience.\n\u2022 Experience with a variety of manufacturing processes.\n\u2022 Solid computer (e.g., CAD/Solidworks), data analysis and report writing skills.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Experience developing and testing medical devices, preferably interventional cardiology devices or cardiac surgery 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.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 01:39:17", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27827988/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Product Development Technician II", "reqid": "CRT13049", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 27827988}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Product Manager, Heart Valves\nJob Requisition #: ID11735\nDate Posted: 04/10/2012\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\nPOSITION SUMMARY\nIdentify, develop and execute Product Marketing commercialization plans for Mechanical and Tissue Heart Valve 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\n\u2022Plan and prepare product launches in cooperation with the Product Division /International Marketing and facilitate implementation throughout the geographies.\n\u2022Evaluate 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.\n\u2022Develop recommendations on translating data collected on customer needs into engineering measures to evaluate product\u2019s performance.\n\u2022Develop recommendations on appropriate process for new products and on pricing and positioning strategies.\n\u2022Prepare monthly new product launch updates for assigned products including metrics, strengths, gaps, strategies to close gaps, etc.\n\u2022Provide analyses that highlight sales opportunities, trends and issues.\n\u2022Provide rapid response to product issues and needs (e.g. competitive intelligence and approvals, clinical, regulatory and legal)\n\u2022Contribute to the development of the International Division's annual strategic plan and operating plan\n\u2022Develop marketing materials outside of new product launches\n\u2022Develop obsolescence strategy to manage complete product portfolio\n\u2022Represent the company by visiting accounts in order to solicit feedback on company products and services.\n\u2022Develop appropriate strategies and plans in order to monitor and respond to changes in the market place, competitors, and performance versus objectives by major geography.\n\u2022Work with the marketing manager to represent the Global viewpoint in the new product development process.\n\u2022Determine clear and specific priorities for the development of new products and product enhancements by defining customer needs and working with other internal functional groups.\n\u2022Rapid response to product issues and needs (e.g. competitive intelligence and approvals, clinical, regulatory and legal).\n\u2022Contribute toward the development of an annual departmental budget by forecasting future needs, utilizing previous year\u2019s budget, current objectives and budget guidelines.\n\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\n\u2022Bachelors degree in business, sciences, or nursing required\n\u20225+ years marketing experience within Medical Device Industry including market plan development and execution, working effectively in a complex, multi-tasking environment\n\u2022Previous experience managing multiple, simultaneous new product launches required\n\u20225+ years experience using spreadsheets, databases and presentation software\n\u2022Strong oral and written communication skills, influence management skills and negotiation skills, while remaining sensitive to cultural differences\n\u2022Strong analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills required\n\u2022Strong individual self starter who has ability to develop and execute on plans\n\u2022Strong conflict resolution skills to achieve results through cross functional groups\n\u2022Strong team player\u2014ability to work as a key member of the International Division marketing team.\n\u2022Strong leadership skills\u2014ability to function as the marketing lead\u201d on high profile projects around the world\n\u2022Project management skills\u2014ability to manage complex projects and programs. Ability to pull the appropriate functional and geographic functions together to support initiatives\n\u2022Ability to distinguish between Objectives, Strategies and Tactics\n\u2022Knowledge/experience with customer base\n\u2022Understanding of medical products clinical and regulatory process and environments\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\u2022MBA with marketing emphasis preferred\n\u20225+ years marketing experience representing EP or Interventional Cardiology products\n\u2022Previous experience collaborating with international marketing and sales teams\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:\n\u202220-25% 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.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 01:39:14", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27827893/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Product Manager, Heart Valves", "reqid": "ID11735", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27827893}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Engineer, Senior Hardware Design\nJob Requisition #: 12374\nDate Posted: 04/11/2012\nCategory: Tachy Product Development\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a talented and versatile RF Engineer to be a part of our RF Telemetry Hardware organization. Our team is responsible for the RF hardware design for use in St. Jude Medical\u2019s implantable pacemakers and defibrillators. These devices save lives and provide therapy for serious medical conditions. The RF telemetry system provides a critical communication link between those implantable devices and external programmers and interrogators.\n\nThe successful person in this role will have a solid mastery of RF engineering, with breadth and depth of knowledge across electrical design. In this role, the engineer will work closely with other members of the electrical system design groups, and play a key role in growing our RF telemetry capability.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\n- RF hardware system design for implantable medical devices\n- Create RF circuit prototypes for output power measurements, sensitivity and parametric measurements.\n- RF laboratory measurements, including:\no Measurement of small antenna performance in TEM cells\no Evaluation of small inductive/magnetic loop antennas.\n- Performing studies, RF modeling, simulation and other forms of analysis to predict component, interconnect, system and board level performance and to optimize design around complex requirements.\n- Refine and execute methodologies to carry designs into production.\n- Interface with vendors for the purchase, evaluation and testing of components.\n- Interface with customers, vendors, and other department functions (manufacturing, mechanical designers, etc).\n\n\nRequired Skills:\n\n- BSEE (MSEE preferred) and at least 5+ years of experience in RF design\n- Thorough understanding of RF components such as dual directional couplers, splitters, programmable attenuators.\n- Excellent RF laboratory skills, including the use of spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, slide-screw tuners, test automation, etc.\n- Experience in antenna matching and matching network design for a miniaturized radio.\n- Familiar with Link Budget Analysis, BER, Polarization, free space loss, S-parameters, Smith Charts, Modulation standards and Noise figure calculations.\n- Ability to work with mixed signal domains in creating PCB and subassemblies for small production runs.\n- Ability to grow and adapt to other work functions.\n- Capable of independent work as well as part of small teams.\n- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.\n- Demonstrated ability to clearly document design work and present and explain design choices.\n- Ability to work as part of a cross-functional and cross-site team, and design circuits with consideration for overall System Requirements\n\nDesired Skills:\n- Programming experience in C, C++, LabWindows CVI\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 01:38:38", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27827376/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer, Senior Hardware Design", "reqid": "12374", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27827376}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Engineering Group Leader\nJob Requisition #: 12375\nDate Posted: 04/11/2012\nCategory: Tachy Product Development\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - USA\nSylmar - CA - 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 a hands-on highly technical Engineering Group Leader to directly work on and lead a small team of engineers on RF characterization from IC to system level on implantable biomedical products.  These implantable pacemakers and implantable defibrillators save lives and provide therapy for serious medical conditions.\n\nOur devices are complex, low-power, embedded systems and include custom analog, digital, and mixed signal ICs, hybrids, and discrete components. The successful person in this role will have a strong RF background including hands-on RF characterization and leadership skills.\n\nThe group lead will play a key role in growing our RF characterization capabilities and setting the example of comprehensive analysis of design, creation of appropriate characterization test plans with rationale for choices, critical evaluation of results, and trouble-shooting.  This person will work closely with other cross-functional groups such as Design, ATE, Firmware, Clinical Systems, Manufacturing, and Program Management.\n\nRequired Skills:\n\n\u2022 MSEE with at least 3 years or BSEE with at least 5 years of RF systems experience\n\u2022 Theoretical and practical understanding of RF at system level\n\u2022 Hands on RF characterization including use of RF bench equipment\n\u2022 Experience leading / mentoring engineers in RF characterization\n\u2022 Strong technical analysis and troubleshooting skills for products containing RF, analog / digital ICs, discrete components, embedded systems\n\u2022 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to multi-task\n\u2022 Track record working collaboratively across functions in successful product development\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to organize, analyze, document, prepare for characterization test plans, reviews, and reports\n\u2022 Ability to pick things up quickly\n\u2022 Motivated to learn about and ability to lead biomedical product development\n\u2022 Recruiting and team building\n\nDesired Skills:\n\n\u2022 RF IC and RF Systems experience including ATE and bench equipment\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-12 01:38:12", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27827357/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineering Group Leader", "reqid": "12375", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 27827357}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr Applied Research Software Eng\nJob Requisition #: AF13846\nDate Posted: 04/09/2012\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\nSt. Jude Medical, AF Division in St. Paul, MN seeks a Senior Applied Research Software Engineer to develop and implement advanced algorithms in Linux/UNIX and C/C++ for atrial fibrillation products and systems related to image processing and analysis. Provide support to port features from a research prototype platform to a commercialized product platform. Create custom software applications for preclinical research studies. Work closely with product development software engineers to specify and commercialize Applied Research Software features. Author and maintain design documentation and provide expertise and software development of GUI, OpenGL, algorithms and data processing.\n\nRequires Master\u2019s degree in Computer Science & Engineering, plus at least two years or the full-time equivalent of two years (or at least 4000 total hours) of industry or graduate-level academic research experience as a research assistant or applied research software engineer researching, designing and implementing applied research algorithms for medical device products and systems related to image processing and analysis using Linux/UNIX, Microsoft Visual Studio, C/C++, GUI, OOD,VTK, Open GL, DICOM, FLTK and Software Version Control Software. Experience may be gained concurrently.\n\nSubmit resumes online at www.sjm.com, requisition number AF13846.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-10 02:03:57", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27772906/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr Applied Research Software Eng", "reqid": "AF13846", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27772906}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Manager, Senior Product Launch\nJob Requisition #: 12759\nDate Posted: 04/09/2012\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nMgr, Sr Product Launch\nSummary Acting independently and within broad policy, has primary management responsibility for developing comprehensive and integrated portfolio and commercial launch strategies within core CRM markets and product segments. Responsible for developing, executing and managing implementation of product commercialization launch plans. Recommends, interprets and implements corporate, division or organizationally specific policies and procedures to accomplish assignments and resolves a broad range of issues and problems. Troubleshoots complex problems. Exercises discretion and sound judgment in planning/organizing work; monitors performance and reports status to management.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: Bachelors degree in Marketing, Engineering, Business, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of ten plus years of progressively more responsible experience in medical device or pharmaceutical marketing capacity, with an emphasis on full-cycle product launch activity and commercial execution. Requires demonstrated, meaningful experience in successful launch planning and execution, particularly with product platforms. Requires highly developed leadership skills/experience, including the ability to map task interdependencies, prioritize such tasks, and develop, monitor and live within budgets as well as the demonstrated ability to forecast major milestones. Must be skilled at delegation, follow-up, and team meeting multiple project schedules on time. Must have the demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable regulatory and company operating procedures, processes, policies and rules. Must be able to work cooperatively and productively with others. Advanced evaluation skills, originality and ingenuity are musts as are demonstrated verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication skills (i.e., English grammar and style), negotiation, interpersonal and presentation skills are essential. Must be able to demonstrate advanced personal computer skills including experience with relevant systems/applications, word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access). Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration such as an MBA. Professional certification or designation. Academic courses in leadership, training, Continuous Improvement (CI), cycle time improvement, or related programs preferred.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-10 02:03:54", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27772905/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Manager, Senior Product Launch", "reqid": "12759", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27772905}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr. Telephony Engineer\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12027\nDate Posted: 04/09/2012\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\nPlease note - this position could be located in St. Paul, MN; Dallas, TX; Austin, TX; or Irvine, CA, however there is no relocation assistance available.\n\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 a 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\u2022 Present technical information along with financial impacts to management and business clients to obtain approvals and funding for projects\n\u2022 Lead design and implementation of voice, video and conferencing hardware and software services including delegation of tasks to other project team members\n\u2022 Assist with telephony architectural direction and service roadmap creation\n\u2022 Document and maintains telephony standards documents (COE)\n\u2022 Maintain current state diagrams and documentation of telephony, video and conferencing systems\n\u2022 Perform preventative maintenance and security administration functions\n\u2022 Set service expectations for changes with vendors and coordinate delivery of their services\n\u2022 Be accountable and responsible for software and hardware updates of telecommunications, video and conferencing systems\n\u2022 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\u2022 Perform regular and periodic utilization and capacity planning analysis and reports\n\u2022 Maintain competency in related technologies, including operating systems, associated tools and sub-systems\n\u2022 Interface with others on system infrastructure problems, technical concerns, and financial issues\n\u2022 Provide 24x7 on-call support as part of rotating team coverage\n\nQualifications Required:\n\u2022 Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Telecommunications or 8+ years of equivalent network and telephony experience\n\u2022 10+ years of information technology experience including at least 2 years or more of direct customer support\n\u2022 5+ years of direct hands on experience administrating and installing Cisco CallManager, Cisco Unity Voicemail and Cisco IPCC Express\n\u2022 5+ years of Cisco IOS experience, specifically regarding QoS and voice gateway configurations (MGCP, SIP, H.323)\n\u2022 Relevant certifications desired (CCVP, CCNP, CCIE - Preferred)\n\u2022 Excellent written and verbal communications skills\n\u2022 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\u2022 Demonstrated oral and written interpersonal, communication, analytical, presentation, and organizational skills; the ability to meet deadlines/work independently\n\u2022 Must be adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines\n\u2022 Ability to travel internationally, up to 10%\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-10 02:03:46", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27772904/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Telephony Engineer", "reqid": "Corp 12027", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27772904}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Co-op - Mechanical Engineering Student - July - Dec.\nJob Requisition #: 12785\nDate Posted: 04/09/2012\nCategory: CO-OP\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nHardware Development Co-op Job Description - July through mid Dec.\n(Mechanical Engineering)\n\n\nThe co-op program provides practical work knowledge and experience. This co-op engineering position will provide general support to product development in the design, development, testing and manufacturing phase. Co-ops will interface with Research and Development, Product Engineers, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs and Program Managers.\n\nLearning experience includes:\n1. Applying fundamental engineering principles to real world designs\n2. Responsible for designing, fabricating and the assembling all forms of medical devices from initial concept to completion or modification and customization utilizing CAD software such as Pro/Engineer.\n3. Designs and executes mechanical & electrical tests of ICDs and Pacers. Data collection and analysis, including writing engineering test procedures and reports.\n4. Assist in managing engineering related issues and technical support at a production level.\n5. Manage projects and communicate project status including formal presentation to the engineering and management community\n6. Working with cross-functional team members to achieve organizational goals\n7. Maintain accurate record-keeping of design and fabrication of devices, and prepare documentation such as operating instructions and project records and drawing revision control in a form of engineering change orders (ECO) utilizing product life management software such as Teamcenter.\n\nSkills and traits we typically look for, but are not limited to, include:\n\n1) At least a junior level student in Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering.\n2) Very familiar with computer aided design software such as Pro/Engineer or Solidworks.\n3) Familiar with product life cycle programs (i.e. Teamcenter) a plus\n4) Needs to know the basics of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint\n5) Knowledge of drafting techniques and tool design\n6) Excellent communication and teamwork skills for working will all levels of employment and outside vendors\n7) Ambitious and willing to learn new things; Not afraid of new challenges\n8) Ability to multi-task and switch to higher priority tasks with little notice\n9) Knowledge of how to apply basic engineering principles to product and/or component specifications.\n\nDetails:\nBachelor's Students - 18/hr\nMaster's Students - 22/hr\nPhD Students - 25/hr\n\nWe provide full housing and travel reimbursement.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-10 02:03:43", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27772893/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Co-op - Mechanical Engineering Student - July - Dec.", "reqid": "12785", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27772893}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Deskside Technician\nJob Requisition #: AF13844\nDate Posted: 04/09/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\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 Deskside Technician. The successful candidate will, under general supervision and in accordance with technology standards, deploy and support desktop operating systems, applications, software, and end user hardware applications across all AFD locations in the Twin Cities. This individual will be required to accomplish tasks reliably, dependably, and on schedule.\n\nImpacts this role will have:\n\u2022 Configure and install new and existing PCs in a Windows based network environment. Work with client images for deployment of operating systems to desktops. Deploy and support applications, software, and end user hardware. Support LAN connectivity from the workstation to the network switch for all client end points .Provide level 1-2 break-fix analysis of both hardware and software issues on all client processing platforms.\n\u2022 Effectively manage service requests using the incident management application. Prioritize and execute tasks under high pressure circumstances, with guidance from supervisor.\n\u2022 Create and maintain documentation on procedures as required.\n\u2022 Assist in testing of updates within defined change control processes.\n\u2022 Other duties as required\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 1-3 years related IT support experience and solid understanding of standard PC hardware required.\n\u2022 Experience with various makes and models of PC's, and all related peripherals.\n\u2022 Demonstrated technical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.\n\u2022 Proficient in support of current Windows operating systems and Office applications.\n\u2022 Solid communication and customer service skills, including ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical individuals.\n\u2022 Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, and travel between buildings within the Twin Cities.\n\u2022 Ability to provide occasional after-hours support when necessary\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 AS or BS in a related field and certification in Microsoft Desktop Support Series (MCAS or MOS) or equivalent.\n\u2022 Experience in medical device manufacturing processes and clean room environments a plus.\n\u2022 Any technical Microsoft certifications a plus.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-10 02:03:33", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27772881/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Deskside Technician", "reqid": "AF13844", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 27772881}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Supervisor - Medical Device - 2nd Shift\nJob Requisition #: 12906\nDate Posted: 04/09/2012\nCategory: Manufacturing\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nMedical device experience preferred. This 2nd shift 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\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Accountable for shift's safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost performance.\n\u2022 Drive continuous improvement efforts to improve metric performance.\n\u2022 Promote safety and ensure a safe work environment and safe work habits.\n\u2022 Maintain high level of visibility with production staff. Use hands-on approach to communicate daily and involve production staff in problem solving.\n\u2022 Develop a high performance work team with high levels of worker morale, satisfaction, and performance.\n\u2022 Create and maintain a respectful work environment by listening, seeking facts to support decisions, managing one's own reactions, and addressing unacceptable behavior.\n\u2022 Help production staff succeed through performance management. Provide coaching and performance communication to support development.\n\u2022 Review general status of production schedules to identify and resolve problems.\n\u2022 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\u2022 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\u2022 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\u2022 Ensure adherence to all ISO and FDA quality regulations.\n\u2022 Support production staff in understanding company policies and practices.\n\u2022 Maintain time and production records.\n\u2022 Take notice of process related problems and support production staff in taking corrective action to improve the overall performance of the team.\n\u2022 Communicate with and listen to production staff on a daily basis regarding work team performance, strategic initiatives, policy changes, safety, quality, etc.\n\u2022 Communicate with other supervisors and appropriate personnel regarding equipment, safety, work center schedules, company policies and practices, performance improvement plans, etc.\n\u2022 Visionary in long range value stream strategy\n\u2022 Contribute to annual budgeting process\n\u2022 Identify, pursue and implement system/operational level improvements\n\u2022 Drive culture changes with initiatives such as 5S, SMED, OEE, OLE and DMAIC\n\u2022 Interview candidates for Value Stream and provide hiring decision for temp and regular positions.\n\nAccountability/Supervision:\nAssignments are received in task oriented terms. Provides direction to subordinates using established policies and precedents. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall quality and efficiency.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 5 -7 years of solid experience in a manufacturing operation.\n\u2022 B.A or B.S. degree preferred.\n\u2022 Commitment to implementing and achieving safety, quality, customers service and cost goals by coaching and training associates.\n\u2022 Previous experience in a manufacturing operation with demonstrated ability to acquire and apply manufacturing principles a plus.\n\u2022 Demonstrated coaching skills.\n\u2022 Solid knowledge, practical application, and use of Lean Principles and the commitment to those Principles.\n\u2022 Excellent communication skills.\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to work with and motivate people.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-10 02:03:03", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27772867/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Supervisor - Medical Device - 2nd Shift", "reqid": "12906", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27772867}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Web Lead\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12020\nDate Posted: 03/22/2012\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\nThis Web Lead position works directly with the project managers, business analysts, internal business customers and infrastructure groups as needed to design, document, build and test information delivery solutions. They are responsible for creating, maintaining and executing team processes, standards and production delivery. Additionally, their responsibilities include reviewing and overseeing existing processes to ensure St. Jude Medical aligns with industry best practices, creating and maintaining team processes, and development and support standards for their environment.\n\nJob Duties:\n\u2022 Oversees software design specifications which meet all the business requirements, utilizing the appropriate notations and templates\n\u2022 Provide technical leadership in developing service applications and analyzing business requirements\n\u2022 Participates and/or facilitates in the requirement specification process for new software functionality to ensure that definitions of new functionality are clearly defined, fully understood and deliverable\n\u2022 Collaborates with team business analysts to determine appropriate software capabilities, functionality and design options\n\u2022 Performs peer reviews to ensure designs are consistent with organizational development standards and align with industry guidelines/best practices\n\u2022 Participates in creation of testing plans and in the execution of test cases. May develop the testing and validation of new software or enhancements to ensure software changes meet functional requirements\n\u2022 Participates in and oversees the design, development and testing of complex enhancements spanning multiple applications\n\u2022 Evaluates new technologies and provide assessments, presentations and recommendations on overall fit into SJM\u2019s environment and strategy\n\u2022 Participates in developing and maintaining the roadmap for technology tools and environments\n\u2022 Provides post-production application support as required. Responsibilities may include consultation, problem identification, data analysis, and / or emergency repairs; requirements for support could entail a rotating 24x7x365 shift coverage\n\u2022 Assists in providing technical expertise in evaluating and determining what new technologies will work within current and future product delivery environments\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in computers, business, or related field or a minimum of 15 years related technology experience. Master\u2019s degree preferred\n\u2022 Ability to produce clear technical documentation and oversee technical review processes\n\u2022 Ability to help customers understand capabilities and translate requirements into solutions that are practical to implementation, robust and scalable\n\u2022 Oversees and reviews technical documentation and review processes\n\u2022 Ability to provide support on a rotating 24x7x365 shift\n\u2022 Ability to work in a highly matrix and geographically diverse business model\n\u2022 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\u2022 Excellent verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization\n\u2022 Strong organizational, attention to detail and task follow-up skills\n\u2022 Adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines\n\u2022 Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model\n\u2022 Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills\n\nTechnical Qualifications:\n\u2022 10 years\u2019 experience with the broad spectrum of software delivery lifecycle activities including analysis, design, development, implementation and support\n\u2022 9 years\u2019 experience with complete solution deliver working with the following platforms\no HTML with CSS layouts in web standard based approach for cross browser compatibility\no JavaScript, Query, and client side AJAX functionality\no SQL Server, SQL queries, stored procedures and XML\no Microsoft Web Platform - ASP.NET, ADO.NET and general .NET framework\n\u2022 9 years\u2019 experience with software configuration management and release management\n\u2022 7 years\u2019 experience with system solution architecture (hardware, software, process, and people)\n\u2022 5 years of experience delivering web content management based solutions\no Data Templates and Content Hierarchy for a multi-site environment\no Content controls and interactive forms\no Page layouts with multi-lingual and multi-device rendering\n\u2022 4 years\u2019 experience as a team leads or line manager. Previous experience with performance management, employee selection and budget management preferred\n\u2022 4 years experience running an on call production support operation\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-10 02:02:45", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27772865/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Web Lead", "reqid": "Corp 12020", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27772865}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Field Clinical Engineer\nJob Requisition #: USD 9558\nDate Posted: 04/09/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: West Coast - Region - 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\nWorking under general supervision, The Field Clinical Engineer (FCE) is responsible for supporting the EP-Workmate System sales and marketing process, by providing clinical consultation, teaching and support on the use of the EP-Workmate System and its appropriate application in the clinical setting. Provides field support for clinical studies programs, accurate technical support/ troubleshooting, and strategic collaboration with Sales to develop business in the local territory. Works within a small team atmosphere, including Sales Reps and their respective Regional Management, to develop individual account and territory sales strategies; Performs training and other related logistics coordination and gathers market/customer related feedback to ensure annual operating objectives attained. The FCE participates in the sales and marketing process and is responsible for ensuring all new accounts are established in accordance with St. Judes AF Divisions educational and in-service specific objectives and that ongoing product utilization is encouraged when necessary or requested through in-lab support and consultation with the EP and other lab support personnel.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Nursing, Engineering, Biological Sciences, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of three plus years of progressively more responsible relevant clinical work experience in cardiology, electro-physiology, or working with implantable ICDs, pacemakers, or cardiac electro-physiology procedures. Familiarity with cath lab and operating room procedures and protocol. Experience with programmable medical devices and software-based electrophysiology medical systems preferred. Must have demonstrated personal computer skills and be able to perform word processing/spreadsheet tasks to perform documentation, presentation, and analysis activities. Requires demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, follow-up skills, and the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees, management, and customers. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment. Documented record of delivering research information which adds value to managements decision making process. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity required.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional Health Science certification or designation.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-10 02:02:44", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27772859/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Field Clinical Engineer", "reqid": "USD 9558", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 27772859}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Labeling Coordinator I\nJob Requisition #: AF13828\nDate Posted: 04/06/2012\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 a talented, results-oriented Labeling Coordinator I to join our St Paul, Minnesota team. Within this role, the Labeling Coordinator will assist in the creation, revision and proofreading of product labeling components (Labels, IFUs, inserts). Initiates and coordinates the processing of change requests to labeling components to assure timely completion. Assures the labeling components (IFUs and associated product labeling) conform to the style, formatting and content required in SJM standards, worldwide standards and regulations for product labeling.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Using standard operating procedures, create, edit and maintain product labeling in compliance to applicable regulations and standards. This includes all labels on product packaging including boxes, pouches and inserts shipped with the product.\n\u2022 Create and coordinate change orders with Document Control, and ensure that documentation is compliant with FDA and ISO regulations.\n\u2022 Minor editing and maintenance of instructions for Use (IFU or product manuals) and product labeling with guidance from Manager and Labeling Specialist.\n\u2022 Coordinate with external suppliers as required on labeling changes and translations.\n\u2022 Assist in the creation, editing and maintenance of labeling procedures to assure compliance to regulations worldwide such as 21 CFR 801 & 820, ISO 13485, Canada Food and Drugs Act Sections 21 - 23, TGA, etc.\n\u2022 Research and evaluate new documentation tools and methods; document and improve documentation processes.\n\u2022 Other duties as required.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Associates degree.\n\u2022 1+ years\u2019 experience working with product labeling, and electronically creating and managing change requests.\n\u2022 Ability to work on multiple projects.\n\u2022 Strong written and oral communication.\n\u2022 Teamwork, diligence, purposefulness, focus and persistence.\n\u2022 Experience working with Microsoft Word and Excel.\n\u2022 Capacity to learn new software applications as required.\n\u2022 Ability to work with limited day-to-day supervision.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 SAP.\n\u2022 Working with product labeling in a FDA regulated environment.\n\u2022 Advanced user of Microsoft Word and Excel.\n\u2022 Strong understanding of FDA and ISO quality system requirements.\n\u2022 Demonstrated medical device industry experience.\n\u2022 Strong product technical skills.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-06 20:16:13", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27704526/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Labeling Coordinator I", "reqid": "AF13828", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27704526}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Senior Product Labeling Specialist\nJob Requisition #: AF13843\nDate Posted: 04/06/2012\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 Labeling Specialist to provide product labeling expertise and consultation. Within this role, the Senior Labeling Specialist will oversee the maintenance of product labeling. Additional responsibilities will include collaboration with the Regulatory, Marketing, Product Development and Documentation departments, developing and maintaining IFU (Manuals), associated product labeling, matching the style and formatting of SJM standards for product labeling and maintaining compliance of the labeling to applicable worldwide standards and regulations.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Working under general supervision, the individual plans and provides project management (schedule, deadlines, risk assessment and resolution plans) on assigned projects and assigns task deliverables to Labeling Coordinators.\n\u2022 Edit and maintain Instructions for Use (AKA IFU or product manuals) utilizing input from Regulatory, Marketing, and Product Development departments.\n\u2022 Maintain product labeling in compliance to applicable regulations and standards. This includes all labels on product packaging including boxes, pouches and inserts shipped with the product.\n\u2022 Coordinate change orders with Document Control, and ensure that documentation is compliant with FDA and ISO regulations.\n\u2022 Coordinate with external suppliers as required on labeling changes and translations.\n\u2022 Edit and maintain labeling procedures to assure compliance to regulations worldwide such as 21 CFR 801 & 820, ISO 13485, Canada Food and Drugs Act Sections 21 - 23, TGA, etc.\n\u2022 Research and evaluate new documentation tools and methods; document and improve documentation processes.\n\u2022 Review marketing literature as required to assure claims are compliant with the IFU and labeling.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Associates Degree.\n\u2022 5+ years quality and/or regulatory experience.\n\u2022 3+ years experience working with product labeling, design dossiers, quality systems and/or regulatory labeling.\n\u2022 Excellent communication skills as recognized by team members and management.\n\u2022 Demonstrated project management skills to handle complex tasks with little or no direction.\n\u2022 Strong organizational skills with a detail orientation.\n\u2022 Skilled user of MS Word, MS Excel and/or MS Project.\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building cross-functional relationships and groups.\n\u2022 Energized attitude to drive effective results, as recognized by peers and project team customers.\n\u2022 Strong product technical skills.\n\u2022 Strong understanding of FDA and ISO quality system requirements.\n\u2022 Engaged in ongoing professional development to grow and demonstrate technical skills.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 BA, BS, Technical Communication or related field.\n\u2022 Demonstrated medical device industry experience is required.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-06 20:16:11", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27704525/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Product Labeling Specialist", "reqid": "AF13843", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27704525}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Irvine", "description": "Senior Electrical Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13804\nDate Posted: 04/05/2012\nCategory: Electrical Engineering Advanced Process Development\nLocation: Irvine - CA - 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 our Atrial Fibrillation Division in Irvine, CA.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Advanced Process Development-Systems (APDS) group in AFD-Irvine involves with new product development, product engineering support and develops processes and test systems for instrumentation manufacturing. We are seeking a talented, hands-on Senior Electrical Engineer to provide technical leadership on key projects, provide solutions that meet market and customer needs along with regulatory requirements. Plan, and organize engineering projects to meet company objectives for design, new product development and improvement of existing product lines \u2013 from project approval through volume production.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\n\u2022 Serve as technical leader for new product development and product improvement projects.\n\u2022 Provide in-depth analysis and innovative technical solutions.\n\u2022 Maintain and develop expertise on current technology, and apply technology to new product development.\n\u2022 Collaborate with PD (product development) Engineering, Manufacturing and other departments to provide design, development testing and deployment of projects.\n\u2022 Plan and organize projects to ensure timely and effective delivery into production and overall completion.\n\u2022 Manage multiple, parallel projects using formal project planning techniques.\n\u2022 Coordinate and lead project meetings with department representatives to ensure each project is meeting timeline.\n\u2022 Confer with project team members to address work procedure or project status questions, and resolve technical issues/complaints.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\n\u2022 BS in Electrical or Bioengineering and minimum 6 years relevant experience or MS in Electrical or Bioengineering and minimum 3 years relevant experience.\n\u2022 5 or more years of direct experience in medical device industry.\n\u2022 Experienced in system design, embedded system design, analog and digital circuit design, embedded software. Knowledge of real time operating system.\n\u2022 Demonstrated strong technical and analytical/problem solving skills.\n\u2022 Write test protocols, reports and specifications. Perform bench and design V&V testing.\n\u2022 Experience with engineering change orders, documentation needs, protocol and report writing. Familiarity with d/pFMEA, DOE and QSR design control.\n\u2022 Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate ideas to facilitate change at all levels of the organization.\n\u2022 Experienced with EE CAD tools.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\n\u2022 Adhere to medical device design control processes. Generate and maintain DHF (Design History File) during product development as required by project.\n\u2022 Experience with managing engineering projects and/or formal project management training\n\u2022 System architecture design experience.\n\u2022 Familiar with IEC standard; familiar with AAMI standards; familiar with system electrical safety requirements and EMI/EMC requirements.\n\u2022 Development of IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and reports for manufacturing equipment.\n\u2022 Experience with a variety of manufacturing processes\n\u2022 Experience using Lean Sigma or other Design for Manufacturability toolset required.\n\u2022 Review components for reliability, performance, and standardization.\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 Experience with LabView tools.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-05 19:59:04", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27668571/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Electrical  Engineer", "reqid": "AF13804", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Irvine, CA", "uid": 27668571}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Technician - Quality\nJob Requisition #: 12659\nDate Posted: 04/05/2012\nCategory: Quality Assurance\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position is responsible for performing QA release of manufacturing related documentation in compliance to established requirements.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Perform product documentation inspections against specification\n\u2022 Perform product documentation inspections against procedural and compliance requirements\n\u2022 Reconciliation of production data against documented nonconformances as appropriate\n\u2022 Issue nonconforming reports and assist in the resolution of nonconformances\n\u2022 Initiate related documentation changes\n\u2022 Collect data, summarize, analyze, perform basic statistical analysis on, and document results\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 High School degree required; 2 year technical degree preferred\n\u2022 4 years minimum experience in manufacturing\n\u2022 2 year experience in quality preferred\n\u2022 Strong understanding of manufacturing documentation (routing /travelers) and non conforming material reports\n\u2022 Knowledge of Quality Systems, FDA regulations and ISO 13485\n\u2022 Good communication skills\n\u2022 Strong computer skills, including data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience a must\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-05 19:58:32", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27668551/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technician - Quality", "reqid": "12659", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27668551}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Irvine", "description": "Senior Product Dvlpmnt Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13825\nDate Posted: 04/05/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Irvine - CA - 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 our Atrial Fibrillation Division in Irvine, CA.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a high caliber, experienced, hands-on Engineer that is innovative in driving new product development for AFD. This is a high profile position that will partner with product development engineers to develop new Catheter design concepts, associated test method development and early process characterizations.\n\nImpact this role will have:\n\u2022 Develops new test methods and procedures for the characterization of early phase catheter design concepts, as well as device verification testing.\n\u2022 Leads in the development and validation of standardized variable data collection test methods in both discovery and design control environments\n\u2022 Collects, reduces, analyzes and presents empirically derived data using DOE, ANOVA and other statistical tools.\n\u2022 Assists the development of design performance simulation, both closed form & computer aided numerical modeling techniques.\n\u2022 Establishes the definition of material performance and defines the load case required, to understand and develop a match to clinical scenarios.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 BS in Mechanical, Materials or Biomedical Engineering\n\u2022 6+ years of product development (R&D) experience\n\u2022 Direct catheter experience.\n\u2022 Familiarity with CAD and FEA software (e.g. ProE, Abacus, ANSYS etc.).\n\u2022 Process development experience \u2013 process identification and process characterization.\n\u2022 Demonstrable experience using MiniTab statistical analysis software.\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects meeting established deliverables.\n\u2022 Direct experience leading and/or performing failure analysis.\n\u2022 Effective communication skills and experience working with cross functional teams.\n\u2022 Excellent documentation writing skills; clear and concise using objective evidence and language.\n\u2022 Superior organizational skills including project management aptitude.\n\u2022 Energized attitude\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-05 19:58:22", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27668542/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Product Dvlpmnt Engineer", "reqid": "AF13825", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Irvine, CA", "uid": 27668542}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Austin", "description": "Sr. Commissions Analyst\nJob Requisition #: USD 9560\nDate Posted: 04/05/2012\nCategory: Accounting\nLocation: Austin - TX - 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\nWorking without appreciable supervision, leads in the development, implementation, execution and payment of USDs Sales Compensation Plans and related Employee Agreements. Prepares internal and external USD Compensation statements, supporting schedules, performs financial compensation and data review/analysis, assists in preparation/completion of accounting and compensation month-end closings, and assists in financial compensation reporting. Applies and shares advanced expertise in the analysis and review of sales and legal requirements for the purpose of executing commission and bonus payments. Initiates the planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing of sales compensation work, and may contribute to the performance evaluations of other department personnel. Remains abreast of and consults on Sales Compensation trends and financial standards. Possesses and exercises strong relational database management and organizational skills. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Assures the quality of services meets internal and external customer requirements. Exercises judgment in planning, organizing and performing work; monitors performance and reports status to manager. Leads in a team environment, and shares expertise on operational sales activities and related applications.\n\nRequirements/Education: 1.MBA and/or CPA Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or other related discipline.\n\n2.Experience equivalent to seven (7) years in a Financial/Accounting/Sales Analyst role(s), and inclusive of experience in a Commission Accountant/Analyst role.\n\n3.Relevant functional experience of five (7) years in Financial/Sales Reporting and Database Management modeling.\n\n4.Must demonstrated advanced Excel/Access skills, the ability to interface data with new or existing software and/or applications, and prepare routine ad-hoc reports using SQL and other data mining tools.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-05 19:58:03", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27668525/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Commissions Analyst", "reqid": "USD 9560", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Austin, TX", "uid": 27668525}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Software Engineer I-Firmware Development\nJob Requisition #: 12770\nDate Posted: 04/04/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nSt. Jude Medical is seeking talented embedded software developers to join our Firmware Development organization. As a software engineer on our team, you'll work in a dynamic, collaborative environment to develop high quality embedded software for our implantable medical devices that operates within very tight constraints for memory footprint, power consumption, and real-time performance for our implantable medical devices, such as cardiac pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain firmware for implantable medical devices\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Excellent written and oral communication skills\n\u2022 Strong teamwork and leadership skills\n\u2022 Thorough understanding of the software development lifecycle\n\u2022 Knowledge of computer architecture\n\u2022 Ability to write clear, concise code that can be maintained by others\n\u2022 Strong C programming skills in RTOS environments\n\u2022 Experience with assembly programming\n\u2022 Experience using version control systems\n\u2022 Experience with logic analyzers and other lab bench test equipment.\n\nRelevant Coursework:\n\u2022 Software engineering\n\u2022 Software algorithms\n\u2022 Data structures\n\u2022 Operating systems\n\u2022 Computer architecture\n\nEducation:\n\u2022 B.S. degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related fields.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-04 20:00:40", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27644374/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Software Engineer I-Firmware Development", "reqid": "12770", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27644374}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Engineer I, Software\nJob Requisition #: 12774\nDate Posted: 04/04/2012\nCategory: Software\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under general supervision, performs specialized level software project activities in such areas as Development Engineering, IT Engineering, System Engineering, Test Engineering, and/or related areas. Assignments may include, but are not limited to, analyzing requirements and providing strategic feedback, planning and scheduling data, updating and maintaining different software specifications based on analysis of specifications, needs and improvements, as well as troubleshooting, debugging, and maintaining of software, test, or tool designs, cases, scripts, procedures, and/or code based on strategic analysis. Work requires the application of theoretical engineering principles, evaluation, ingenuity and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of specialized study.\n\n\u2022 Exposure to writing requirements\n\u2022 Exposure to embedded software\n\u2022 Knowledge of basic electronics, hardware design, and cardiovascular physiology\n\u2022 Knowledge of pacemaker and/or ICD algorithms a plus\n\u2022 Experience with DOORS and ClearQuest a plus\n\u2022 Team leadership skills including, but not limited to, resource planning and employee mentorship a plus\n\u2022 Ability to comfortably work in an FDA-regulated environment as part of a team with clear, well-defined processes\n\u2022 Someone who is high-energy, enthusiastic, and looking to make a significant contribution to the organization\n\u2022 Someone who is extremely meticulous (detail-oriented)\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related engineering field. A minimum of six months of relevant software engineering work experience on multiple platforms with varied programming methods is required. Requires demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Must have demonstrated personal computer skills, be able to perform basic word processing/spreadsheet tasks to perform documentation, presentation, and analysis activities and be able to grasp new technical concepts and tools quickly. Evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity required.\n\nDesired Requirements: Relevant coursework and/or a demonstrated understanding of product development/clinical engineering concepts, theory, and applications are desired. Relevant coursework and/or a demonstrated understanding of cardiac electro-physiology. The demonstrated ability to effectively integrate information from varied disciplines including Clinical Medicine, Engineering, Marketing, as well as Regulatory Affairs is also desired. Previous experience in the implantable medical device industry is preferred.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-04 20:00:40", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27644376/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer I, Software", "reqid": "12774", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 27644376}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Senior Software Verification Engineer (C++, C#)\nJob Requisition #: 12829\nDate Posted: 04/04/2012\nCategory: Software\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 business unit, located in Sunnyvale, CA:\n\nJob Overview\nPlease only apply if you have 5+ years software verification with C++ and C#. Stable work history is a must too.\n\nWorking without appreciable supervision, performs moderate risk/highly complex software project activities in such areas as SW Development and/or automated software Testing. Assignments may include, but are not limited to, the designing, developing, updating, and maintaining of different software test specifications or test libraries as well as the troubleshooting, debugging, and maintenance of software test code or test library code at a multiple sub-systems or application levels. Assignments may also include capturing, gathering, analyzing, maintaining, and validating applicable product or software requirements. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Applies advanced engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Initiates the planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing of engineering work. Performs technical studies. Remains abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of six plus years of progressively more responsible work experience in a range of software engineering disciplines using a variety of programming methods. Broad cross-disciplinary and in-depth knowledge of the software engineering profession. A comprehensive familiarity with commodity/off-the-shelf software tools, and programs. A qualified record of implementing new processes to existing software and related systems. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, follow-up skills, and the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. A documented record of delivering software engineering information which adds value to managements decision making process is required. A demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks is also required. Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized applications. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment.\n\nRequired:\nProficiency and/or work experience designing and implementing automated software testing is required. Proficiency and/or work experience in software utilizing a variety of programming languages such as C++, and/or C# are required. Strong written/verbal communication, analytical thinking, and problem solving skills are desired. Proficiency and/or work experience with object-oriented methodology including analysis, design, development, and structured software development is desired.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Specialized experience and/or relevant coursework related to the software applications, programs, and processes. Academic or in-house courses in project management, leadership, training, and various technical applications as noted above.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-04 20:00:13", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27644368/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Software Verification Engineer (C++, C#)", "reqid": "12829", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 27644368}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Engineer, Senior Software\nJob Requisition #: 12712\nDate Posted: 04/04/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking without appreciable supervision, performs moderate risk/highly complex software project activities in such areas as SW Development and/or automated software Testing. Assignments may include, but are not limited to, the designing, developing, updating, and maintaining of different software test specifications or test libraries as well as the troubleshooting, debugging, and maintenance of software test code or test library code at a multiple sub-systems or application levels. Assignments may also include capturing, gathering, analyzing, maintaining, and validating applicable product or software requirements. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Applies advanced engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Initiates the planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing of engineering work.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of six plus years of progressively more responsible work experience in a range of software engineering disciplines using a variety of programming methods. Broad cross-disciplinary and in-depth knowledge of the software engineering profession. A comprehensive familiarity with commodity/off-the-shelf software tools, and programs. A qualified record of implementing new processes to existing software and related systems. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, follow-up skills, and the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. A documented record of delivering software engineering information which adds value to managements decision making process is required.\n\nRequired:\nProficiency and/or work experience designing and implementing automated software testing is required. Proficiency and/or work experience in software utilizing a variety of programming languages such as C++, and/or C# are required. Strong written/verbal communication, analytical thinking, and problem solving skills are desired. Proficiency and/or work experience with object-oriented methodology including analysis, design, development, and structured software development is desired.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-04 19:59:57", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27644364/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer, Senior Software", "reqid": "12712", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27644364}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Server Administrator\nJob Requisition #: 12735\nDate Posted: 04/04/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 business unit, located in Sunnyvale, CA:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under general supervision, oversees and coordinates overall activities relating to the operation and maintenance of computer servers and the installation and configuration of new computer equipment. . Executes activities relating to the operation and maintenance of computer systems including monitoring, backups, installation, configuration and operation of new and existing IT equipment. The position will also include support of Client PC\u2019s, responsible for the installation, repair and preventative maintenance of personal computers (PCs), networks and related systems. Performs all installations, configurations, upgrades and backups of software (i.e., Microsoft Office, Windows OS) and hardware applications at end user locations. Troubleshoots software and hardware failures and identifies network problems when they relate to PCs.\n\nQualifications:\nRequirements/Education: Requires a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or equivalent. Typically a minimum of four years technical experience in computer maintenance and repair including at least two years direct experience in the systems management and administration of a medium to large computer server and client environments supporting at least 200 users. Formal training in computer systems management and administration is also required. Demonstrated oral and written interpersonal, communication, analytical, presentation, and organizational skills; the ability to meet deadlines/work independently. Must be adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines. Desired Requirements: A relevant advanced degree and/or appropriate professional certification, i.e., Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MSCE).\n\nSpecific Job Skill:\nSolid experience required with Windows OS, VMware, MS Applications, Software Deployment Tools, and Desktop troubleshooting tools. Broad cross-disciplinary perspective with demonstrated competency in two or more of key IT technologies (e.g., server operating systems, virtualization, network, storage/SAN, system backups, security, Client desktop support, Software deployment) This would also include training in deskside automation support and/or service. Must have demonstrated personal computer application (e.g., spreadsheet and word processing), installation and repair skills. Must possess advanced computer skills including a working familiarity with system management tools and utilities, spreadsheets and document applications, communication tools, and other directly relevant applications. The ability to work independently. The demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable government regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is essential. Must be able to operate in a diverse cross-functional team environment. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance; the ability work overtime is also required.\n\nMust be a team player with excellent oral and written communication skills.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-04 19:59:50", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27644362/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Server Administrator", "reqid": "12735", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 27644362}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Regulatory Affairs Specialist\nJob Requisition #: NMD3160\nDate Posted: 04/04/2012\nCategory: Regulatory Affairs\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThis position is responsible for developing international and domestic regulatory submission strategies. The Regulatory Affairs Specialist will prepare 510(k), PMA, and IDE submission documentation; prepare international regulatory filing and registration documentation; conduct device research to support regulatory submissions; review product/process, advertising and promotional material changes to determine regulatory compliance and submission implications; and participate on development and clinical trial teams.\n\nMajor Ongoing Responsibilities:\n\n\u2022 Implementation of international and domestic regulatory strategies\n\u2022 Prepare 510 (k)'s PMA's and IDE's submission applications\n\u2022 Prepare design dossiers for review by notified body\n\u2022 Research current domestic and international regulations\n\u2022 Submit product registrations and applications to foreign governments as required (i.e. TGA).\n\u2022 Review and approve product changes in accordance with regulatory guidelines\n\u2022 Review and approve advertising and promotional materials for regulatory implications\n\u2022 Participate and contribute to project teams\n\nExperience and Training:\n\n\u2022 Bachelors degree in Biology/Biomedical Engineering or related field\n\u2022 2-5 years experience in Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance required\n\u2022 Previous experience with PMA, 510(k), and IDE submissions required\n\u2022 Previous experience with implantable device submissions required\n\u2022 Previous experience with international regulatory submissions required\n\u2022 Previous experience using word processing, spreadsheet, data management software programs desired\n\u2022 Technical writing and fundamental problem solving skills required\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-04 19:59:50", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27644363/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Regulatory Affairs Specialist", "reqid": "NMD3160", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27644363}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Sr. SAP Project Manager\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12021\nDate Posted: 03/26/2012\nCategory: Information Technology Project Management\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 one of our Minnetonka, MN locations.\n\nJob Overview\nThis position has overall accountability and responsibility to plan and manage the resources, budget and processes used to develop and implement complex strategic enterprise projects including SAP implementations across St. Jude Medical. This role is directly responsible for successful delivery of large, global SJM IT projects. This role is the Enterprise IT point of contact for executive level business customers. This position is responsible for managing all project task activities and providing work direction to the 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. A deep understanding of operations/ business challenges and the ability to translate them into solutions is critical.\n\nJob Duties:\n\u2022 Plan and manage execution of IT projects\n\u2022 Initial project investigations\n\u2022 Requirements definition\n\u2022 Scope definition and management\n\u2022 Schedule and tasks\n\u2022 Issues management\n\u2022 Quality and budget\n\u2022 Risk analysis and management\n\u2022 Contingency planning\n\u2022 Change management\n\u2022 Overall project control and coordination\n\u2022 Monitor and report of project status\n\u2022 Manage project teams\n\u2022 Define and manage team member roles and expectations\n\u2022 Build team relationship\n\u2022 Coach and train team members\n\u2022 Provide day-to-day work direction for project teams\n\u2022 Manage relationships\n\u2022 Identify and engage stakeholders\n\u2022 Develop and maintain outstanding customer service relationships\n\u2022 Conduct formal presentations to management\n\u2022 Execute and improve IT processes\n\u2022 Collaborate with other project managers to assure a consistent implementation of the St. Jude Medical applications, infrastructure and project management disciplines and methodologies\n\u2022 Determine methods and procedures on new assignments\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science or related field; MBA is a plus\n\u2022 Minimum of twelve years IT experience using a standard IT methodology, with a minimum of eight years in a project leadership role, performing project planning and implementation\n\u2022 Experience in at least 2 full project lifecycles of an SAP implementation\n\u2022 At least 4 years of experience in managing a team of 10+ full-time employees (FTEs) and external contractors\n\u2022 Proven experience managing projects and leading cross-functional remote teams\n\u2022 Proven experience managing and being accountable for large, global SAP ERP (or Equivalent) implementation projects\n\u2022 Self-motivated with excellent planning, interpersonal and organizational skills\n\u2022 Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization\n\u2022 Understands the OCM (organizational change management) challenges associated with implementing a transformational project and effectively leads others through change and adoption\n\u2022 Ability to identify and resolve issues\n\u2022 Excellent logical, analytical, and problem solving skills\n\u2022 Ability to effectively work in a fast paced changing environment\n\u2022 Ability to work in a highly matrix and geographically diverse business model\n\u2022 Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally (up to 30% of the time)\n\u2022 Working knowledge of SAP ERP functionality/business processes including finance, sales and distribution and manufacturing\n\u2022 Experience with MS Project, Excel, Word and Visio\n\u2022 Experience working with international geographies a plus\n\u2022 Knowledge of the SAP ASAP Methodology preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-04 00:04:07", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27622893/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. SAP Project Manager", "reqid": "Corp 12021", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 27622893}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Principal Quality Engineer\nJob Requisition #: 12790\nDate Posted: 04/02/2012\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\nThe Principal Quality Engineer is responsible for leading the development and maintenance of quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering subject matter expertise within manufacturing and system/services support.\n\nRequirements:\n\u2022 Provides project direction, coaching, teaching, and mentoring for Quality engineering and technical team personnel\n\u2022 Leads multifunctional teams in completing program directed or continuous improvement activities\n\u2022 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\u2022 Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n\u2022 Lead in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues\n\u2022 Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues\n\u2022 Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement\n\u2022 Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports\n\u2022 Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications\n\u2022 Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances\n\u2022 Lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)\n\u2022 Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis\n\u2022 Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation\n\u2022 Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred\n\u2022 8+ years experience\n\u2022 Demonstrated supervisory experience\n\u2022 Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies\n\u2022 Must have experience with commercializing / validating new products\n\u2022 Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971\n\u2022 Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n\u2022 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\u2022 Demonstrates technical leadership within the department and outside the department\n\u2022 Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience\n\u2022 Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-03 03:22:30", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27603034/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Principal Quality Engineer", "reqid": "12790", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27603034}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Medical and Scientific Affairs Director\nJob Requisition #: 12819\nDate Posted: 04/02/2012\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\nSt. Jude Medical, Inc.\nJob Title: Director, Medical and Scientific Affairs\n\nDuties:\nPlan, direct, and coordinate medical and scientific activities related to clinical investigation and research.\nDetermine scientific goals, and develop and implement policies and procedures for clinical scientific research to ensure regulatory and industry requirements.\nOversee a research team engaged in a regulated industry clinical investigation and research, and serve as primary internal resource for medical and scientific guidance across current and future product lines.\nApplying highly developed management and leadership skills, manage medical and scientific team with primary purpose to provide in-depth medical and scientific support to company\u2019s cross functional development and execution team; serve as medical resource to create and implement clinical trial strategies and methodologies to obtain market approval; develop and maintain standards of care relevant to industry products and patient population and disease pathologies of interest.\nDevelop, implement, and oversee internal medical monitoring processes to include\nadverse event reporting and safety surveillance procedures.\nProvide oversight of independent committees including clinical events committees,\nand data safety monitoring procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory\nstandards and FDS expectations; assist Business Development in strategic\nplanning and due diligence activities; assist with development of educational\nmaterials, educational programs and participate in such.\n\nJob Requirements:\nM.D., or equivalent foreign degree as determined by a written evaluation, with at least six (6) years experience as clinical research scientist working with medical devices related to cardiology and cardiac procedures, including cardiac catherization, percutaneous coronary interventions, and cardiovascular/metabolism therapeutics.\nExperience must include designing and conducting multiple randomized, controlled clinical research trials using IND, NDA, IDE, and PMA submissions, and must include pharmamacovigilance with medical safety assessments, medical safety reports, and biocompatibility testing in compliance with CCP, ICH, and US FDA regulations.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-03 03:22:11", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27603030/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Medical and Scientific Affairs Director", "reqid": "12819", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 27603030}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Senior Assembler - 1st Shift\nJob Requisition #: AF13834\nDate Posted: 04/02/2012\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, Senior 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. Additionally, this position will act as back up to Group Leader. 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 Coordinates assigned jobs and activities, while including mentoring and cross training others on operation functions.\n\u2022 Train employees on processes (new processes and process changes).\n\u2022 Perform workstation, cell and/or machine setup, test and perform rework procedures.\n\u2022 Understands and accurately completes necessary paperwork.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned, such as: including scheduling, updating metric boards, providing backup for the Group Leader and Supervisor.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 High school diploma or equivalent.\n\u2022 3+ years of assembly experience.\n\u2022 2+ years of medical device industry 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 Strong written and verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with others including, but not limited to Group Leads, Supervisors and Engineers.\n\u2022 Must be computer proficient.\n\u2022 Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.\n\u2022 Understand lean principle concepts (CCDS \u2013 Certified Cardiac Device Specialist, 5S, Kaizen), and has the ability to identify and continually make suggestions for process improvements.\n\u2022 Must have a high level of attention to detail.\n\u2022 Demonstrated consistent attainment of established cycle times for all process steps within primary work cell.\n\u2022 Demonstrates a high sense of leadership and ownership in primary work cell.\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building relationships across various levels of an organization.\n\u2022 Organized, on-time and detailed.\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-03 03:21:56", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27603024/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Assembler - 1st Shift", "reqid": "AF13834", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 27603024}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Specialist - Regulatory Affairs\nJob Requisition #: 12900\nDate Posted: 04/02/2012\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 Plymouth.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Regulatory Affairs Specialist ensures products and procedures comply with regulatory agencies specifications.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Prepare 510(k) regulatory applications and 510(k) letters to file to secure/maintain marketing approvals\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 product s with self certified CE Marks\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 Act as a core member on development teams, providing RA guidance, and project regulatory assessments\n\u2022 Work with Engineering teams (R&D, Quality, Design Assurance) to evaluate testing strategies\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\n\u2022 Review of protocols and reports to support regulatory submissions\n\u2022 Support international regulatory submissions (Korea, others)\n\u2022 Product support for minimally invasive structural heart technologies\n\u2022 Assist with IDE & PMA applications, amendments and supplements\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BA or BS in a technical discipline with at least four years technical experience\n\u2022 One to three years regulatory experience\n\u2022 Experience with 510(k) applications and US device regulations\n\u2022 Experience with EU and Canadian medical device regulations and submissions\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-03 03:21:52", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27603020/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Specialist - Regulatory Affairs", "reqid": "12900", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 27603020}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Sr. Manager, Corporate Quality Audit\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12025\nDate Posted: 04/02/2012\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 Corporate Headquarters in St. Paul.\n\nJob Overview\nThe position is a replacement due to a recent promotion. The primary responsibility of this position is to develop and execute internal audit activities for St. Jude Medical\u2019s manufacturing, design, and distribution centers globally. This position will also offer consultation services to St. Jude Medical in relation to Quality Management Systems, Continuous Improvement, and Best Practice Sharing across the enterprise. This position reports to the Director of Corporate Quality Systems and will work to ensure a uniform approach is taken to drive consistent and compliant activities across all product and sales divisions.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Responsible for ensuring all elements of the corporate quality management system audit life-cycle are compliant with U.S. FDA QSR, and ISO requirements including: audit planning, scheduling, execution and reporting\n\u2022 Presentation of audit findings to local and division management and to executive management (as needed) of sites audited\n\u2022 Reports to corporate quality management potential systemic quality system issues across multiple divisions or facilities\n\u2022 Recommends and monitors corrective actions resulting from performed audits and provides best-practice sharing across divisions or facilities\n\u2022 Reviews, and in cooperation with the product divisions, makes recommendations on resolving major Quality Management System issues identified during product development life cycles, operations and post market activities\n\u2022 In coordination with divisional quality management, provides subject matter expertise to the divisional quality team members based on general operating procedures & technical requirements to ensure compliance with corporate policies, practices, and procedures\n\u2022 Assists divisional quality management in meeting the overall corporate quality objectives\n\u2022 Remains current on developments in field(s) of expertise, applicable regulatory requirements and restrictions, and a general knowledge of the company\u2019s products, markets, policies, and objectives as well as industry trends (e.g. state of the art techniques in engineering and manufacturing, quality initiatives, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), as well as FDA, MDD and ISO requirements). Maintains expert knowledge of current and novel quality assurance practices through a review of key literature, trade journals, professional associations, and by attending conferences/seminars\n\u2022 Performs various related functions and responsibilities, as assigned by management\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Engineering, Science, a related field, or equivalent\n\u2022 10+ years of progressively more responsible quality assurance and operations experience in a pharmaceutical, biological and or medical device environment including:\n\u2022 3+ years experience working directly in a quality audit function role\n\u2022 Demonstrated working knowledge of US federal regulations relative to quality management systems in the medical device industry\n\u2022 Broad knowledge, preferably with hands on experience of medical device life-cycle from design, design transfer, production and process controls, to post market surveillance\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to deliver QA information that adds value to management's decision making process\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA and other international regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks\n\u2022 Highly developed project management skills and experience sufficient to assume the responsibilities of this position, including the ability to map task interdependencies, multi-task, prioritize such tasks, meet deadlines and develop written material for executive level review\n\u2022 Must be skilled at team building, influencing cross-functionality, communication and follow up\n\u2022 Must be able to work cooperatively and productively with others. Demonstrated verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication, negotiation, interpersonal and presentation skills are essential\n\u2022 Advanced demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet skills, word processing, data base management and other relevant applications\n\u2022 Ability to travel more than 50% at times to other divisions and facilities (domestic and international)\n\nQualifications Desired:\n\u2022 An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration (i.e., Master of Science (MS) degree in engineering/science)\n\u2022 Professional certification or designation\n\u2022 Academic or in-house courses in leadership, training, Continuous Improvement (CI), relational database and advanced statistical programs\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-04-03 03:21:51", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27603019/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Manager, Corporate Quality Audit", "reqid": "Corp 12025", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27603019}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Clinical Research Associate III\nJob Requisition #: 12769\nDate Posted: 03/27/2012\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking with limited direction, is responsible for assisting in the coordination of clinical data collection, researching and analyzing technical data associated with clinical protocol testing and/or post market surveillance studies, and ensuring that site administration paper work is both complete and current. In addition, this position ensures appropriate monitoring of designated clinical trials for St. Jude Medical CRMD is occurring for completeness and accuracy of data as well as compliance with U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) or other Regulatory body regulations. Coordinates the initiation of the clinical site, conducting clinical site audits, identifying and obtaining missing data and data corrections, maintaining accurate, detailed and complete records of audits and assisting in the reporting of study results. Applies theoretical principles and analytical techniques normally acquired in a recognized four-year course of study. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Exercises judgment in planning, organizing and performing work; monitors performance and reports status to manager.\n\nRequirements/Education: A Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in natural science, pre-medicine, nursing, engineering, a related academic field, or equivalent related work experience. Additionally, a minimum of six plus years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate or equivalent experience which could include (but not limited to): clinical research of drugs or medical devices, non-cardiovascular medical device experience, etc.).Must have demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, analytical, organizational skills, the ability to interpret clinical data, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Comprehensive personal computer skills including experience with word processing software and relevant clinical applications. The ability to concentrate on detail and work independently. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance. Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Previous related experience in a medical device, biologics, or pharmaceutical company. Previous industry experience with Class III medical devices is a plus. A familiarity with cardiac rhythm management technology, such as pacemakers, Heart Rhythm Society Heart Rhythm Society Certification in Electrophysiology (EP) and Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD)/Pacing or an equivalent certification of expertise, and with the clinical trial process is preferred.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-31 03:43:30", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27532238/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Clinical Research Associate III", "reqid": "12769", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27532238}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Planner\nJob Requisition #: 12695\nDate Posted: 03/30/2012\nCategory: Logistics\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nResponsible for developing and maintaining top level manufacturing build plans, for existing and new products, that meet defined service level and inventory targets for the division\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Global Sales & Operations Planning process preparation and facilitation, including interface with Marketing, Sales, Production, Accounting, and other operations groups that are part of this process\n\u2022 Clearly communicate agreed upon production quantities and mix to Production and other Operations groups.\n\u2022 Zero backorder goal \u2013 when backorder exists full responsibility for backorder management, status, prioritization, communication\n\u2022 Production Plan attainment reporting and communication, including holding Operations accountable weekly to S&OP agreed upon production plans and notifying Accounting of variances to plan\n\u2022 Set and maintain appropriate inventory levels that meet service level objectives to customers balanced with divisional DIOH (Days Inventory On Hand) goals.\n\u2022 Plan new product introductions and phase outs to achieve planned launch dates with targeted inventory levels\n\u2022 Monthly inventory management of excess, obsolete, expiring inventory, including developing and implementing solutions to minimize inventory write-offs and communication with Finance on write-off potential\n\u2022 Proficient in ERP system functionality to perform job-including driving S&OP agreed upon plans thru MRP to Production for build plans or Purchasing for raw material planning\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor Degree required\n\u2022 APICS or other Planning related certifications preferred.\n\u2022 Minimum 3 years experience in Planning function\n\u2022 Medical Device experience preferred.\n\u2022 Experience with SAP preferred.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-31 03:43:29", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27532237/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Planner", "reqid": "12695", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27532237}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Engineer - Quality\nJob Requisition #: 12635\nDate Posted: 03/30/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\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\u2022 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\u2022 Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n\u2022 Assist in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues\n\u2022 Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues\n\u2022 Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement\n\u2022 Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports\n\u2022 Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications\n\u2022 Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances\n\u2022 Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)\n\u2022 Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis\n\u2022 Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation\n\u2022 Work with microbiology to ensure appropriate environmental monitoring and that microbiology requirements are considered in product and process development activities\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred\n\u2022 2-5 years experience\n\u2022 Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies\n\u2022 Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971\n\u2022 Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n\u2022 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\u2022 Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-31 03:43:28", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27532236/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Quality", "reqid": "12635", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27532236}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Manager - Commodity\nJob Requisition #: 12693\nDate Posted: 03/30/2012\nCategory: Purchasing\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\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\u2022 Implement sourcing strategies to support objectives in the area of direct commodities (electronics, optics and plastics), providing the division competitive advantage in the areas of materials, supplies, and services\n\u2022 Locate, analyze and develop a consolidated supplier base to meet current and future commodity needs\n\u2022 Negotiate and manage contracts/agreements for assigned commodities\n\u2022 Help implement and train new ERP system (SAP)\n\u2022 Maintains and promotes sound relationships with suppliers and business community\n\u2022 Support projects to assure all procurement activities are performed as required.\n\u2022 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\u2022 Develop cross-functional teams to understand division-wide needs and evaluate suppliers\n\u2022 Manage suppliers, cost, quality, and delivery performance. Understand, track, and forecast the key cost drivers and market factors for assigned commodities\n\nEducation and Experience:\n\u2022 Minimum of 8 years of progressive materials/procurement experience\n\u2022 Excellent verbal and written communication skills\n\u2022 Advanced knowledge of procurement principles\n\u2022 BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or equivalent\n\u2022 Proven ability to lead, influence and motivate others\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-31 03:43:18", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27532230/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Manager - Commodity", "reqid": "12693", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27532230}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Senior SAP Security Analyst\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12022\nDate Posted: 03/26/2012\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\nSt. Jude Medical is continuing to work through a multi-year SAP implementation while adding new phases. The SAP Security Team supports core SAP releases and new acquisition integration. The SAP Analyst is responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of security objects within SAP systems. They will work with business areas and project teams to identify security requirements, developing security objects to meet those requirements, maintaining current and accurate documentation, and troubleshooting and resolving security issues when identified. They will also be responsible for understanding the risks and compliance issues facing global SAP implementations and helps define solutions to address such risks and issues. In this role there is a significant amount of variety to work with SAP modules, opportunity to bring process improvement ideas and opportunity for growth.\n\nJob Duties:\n\u2022 Gather requirements from internal clients and provide security and technical expertise to support the development of security objects to satisfy business requirements\n\u2022 Follow development processes and procedures to develop security objects that meet business requirements while adhering to the principle of least privilege.\n\u2022 Development, documentation, and execution of test protocols\n\u2022 Develop project plans, work breakdown structure and task dependencies, communication plans, etc. as needed\n\u2022 Provide effective written and verbal communications\n\u2022 Represent the security team in relevant change control processes\n\u2022 Prepare and maintain documentation as needed\n\u2022 Work with business areas and project teams to troubleshoot issues with security objects and identify and implement appropriate solutions\n\u2022 Interface with business, project, vendor and IT personnel to understand application changes that may impact SAP security and develop plans to assess impact and implement appropriate actions.\n\u2022 Support the security administration function to ensure SAP security object changes are appropriately incorporated into SAP access administration processes\n\u2022 Understand compliance requirements that may impact security and work with business areas and project teams to develop security solutions that address these requirements\n\u2022 Provide support to internal and external auditors and execute remediation plans when audit issues and concerns are raised\n\u2022 Serve as a security 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\u2022 Provide updates and communication to customers, management and IT; escalate issues as appropriate\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned\n\nGeneral Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Computer Science, MIS, or Mathematics, Engineering, Business or area of functional responsibility preferred, or equivalent 8 years of industry work experience\n\u2022 5+ years of experience in maintaining and supporting security in SAP\n\u2022 Strong understanding and experience with Master and Derived roles, single and composite roles, role and position based security\n\u2022 Ability to translate complex business requirements into security requirements and develop, test and deploy the related security objects\n\u2022 Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross division business unit model\n\u2022 Ability to work in a highly matrix and geographically diverse business model\n\u2022 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\u2022 Extremely strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization\n\u2022 Ability to recognize communications difficulties, diagnose the symptoms at the core, and work diplomatically to resolve them\n\u2022 Strong organizational, attention to detail and task follow-up skills\n\u2022 Adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-31 03:43:17", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27532228/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior SAP Security Analyst", "reqid": "Corp 12022", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27532228}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Clinical Research Associate II\nJob Requisition #: 12800\nDate Posted: 03/30/2012\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under general supervision, applies clinical judgment to identify/resolve data discrepancies and implements corrections as needed. Is also accountable for analyzing and adjudicating adverse events from research sites, coordinating clinical data collection, analyzing technical data associated with clinical protocol testing and/or post market surveillance studies, assists in the proper reporting of study results. In addition, ensures appropriate monitoring of designated clinical trials for St. Jude Medical CRMD is occurring for completeness and accuracy of data as well as compliance with U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) or other Regulatory body regulations.\n\nRequirements/Education: A Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in natural science, pre-medicine, nursing, engineering, a related academic field, or equivalent related work experience. Additionally, a minimum of two plus years of related work experience as a Clinical Research Associate or equivalent (e.g., Research Coordinator) experience which should include (but is not limited to): clinical research of drugs or medical devices, non-cardiovascular medical device experience, etc. Must have demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, analytical, organizational skills, the ability to interpret clinical data, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Must be able to demonstrate and use discretion in exercising work assignments and handle sensitive/confidential information in an effective manner. Must have the demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable government regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation, such as Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA). Previous related experience in a medical device, biologics, or pharmaceutical company. Previous industry experience with Class III medical devices is a plus. A general familiarity with cardiac rhythm management technology, such as pacemakers, and with the clinical trial process is preferred.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-31 03:43:15", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27532227/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Clinical Research Associate II", "reqid": "12800", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27532227}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Intern - Strategic Business\nJob Requisition #: 12852\nDate Posted: 03/30/2012\nCategory: Internship\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Strategic Business Intern will be responsible for leading the strategic analysis of new healthcare technology alternatives in the field of cardiology. This analysis will include review of both clinical and cost effectiveness of new technologies in a developing market. This individual will be responsible for performing the competitive assessment of a range of novel approaches leading to recommendations to the senior executive team on strategy and investment options.\n\nThis highly-visible role will contribute to the development and implementation of analysis and business strategies:\n\u2022 Early-stage collaboration with R&D and Clinical teams to develop a health economics perspective for a set of potential new products.\n\u2022 Budget impact models that calculate the potential economic and clinical impact of device usage for payers and hospitals\n\u2022 Literature review brochures and summaries\n\nThe role involves frequent interaction with various groups within St. Jude Medical including, Marketing, Clinical Research, Research & Development and Regulatory.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Perform competitive and health economic analysis, to recommend strategies to drive revenue growth for the Cardiovascular Division.\n\u2022 Lead the development and implementation of technology strategies that will support revenue growth for Cardiovascular Division products in key global markets.\n\u2022 Travel as necessary in key markets including customer visits, product training classes and tradeshows.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Current student pursuing Master's Degree or MBA in marketing, health aconomics, or finance\n\u2022 Must be enrolled in the 2012 Fall Semester\n\u2022 3+ years experience in marketing, health economics, consulting or financial analyst role.\n\u2022 Medical device experience preferred.\n\u2022 Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills required; must be credible with high-level audiences.\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.", "date_new": "2012-03-31 03:43:04", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27532224/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intern - Strategic Business", "reqid": "12852", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27532224}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Technician - Process Development\nJob Requisition #: 12658\nDate Posted: 03/30/2012\nCategory: Process Development Technician\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nWork with Process Development engineers to develop manufacturing systems that include equipment and methods of using the equipment, measurement, analysis and control of the process variables.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022Develop, implement and test new processes and tooling.\n\u2022Analyze and improve existing manufacturing processes.\n\u2022Facilitate process development decision making using computer skills for design and analysis (SPC, Statistical Analysis)\n\u2022Write and prepare technical reports, qualifications and validations\n\u2022Manage business process compliance through process validation, equipment qualification, document control and equipment maintenance.\n\u2022Maintain materials, tools and facilities necessary for production activities.\n\u2022Understand work environment issues such as OSHA regulations, FDA Quality Systems regulations and ISO requirements.\n\u2022Develop new manufacturing and design technologies by staying current in areas of focus.\n\nQualifications:\n\u20222 year technical degree preferred\n\u20225+ years technician experience\n\u2022General manufacturing processing knowledge\n\u2022Solid processing equipment troubleshooting and qualification skills required\n\u2022Solid data compilation and analysis skills required\n\u2022Solid problem solving and organization skills required\n\u2022Solid interpersonal and communication skills required\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-31 03:42:54", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27532217/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technician - Process Development", "reqid": "12658", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27532217}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Engineer, Principal Quality Assurance\nJob Requisition #: 12720\nDate Posted: 03/30/2012\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking without appreciable direction, designs and delivers design assurance engineering products, or processes. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing engineering work. Performs engineering studies.\n\n- Strong QA leader with demonstrated experience in addressing quality system and technical issues.\n- A background in electromechanical class III medical devices\n- Mechanical or electrical engineering degree holder\n- Demonstrated ability to work with people from diverse cultures and work with individuals/teams at off shore locations\n- Good knowledge of quality system regulations, ISO13485, and risk management ISO 14971\n- Demonstrated ability to work with various levels of employees\n- A strong background in statistical techniques\n- Ability to critically analyze and improve upon existing procedures and develop new procedures as needed\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Engineering (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, etc.), or in a physical science, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of ten plus years of progressively more responsible work experience in a high technology manufacturing environment. Extensive knowledge and expertise at the forefront of the design assurance profession; applies, develops and promotes advanced concepts and practices; recognized authority in field. A comprehensive familiarity with commodity and off-the-shelf electronic components. A qualified record of implementing new processes to existing design assurance and related systems.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-31 03:42:41", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27532214/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer, Principal Quality Assurance", "reqid": "12720", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27532214}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Engineer Sr- Process Development\nJob Requisition #: 12591\nDate Posted: 03/30/2012\nCategory: Process Development Engineering\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\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: List the significant/essential duties, tasks or responsibilities which employees in this position are actually required to perform.\n\u2022 Establishes processes based on product specifications.\n\u2022 Evaluates process and design alternatives based on design for manufacturability\u201d principles.\n\u2022 Understands principles of Cost of Goods Sold\u201d.\n\u2022 Manages program compliance with Quality Control\u201d requirements (i.e. Design Control, Process validation etc.).\n\u2022 Understands IP issues relative to processes being developed.\n\u2022 Maintains knowledge of new developments in manufacturing and design technologies.\n\u2022 Understand work environment issues (i.e. OSHA regulations, etc.)\n\u2022 May supervise or provide work direction to other engineers and technicians\n\u2022 May lead or serve as member on cross-functional project teams\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred\n\u2022 10+ years manufacturing engineering experience\n\u2022 Experience designing and testing medical devices required\n\u2022 Experience developing manufacturing processes and technologies and designing for manufacturability required\n\u2022 Previous project management and people management experience required\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-31 03:42:39", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27532210/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer Sr- Process Development", "reqid": "12591", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27532210}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Technician - Quality\nJob Requisition #: 12516\nDate Posted: 03/28/2012\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nBriefly state the main purpose and scope of the position.\nThis position is responsible for assisting engineers in developing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality technical support within new product development, manufacturing, or system/services support.\n\nEssential Functions:\nList the significant/essential duties, tasks or responsibilities which employees in this position are actually required to perform.\n\u2022 As required perform in-process inspection including documenting inspection and audit results. Perform final product inspections against specification and procedural requirements.\n\u2022 As necessary, assist in writing procedures and work instructions.\n\u2022 As necessary, document nonconformances and assist in the resolution of nonconformances\n\u2022 Initiate related documentation changes\n\u2022 Collect data, summarize, analyze, perform basic statistical analysis on, and document test results\n\u2022 As appropriate, assist in writing, executing and documenting equipment, product, process, and test method verifications, qualifications, and validations\n\nOther Duties:\n\u2022 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\u2022 2 year technical degree required\n\u2022 3-5 years experience working with supporting Quality Engineering including NCMR.\n\u2022 Previous experience in assisting with validations & qualifications, Gage R&R, calibration, test methods, and NCMR dispositioning\n\u2022 Working knowledge of Quality Systems, FDA regulations, ISO 13485 and applicable worldwide regulatory requirements preferred\n\u2022 Experience with hand tools, gages, pressure and force gage testing, and fixture design\n\u2022 Experience with fiber optic technology\n\u2022 Experience with ESD sensitize components/assembly\n\u2022 Training in blueprint reading and experience with sampling techniques\n\u2022 Good communication and computer skills, including data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 Solid computer skills in both Microsoft, Excel, Word and PowerPoint\n\u2022 Solid communication and interpersonal skills.\n\u2022 Solid data management experience.\n\u2022 ASQ CQT certification or equivalent preferred\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-28 20:56:15", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27463346/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technician - Quality", "reqid": "12516", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27463346}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Engineer I, Design Assurance\nJob Requisition #: 12632\nDate Posted: 03/27/2012\nCategory: Quality Assurance\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 business unit, located in Sunnyvale, CA:\n\nJob Overview\nSummary  Working under close supervision on defined work assignments and/or usually following established procedures, supports the qualification testing of potential new products, accessories and components. Performs failure investigations on electrical circuits and subassemblies. Work requires the application of theoretical principles, evaluation, ingenuity, and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises basic technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing, and/or coordinating engineering work. Stays abreast of and communicates technical advancements to colleagues and associates. Routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes.\n\nQualifications  Requirements/Education: Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Engineering (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, etc.), or in a physical science, a related field, or equivalent including relevant coursework and/or work experience in the design assurance profession. Requires demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment. Must have the demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Must have demonstrated personal computer skills and be able to perform basic word processing/spreadsheet tasks to perform documentation, presentation, and analysis activities. Desired Requirements: Prefer a degree in Electrical or Biomedical Engineering, experience in troubleshooting/failure analysis, specialized training, relevant coursework and/or a demonstrated understanding of design assurance engineering concepts, theory, and applications are desired. Experience in the implantable medical device industry.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-27 20:24:08", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27424323/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer I, Design Assurance", "reqid": "12632", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 27424323}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Technical Service Engineering Specialist\nJob Requisition #: 12789\nDate Posted: 03/27/2012\nCategory: Technical Services\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nFunctioning under general supervision in accordance with established policies/procedures, provides independent clinical and technical support in response to inquiries from physicians, health care professionals, patients and field staff using professional knowledge and judgment. This level of the Technical Service Engineer (TSE) provides the clinical and technical interface between the medical community and the various Cardiac Rhythm Management departments through consultation. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more biomedical engineering or other medical-related academic course of study. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Stays abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Promotes the process of continuous quality improvement and risk management, and coordinates solutions for technical and project issues.\n\nRequirements/Education: Requires a Bachelors Degree in electronic engineering, biomedical engineering, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of two plus years of work experience providing medical device industry technical support, including relevant experience in the cardiac pacing industry. Requires the demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices; demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, multi-task, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees, management and customers. Must be able to meet deadlines on multiple projects/assignments. Must also be able to establish/maintain good working relationships and be able to work cooperatively/productively with engineers, vendors, customers, and Field Clinical Engineers is required. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and specialized applications. Evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity required. Desired Requirements: Biomedical Engineering background. Knowledge of cardiac anatomy/physiology and cardiac pacing/defibrillation systems from a clinical and technological perspective is desired. A demonstrated understanding of electrocardiograms is also preferred.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-27 20:23:38", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27424313/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technical Service Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "12789", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27424313}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Program Manager II\nJob Requisition #: NMD3158\nDate Posted: 03/27/2012\nCategory: Project Management Program Management Engineering\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Program Manager II position manages small technical function or complex administrative unit or several smaller units. Working contacts are primarily internal with management and Associate network; may have some external contact in performing job. Provides input for business unit budget and tracks variances. Ensures that work performed on an assigned program meets schedule, cost, technical performance, customer satisfaction and people management requirements relative to technical performance in accordance with Corporate and Divisional Operating Procedures. Sets goals, ensures that they are met, and is responsible for continuous process improvement. Responsible for processes across organizational lines. Exercises judgment in planning and organizing work; monitors performance and reports status. Uses best business practices to ensure success in areas of responsibility. May have specific process development and portfolio management activities. Ensures employee compliance with St. Jude and NMD policies.\n\nJob Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Implements programs and projects approved by management, assuring sound adherence to budgets and schedules.\n\u2022 Manages the deliverable items and oversees the program design history file.\n\u2022 Interacts with functional groups as necessary to define work breakdown structures/action items and to coordinate assigned projects/tasks as required to achieve program goals related to schedule, performance and cost.\n\u2022 Ensures that design review issues are resolved and reports are placed in the program file. Ensures that configuration management and change control process are followed.\n\u2022 Generates and distributes appropriate reports to keep management and team members informed of the status of the assigned programs.\n\u2022 Remains current on developments in management/leadership, neuromodulation field, regulatory requirements, as well as industry trends.\n\u2022 Resolves and/or facilitates resolution of problems including identifying causes to prevent re-occurrence.\n\u2022 Performs related functions and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.\n\u2022 Position requires experience in managing program/project teams and the delivery of products. Must be skilled at delegation, follow-up, and team building as well as a history of being able to multi-task and meet multiple project schedules on time.\n\u2022 Must be able to work cooperatively and productively with others. Comprehensive evaluation skills, originality and ingenuity are musts as are demonstrated verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication, negotiation, interpersonal and presentation skills are essential; the ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and rules is also required.\n\u2022 Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet skills, word processing, data base management and other relevant project management applications.\n\nExperience & Training:\n\u2022 Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, a related field, or equivalent.\n\u2022 3-5 plus years of progressively more responsible directly related experience leading to a broad, multi-disciplinary technical knowledge in the field. Medical device experience strongly preferred.\n\u2022 Has broad multi-disciplinary technical knowledge with expertise in multiple specialties.\n\u2022 Position requires experience in managing program/project teams and the delivery of products. Must be skilled at delegation, follow-up, and team building as well as a history of being able to multi-task and meet multiple project schedules on time.\n\u2022 Must be able to work cooperatively and productively with others. Comprehensive evaluation skills, originality and ingenuity are musts as are demonstrated verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication, negotiation, interpersonal and presentation skills are essential; the ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and rules is also required.\n\u2022 Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet skills, word processing, data base management and other relevant project management applications.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-27 20:23:33", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27424310/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Program Manager II", "reqid": "NMD3158", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27424310}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Financial Analyst\nJob Requisition #: NMD3159\nDate Posted: 03/27/2012\nCategory: Finance Accounting\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under general supervision, provides the primary focal point for Division financial analysis activities including the consolidation of all Division income statements, maintenance of monthly reporting, leading the annual plan process and quarterly forecasts and providing analytical insight into budget variances and operational performance.\n\n\u2022 Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.\n\u2022 Exercises judgment in planning, organizing and performing work; monitors performance and reports status to manager.\n\u2022 Assures that quality of services meets internal and external customer requirements.\n\u2022 Meet with various levels within organization and discuss challenges, areas of need, and identify possible improvements.\n\u2022 Remains current on developments in field(s) of expertise.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Coordinates all activity for the annual operating plan.\n\u2022 Coordinates all activity for the quarterly forecast.\n\u2022 Maintains and updates monthly reports.\n\u2022 Assists department managers in developing annual expense budgets.\n\u2022 Updates forecasts for other cost of goods sold expense items.\n\u2022 Provides detailed variance analysis for each function.\n\u2022 Develops and provides ad hoc analysis as required.\n\nExperience & Training:\n\u2022 A Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance required.\n\u2022 Typically a minimum of five plus years of progressively more financial analysis experience, including operating plans in a manufacturing environment\n\u2022 A demonstrated understanding of planning processes and how it impacts financial statements is required\n\u2022 Must have a strong understanding of basic accounting, financial reporting, and operational accounting issues\n\u2022 Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred\n\u2022 Must have experience working with significant ERP system ( SAP preferred or Oracle) and must have experience in either Essbase or Hyperion (Clearview and SAP BI/BW a plus)\n\u2022 Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel (Access a plus)\n\u2022 Must also be able to implement new design features as part of existing systems\n\u2022 Requires demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations (preferred) and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks\n\u2022 Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized applications\n\u2022 Evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity required\n\nOther Skills/Characteristics:\n\u2022 Customer Service Oriented\n\u2022 Excellent Communication Skills\n\u2022 Team player\n\u2022 Ability to multi-task\n\u2022 Proven process improvements\n\u2022 Goal Oriented\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-27 20:23:33", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27424309/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Financial Analyst", "reqid": "NMD3159", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 27424309}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Technical Service Engineering Specialist\nJob Requisition #: 12713\nDate Posted: 03/27/2012\nCategory: Technical Services\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 business unit, located in Sunnyvale, CA:\n\nJob Overview\nFunctioning under general supervision in accordance with established policies/procedures, provides independent clinical and technical support in response to inquiries from physicians, health care professionals, patients and field staff using professional knowledge and judgment. This level of the Technical Service Engineer (TSE) provides the clinical and technical interface between the medical community and the various Cardiac Rhythm Management departments through consultation. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more biomedical engineering or other medical-related academic course of study. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Stays abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Promotes the process of continuous quality improvement and risk management, and coordinates solutions for technical and project issues. Exercises judgment in planning and organizing work; monitors performance and reports status.\n\nRequirements/Education: Requires a Bachelors Degree in electronic engineering, biomedical engineering, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of two plus years of work experience providing medical device industry technical support, including relevant experience in the cardiac pacing industry. Requires the demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices; demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, multi-task, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees, management and customers. Must be able to meet deadlines on multiple projects/assignments. Must also be able to establish/maintain good working relationships and be able to work cooperatively/productively with engineers, vendors, customers, and Field Clinical Engineers is required. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and specialized applications. Evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity required.\n\nDesired Requirements: Biomedical Engineering background. Knowledge of cardiac anatomy/physiology and cardiac pacing/defibrillation systems from a clinical and technological perspective is desired. A demonstrated understanding of electrocardiograms is also preferred.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-27 20:23:10", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27424287/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technical Service Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "12713", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 27424287}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Cincinnati", "description": "Tech Serv Specialist, EP\nJob Requisition #: USD 9542\nDate Posted: 03/26/2012\nCategory: Health & Safety\nLocation: Cincinnati - OH - 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\nWorking under moderate direction, provides engineering, sales, educational and technical support in response to field inquiries from physicians, health care professionals, patients, and field sales staff, involving both AF and CRM products. Performs work that involves a high degree of independence. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Exercises independent judgment in planning, organizing and performing work; monitors performance and reports status to manager.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors degree in Bio-Medical Engineering or related field required. Requires SJM Brady, Tachy, CRT, Ensite, and EP certification within 12 months of hire date. Requires HRS certification. A minimum of two plus years increasingly responsible experience in the cardiac pacing and related industries. Demonstrated knowledge of cardiology, electro-physiology, or cardiac electro-physiology procedures. Familiarity with cath lab and operating room procedures and protocol. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of cardiac pacing systems is also necessary. Must apply engineering skills and abilities to interpret and solve complex pacing ECGs. Must have comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, analytical, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. Must have the ability to concentrate on detail and work independently. Must be able to work effectively with engineers, technical specialists, vendors, and customers to achieve assigned goals; must be capable of coordinating multiple assignments simultaneously and effectively. Must possess comprehensive personal computer skills (experience with Microsoft Office or equivalent required) in graphics, word-processing, databases, authoring programs, etc., to develop presentation materials. Placement into this position requires written approval by the Area Vice President (AVP).\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-26 20:58:17", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27398981/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Tech Serv Specialist, EP", "reqid": "USD 9542", "state": "Ohio", "state_short": "OH", "location": "Cincinnati, OH", "uid": 27398981}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Manager, Demand Planning\nJob Requisition #: ID11737\nDate Posted: 03/26/2012\nCategory: Finance\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\n\nWorks with European, Asia Pacific and Japan Geographies, as well as with the Atrial Fibrillation (AF) and Neuromodulation (NM) Divisions to improve supply chain service levels, decrease supply chain costs and improve asset management. Ensures timely and accurate net requirements forecasts from the ID geographies and works cross functionally to solve inventory management and supply chain issues. Strongly support or lead projects to improve service levels or costs throughout the supply chain.\n\nTYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\n\u2022Consolidate, prepare and analyze monthly net requirements forecasts\n\u2022Supply chain liaison between International geographies and AFD/NMD\n\u2022Manage process improvement \u2013 identifying leverage points for improvements to working capital levels/service levels/cost structures\n\u2022Problem solving (supply chain, inventory, forecasting)\n\u2022Support inventory management initiatives and events\n\u2022Support special Supply Chain projects\n\u2022Assist with acquisition integrations\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIOS\n\u2022Bachelor\u2019s degree in Business Administration (Operations, Finance, Management, or Accounting)\n\u20227+ years experience in Operations (forecasting/planning, inventory mgmt) or Finance (financial analysis)\n\u2022Strong MS Excel and quantitative analysis/ability while working with large data sets\n\u2022SAP, SAP DP, Hyperion Enterprise, Business Objects\n\u2022Ability to work with remote sites and travel as required\n\u2022Exposure to accounting preferred but not required\n\u2022Strong ability to prioritize and multi-task\n\u2022Strong written and verbal communication skills\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\u2022MBA\n\u2022International experience\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-26 20:58:02", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27398975/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Manager, Demand Planning", "reqid": "ID11737", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27398975}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Server Administrator, Senior\nJob Requisition #: 12787\nDate Posted: 03/26/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nServer Administrator, Sr\nSummary Working without appreciable direction, oversees, operates and coordinates large multi-tier systems, typically operational 24x7 basis with global users, and typically comprised of multiple technologies. Integrates multiple Information Technology (IT) technologies for delivery of system services. Executes activities relating to the operation and maintenance of computer systems including monitoring, backups, installation, configuration and operation of new and existing IT equipment. Work requires the application of technical as well as business principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Implements St. Jude Medical Cardiac Rhythm Management Division (SJM/CRMD) and IT specific policies, practices and procedures to accomplish assignments and resolves a broad range of issues and problems. Performs special assignments and projects as directed. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Exercises independent judgment in planning, organizing and performing work; monitors performance and reports status to manager. Assures that quality of services meets requirements. Remains current on developments in field(s) of expertise.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: Requires a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of six plus years of technical experience in server, network or system operations including direct experience in a medium sized server environment or larger. Must possess demonstrated knowledge and application of advanced concepts and practices in two or more server operating systems, server hardware, file system concepts and management. Broad cross-disciplinary perspective with demonstrated competency in two or more of key IT technologies (e.g., server operating systems, network, storage/SAN, system backups, security, telephony, Internet-based infrastructure, public facing systems). Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with integration of storage, data communications/ networking, and security implementation. Good oral and written interpersonal, communication skills to deliver customer-focused service. Excellent analytical, presentation, and organizational skills and the ability to meet multiple deadlines and work independently. Must be able to manage an assignment from start to completion; must be adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines. Ability to use discretion and handle sensitive/confidential information. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Must possess advanced computer skills including a working familiarity with system management tools and utilities, spreadsheets and document applications, communication tools, and other directly relevant applications. Must also have demonstrated effectiveness in the expeditious execution of IT transactions and the ability to work with clients as a strategic business partner. Desired Requirements: A relevant advanced degree and/or appropriate professional certification, i.e., Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and/or Cisco Networking certifications. Ability to program in an administrative language (e.g., Perl, shell scripting).\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-26 20:58:01", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27398974/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Server Administrator, Senior", "reqid": "12787", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27398974}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Irvine", "description": "Principal Product Development Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13821\nDate Posted: 03/26/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Irvine - CA - 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 our Atrial Fibrillation Division in Irvine, CA.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a high caliber, experienced, leading hands-on Engineer that is innovative in driving new product development for AFD. This is a high profile position that will partner with product development engineers to develop new Catheter design concepts, associated test method development and early process characterizations.\n\nImpact this role will have:\n\u2022 Leads the design and process development of new products\n\u2022 Represents Product Development on cross functional product development teams\n\u2022 Applies engineering/ design/ process knowledge to the development of new products\n\u2022 Manages engineering and technician support assigned to the project\n\u2022 Develops schedules and timelines for project work and tracks to and updates\n\u2022 Authors designs control documentation including specifications, requirements, reports, and protocols\n\u2022 Provides engineering, design and technical support of products introduced currently in release.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 BS in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering\n\u2022 10 + years experience in catheter based product design/ R&D in Medical Device industry\n\u2022 3+ years project leadership or management experience\n\u2022 Demonstrated knowledge of successful process development- process identification and process characterization\n\u2022 Track record of successful product transfer from Product Development to Manufacturing\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to work with manufacturing to improve products and processes to increase yield(s)\n\u2022 Experience with medical design from initial concept generation to manufacturing\n\u2022 Strong analytical reasoning\n\u2022 Experience working within medical device regulatory systems (FDA Design Controls, ISO9001, GMP)\n\u2022 Polished communicator\n\u2022 Excellent documentation writing skills; clear and concise using objective evidence and language\n\u2022 Excellent reputation for building relationships\n\u2022 Organized, on-time, and detailed skills\n\u2022 Energized attitude\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 MathCAD experience\n\u2022 Knowledge of electrophysiology\n\u2022 Working knowledge of statistics\n\u2022 Experience w/Cardiac anatomy\n\u2022 Tissue ablation\n\u2022 Catheter design\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com. St. Jude Medical is an equal opportunity employer.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-26 20:58:00", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27398973/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Principal Product Development Engineer", "reqid": "AF13821", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Irvine, CA", "uid": 27398973}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Marketing Manager, CRM\nJob Requisition #: ID11736\nDate Posted: 03/22/2012\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 Marketing Manager is responsible for managing a team of Product Managers to build the commercial roadmap for assigned CRM products by working across all International Division geographies. The Marketing Manager will 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. Monitor product franchise results and develop and implement marketing and business strategies to achieve sales plan.\n\n\nTYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES\n\u2022Manage product managers and work with geographies and product division to build the commercial roadmap for assigned products. This includes:\n\noDefining target markets which are appropriate to achieve revenue expectations\noDetermining pricing\noCreating customer product information collateral\noCreating customer training collateral\noCreating sales training material\noConducting sales product training\n\n\u2022Develop appropriate strategies and plans in order to monitor and respond to changes in the market place, competitors, and performance versus objectives by major geography.\noTrack success of assigned products including metrics, strengths, gaps, strategies, etc.\noManage key metrics to identify product penetration in global markets\noProvide analyses that highlight sales opportunities, trends and issues\n\n\u2022Partner with global sales management to secure necessary sales representative attention\n\n\u2022Plan and prepare product launches in cooperation with the Product Division/International Marketing and facilitate implementation throughout the geographies\noEnsure products are properly positioned and that marketing plan will support sales objectives\n\n\u2022Maintain global programs for products which have already been released including customer loyalty programs and appropriate campaigns\n\n\u2022Develop and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders\n\n\u2022Manage performance of direct reports by coaching staff on regular basis\noConducting performance evaluations in a timely manner\noRewarding for excellent performance, addressing poor performance and managing employee development plans\noManage the completion of quality and compliance requirements for team\n\n\u2022Contribute toward the development of an annual departmental budget by forecasting future needs, utilizing previous year\u2019s budget, current objectives and budget guidelines.\n\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\n\u2022BA/BSN/BAN/BS\n\u20224+ years work experience in the medical device industry\n\u20224+ years in marketing and/or equivalent applicable experience\n\u2022Skilled in use of spreadsheet, database and presentation software\n\u2022Strong analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills required\n\u2022Work effectively in a complex, multi-tasking environment\n\u2022Strong individual self starter who has ability to develop and execute on plans\n\u2022Strong influence management skills\u2014effectively influences a wide variety geographies/cultures and functions including regulatory, sales, marketing, research and manufacturing\n\u2022Excellent communication skills\u2014has 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 strategic decisions.\n\u2022Strong team player\u2014ability to work as a key member of the International Division marketing team.\n\u2022Strong leadership skills\u2014ability to function as the marketing lead\u201d on high profile projects around the world.\n\u2022Project management skills\u2014ability to manage complex projects and programs. Ability to pull the appropriate functional and geographic functions together to support initiatives.\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\u2022MBA with marketing emphasis preferred\n\u20222 + years international marketing experience within medical device industry\n\u20222 + years marketing management experience\n\u20222 + years medical device sales experience\n\u2022Knowledge/experience with customer base and with international health care markets\n\u2022Understanding of medical products clinical and regulatory process and environments\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS\n\u202220-25% 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 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.", "date_new": "2012-03-22 20:58:55", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27326339/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Marketing Manager, CRM", "reqid": "ID11736", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27326339}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Demand Planner\nJob Requisition #: 12663\nDate Posted: 03/21/2012\nCategory: Purchasing\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:\nResponsible for developing and maintaining top level manufacturing build plans, for existing and new products, that meet defined service level and inventory targets for the division\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Global Sales & Operations Planning process preparation and facilitation, including interface with Marketing, Sales, Production, Accounting, and other operations groups that are part of this process\n\u2022 Clearly communicate agreed upon production quantities and mix to Production and other Operations groups.\n\u2022 Zero back order goal - when back order exists full responsibility for back order management, status, prioritization, communication\n\u2022 Production Plan attainment reporting and communication, including holding Operations accountable weekly to S&OP agreed upon production plans and notifying Accounting of variances to plan\n\u2022 Set and maintain appropriate inventory levels that meet service level objectives to customers balanced with divisional DIOH (Days Inventory On Hand) goals.\n\u2022 Plan new product introductions and phase outs to achieve planned launch dates with targeted inventory levels\n\u2022 Monthly inventory management of excess, obsolete, expiring inventory, including developing and implementing solutions to minimize inventory write-offs and communication with Finance on write-off potential\n\u2022 Proficient in ERP system functionality to perform job-including driving S&OP agreed upon plans thru MRP to Production for build plans or Purchasing for raw material planning\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor Degree required\n\u2022 APICS or other Planning related certifications preferred.\n\u2022 Minimum 3 years experience in Planning function\n\u2022 Medical Device experience preferred.\n\u2022 Experience with SAP preferred.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-22 01:48:21", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27314755/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Demand Planner", "reqid": "12663", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 27314755}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Demand Planner\nJob Requisition #: 12664\nDate Posted: 03/21/2012\nCategory: Operations\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:\nResponsible for developing and maintaining top level manufacturing build plans, for existing and new products, that meet defined service level and inventory targets for the division\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Global Sales & Operations Planning process preparation and facilitation, including interface with Marketing, Sales, Production, Accounting, and other operations groups that are part of this process\n\u2022 Clearly communicate agreed upon production quantities and mix to Production and other Operations groups. Seamless coordination with Supply Chain Supply Side Planning to meet overall planning objectives\n\u2022 Manage Zero back order goal \u2013 when back order exists full responsibility for back order management, status, prioritization, communication\n\u2022 Sales and net requirements forecasts review and attainment, holding key geographies accountable to their forecasts thru measurement and communication\n\u2022 Set and maintain appropriate inventory levels that meet service level objectives to customers balanced with divisional DIOH (Days Inventory On Hand) goals.\n\u2022 Plan new product introductions and phase outs to achieve planned launch dates with targeted inventory levels\n\u2022 Facilitate and coordinate key CVD quarterly/annual planning processes like Strat Plan, OP Plan, and quarterly production volume and inventory forecasting\n\u2022 Monthly inventory management of excess, obsolete, expiring inventory, including developing and implementing solutions to minimize inventory write-offs and communication with Finance on write-off potential.\n\u2022 Proficient in ERP system functionality to perform job-including driving S&OP agreed upon plans thru MRP to Production for build plans or Purchasing for raw material planning\n\u2022 Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and other Microsoft software\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor Degree required.\n\u2022 APICS or other Planning related certifications preferred.\n\u2022 Minimum 3 years experience in Planning function.\n\u2022 Medical Device experience preferred.\n\u2022 Experience with SAP preferred.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-22 01:48:21", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27314756/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Demand Planner", "reqid": "12664", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 27314756}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Engineer II, Clinical-Systems\nJob Requisition #: 12553\nDate Posted: 03/20/2012\nCategory: Systems Engineering\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nEngineer II, Clinical-Systems\nSummary Working under general supervision, supports product development efforts by performing clinical-systems engineering tasks such as investigating, defining, documenting and testing activities associated with the development of new algorithms or the development of specific projects. Responsible for gaining a firm understanding of clinical applications, customer needs to be addressed, behaviors, and architected solution of the assigned portion of the system. Performs additional analysis and/or interviews to determine requirements and constraints on the assigned portion of the system and to resolve cross-functional issues. Work requires the application of theoretical principles, evaluation, ingenuity and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Demonstrates aspects of technical or organizational leadership within the current projects. Has ability to apply technical, clinical and marketing understanding of issues to bring tasks to resolution within assigned projects. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises basic technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing, and/or coordinating clinical-systems engineering work. Stays abreast of and communicates technical advancements to colleagues and associates. Routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Biomedical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent including relevant coursework and/or work experience in product development (especially definition and validation), cardiology and electrocardiogram interpretation. Typically a minimum of two plus years of relevant, progressively more responsible work experience in medical product development and/or a graduate degree with relevant project experience. The demonstrated ability to effectively integrate information from varied disciplines including Clinical Medicine, Engineering, Marketing and Regulatory Affairs is also required. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment. Documented record of delivering clinical-systems engineering information which 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. Must have demonstrated personal computer skills, be able to perform basic word processing/spreadsheet tasks to perform documentation, presentation, and analysis activities and be able to grasp new technical concepts and tools quickly. Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration; a Biomedical Engineering degree is preferred. Professional certification or designation. Academic or in-house courses in project management, leadership, training, Six-Sigma, and various technical applications as noted above. Training and experience in manufacturing processes and methods. Experience in the manufacturing of medical devices.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-20 20:33:08", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27272207/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer II, Clinical-Systems", "reqid": "12553", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27272207}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Technician - Maintenance\nJob Requisition #: 12602\nDate Posted: 03/19/2012\nCategory: Manufacturing Technician\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nProvide manufacturing support to production operators, engineering, and quality departments in a team environment.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022Identify, analyze, and implement manufacturing improvements (e.g., processes, yields, and\nproductivity)\n\u2022Test/troubleshoot manufacturing processes and equipment\n\u2022Modify existing and develop new tooling and fixtures\n\u2022Summarize, analyze, and provide recommendations from test results\n\u2022Assist in writing technical reports by capturing experiemental results and demonstrating technical writing skills\n\u2022Support new product introductions\n\u2022Support process validation activities for continuing production and for new product\n\u2022introductions\n\u2022Set-up production processes using established procedures and processes\n\nQualifications:\n\u20222 year technical degree preferred\n\u20225+ years experience, preferably in medical device industry\n\u2022Demonstrated experience in molding, tooling, troubleshooting equipment, and performing machine and process set-ups\n\u2022Experience in GMP, ISO, and FDA controlled environments preferred\n\u2022Proficient computer, data analysis and report writing skills\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-19 18:32:35", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27237705/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technician - Maintenance", "reqid": "12602", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27237705}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Engineer - Packaging\nJob Requisition #: 12612\nDate Posted: 03/19/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nSupport packaging and labeling processes for established product lines. Develop packaging and labeling for new products.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022Select, procure, install, and validate packaging and labeling equipment\n\u2022Conduct Process FMEAs\n\u2022Identify and implement packaging/labeling process improvement projects\n\u2022Design, develop and test a wide variety of packaging used for the protection, display, and handling of products\n\u2022Determine packaging specifications according to the nature of the product, cost limitations, legal requirements, and the type of protection required, considering need for resistance to such external variables as moisture, corrosive chemicals, temperature variations, light, heat, rough handling, and tampering\n\u2022Design package exteriors considering such factors as product identification, sales appeal, aesthetic quality, printing and production techniques\n\u2022Responsibilities may include documentation management and an understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)\n\u2022Creation and management of change requests within the document control system (currently Windchill)\n\u2022May supervise or provide work direction to other engineers and technicians\n\u2022May lead or serve as member of cross-functional project teams\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022Packaging Engineering or Mechanical Engineering degree\n\u20225+ years experience in packaging or material handling\n\u2022Medical device experience preferred\n\u2022Understanding of FDA, GMP, and ISO guidelines\n\u2022Experience with equipment process validation principles as well as engineering documentation practices and statistical process control\n\u2022Requires ability to be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction\n\u2022Requires excellent organization, problem solving, and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-19 18:32:33", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27237703/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Packaging", "reqid": "12612", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27237703}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Engineer - Manufacturing\nJob Requisition #: 12599\nDate Posted: 03/19/2012\nCategory: Manufacturing Engineering\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\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:\nManage projects which include new production equipment, process improvements and cost reductions while supporting new product introductions. Provide guidance to other engineers and technicians.\n\nAdditional responsibilities include:\n\u2022Provide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians\n\u2022Conduct Process FMEAs and Process Validations\n\u2022Improve product quality, labor efficiency, and throughput through the use of Lean manufacturing concepts\n\u2022Coordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of tooling, machinery and test equipment\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022Mechanical, Chemical or any engineering or technical degree required, or equivalent experience\n\u20225+ years manufacturing engineering experience\n\u2022Medical device experience required\n\u2022International manufacturing experience preferred\n\u2022Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills\n\u2022Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings\n\u2022Six Sigma certification preferred\n\u202225% travel required\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-19 18:32:21", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27237694/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Manufacturing", "reqid": "12599", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27237694}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Engineer I, Design Assurance (software)\nJob Requisition #: 12700\nDate Posted: 03/16/2012\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under close supervision on defined work assignments and/or usually following established procedures, supports the qualification testing of potential new products, accessories and components. Possess a solid understanding of software development, verification and validation activities, processes, approaches, and methodologies.\n\u2022Work with Software Engineers on the software development process, including document review, technical review meetings, change control meetings and auditing.\n\u2022Monitor software configuration management, defect tracking and requirements using software tools such as ClearCase, ClearQuest and DOORs.\n\u2022Implement process improvements that add value to software development projects, contribute to finding bugs earlier, and prevent failures from reaching the field.\n\u2022Conduct review meetings for issues found during audits and ensure that all issues are resolved before regulatory submission.\n\u2022Develop, follow and maintain internal SOPs, department work instructions, project audit plans and audit summary reports.\n\u2022Schedule and perform software validations as needed for quality system software used throughout the company.\n\u2022Support other departments in the validation of software for quality systems, including in-house and commercially developed software.\n\u2022Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively convey schedules, issues, and results in documents, emails, and meetings.\n\u2022Must be able to complete projects on schedule with a high quality results.\n\u2022Must be a detail oriented person who can diplomatically catch mistakes and get corrections made.\n\u2022Must have high energy and enthusiasm with a history of successful team participation.\n\n\nlooking for a mature and responsible new grad (or soon-to-be grad) with a degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science and who has elective coursework in some of the following areas:\n\n\u2022 UNIX\n\u2022 Computer Security\n\u2022 Software Testing\n\u2022 Software Process\n\u2022 Software Quality\n\u2022 Web Programming and Data Management\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-16 19:25:34", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27208003/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer I, Design Assurance (software)", "reqid": "12700", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 27208003}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Technical Service Engineering Specialist\nJob Requisition #: 12621\nDate Posted: 03/15/2012\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 business unit, located in Sunnyvale, CA:\n\nJob Overview\nFunctioning under general supervision in accordance with established policies/procedures, provides independent clinical and technical support in response to inquiries from physicians, health care professionals, patients and field staff using professional knowledge and judgment. This level of the Technical Service Engineer (TSE) provides the clinical and technical interface between the medical community and the various Cardiac Rhythm Management departments through consultation. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more biomedical engineering or other medical-related academic course of study. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Stays abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Promotes the process of continuous quality improvement and risk management, and coordinates solutions for technical and project issues. Exercises judgment in planning and organizing work; monitors performance and reports status.\n\nRequirements/Education: Requires a Bachelors Degree in electronic engineering, biomedical engineering, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of two plus years of work experience providing medical device industry technical support, including relevant experience in the cardiac pacing industry. Requires the demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices; demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, multi-task, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees, management and customers. Must be able to meet deadlines on multiple projects/assignments. Must also be able to establish/maintain good working relationships and be able to work cooperatively/productively with engineers, vendors, customers, and Field Clinical Engineers is required. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and specialized applications. Evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity required.\n\nDesired Requirements: Biomedical Engineering background. Knowledge of cardiac anatomy/physiology and cardiac pacing/defibrillation systems from a clinical and technological perspective is desired. A demonstrated understanding of electrocardiograms is also preferred.\n\nCandidate that can work in a fast-paced environment, with attention to detail, meet deadlines, and has excellent organizational skills. Knowledge in FDA CDRH regulations a plus.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-15 21:38:22", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27178514/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technical Service Engineering Specialist", "reqid": "12621", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 27178514}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Senior Quality Manager\nJob Requisition #: 12689\nDate Posted: 03/14/2012\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 in Minnetonka.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Senior Quality Manager \u2013 Documentation is responsible for the development, establishment and maintenance of Quality Documentation systems, programs, policies, processes, procedures and controls that ensure the performance and quality of products conform to established standards and agency regulations.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Provide overall Documentation Systems leadership for the deployment, coordination and oversight of the goals and objectives for Divisional and SJM Enterprise Documentation Systems activities to Divisional Documentation Managers and teams globally.\n\u2022 Provide expert level guidance and direction of the Documentation Systems Body of Knowledge\n\u2022 Aggressively identify opportunities to proactively assure compliance of Documentation Systems to all applicable internal, domestic and international quality regulations, to include, but not limited to:\no U.S. FD&C and 21CFR11, 21CFR820\no EN ISO 13485\no CAN MDR SOR/98-282 and CAN/CSA: ISO 13485\n\u2022 Aggressively identify and manage Documentation Systems activities related to adding value to the organization through systems and controls improvement, risk and cost reduction, and fiscal budgetary responsibility.\n\u2022 Provide influential leadership with International sites to drive proactive Documentation Systems innovation and improvement.\n\u2022 Identify Documentation Systems Initiatives and lead cross-functional teams to complete them.\n\u2022 Provide diligent and fact-based communication to Executive Management team, peers, and team.\n\u2022 Assess resource needs to assure that the accurate level of support is provided when needed with the competencies needed.\n\n\nRequirements:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s Degree\n\u2022 8+ years in Documentation Control desired\n\u2022 5+ years leadership and management of demonstrated compliance excellence, value improvement, risk reduction, and cost management\n\u2022 Medical Device or other Regulated Manufacturing background\n\u2022 Demonstrated extensive experience with Domestic and International regulatory requirements and regulating bodies\n\u2022 Ability to travel internationally to support international manufacturing sites\n\u2022 Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to create momentum and deliver excellent results highly desired\n\u2022 Strong project management, team skills, and influential management highly desired\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-14 19:07:39", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27138034/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Quality Manager", "reqid": "12689", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 27138034}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Senior Data Warehouse Architect\nJob Requisition #: 12605\nDate Posted: 03/14/2012\nCategory: Information Technology\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 Senior Data Warehouse Architect will perform necessary duties to design/model, maintain, and optimize multiple data marts and data warehouses within our database environments. The architect will also share responsibilities for Extraction, Transformation & Loading for the data warehouse.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Analysis, design, development & support of the CVD data warehouse environment\n\u2022 Team member to support Informatica & Business Objects\n\u2022 Assist in ETL development efforts, making sure that the business rules are implemented correctly\n\u2022 Diagnose and propose solutions for database and report performance issues\n\u2022 Other areas of responsibility are Data Strategy, ETL Architecture, ETL development, reference data management and data quality improvement\n\nRequirements:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree\n\u2022 8+ years of IT experience\n\u2022 5+ years as a Data Architect\n\u2022 3-5 years experience with SQL Server\n\u2022 Full life cycle experience implementing BI architecture and data warehousing solutions\n\u2022 Strong conceptual, logical and physical data modeling experience\n\u2022 Performed and led data migration efforts\n\u2022 Thorough understanding of BI / DW concepts\n\u2022 Hands on experience in writing, executing and debugging SQL\n\u2022 Experienced with ER Diagrams and data modeling tools such as ErWin\n\u2022 Experience with identifying reporting and information requirements\n\u2022 Excellent communication skills\n\u2022 Strong analytical, problem solving, and research skills\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Medical Device industry exposure or experience\n\u2022 Working knowledge of Informatica\n\u2022 Working knowledge of Oracle\n\u2022 Bachelors degree in CS, Mathematics, MIS, Engineering, etc.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-14 19:07:30", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27138028/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Data Warehouse Architect", "reqid": "12605", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 27138028}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Sr Manufacturing Technician\nJob Requisition #: AF13815\nDate Posted: 03/13/2012\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 an experienced, high caliber, Senior Manufacturing Engineering Technician to join our Advanced Process Development (APD) team based in Minnetonka. This role will provide engineering support to a variety of process development projects led by Process Engineers in APD group., This position is a 1st shift, Monday-Friday opportunity.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Identify, analyze, and implement manufacturing improvements (e.g., processes, yields, and productivity).\n\u2022 Participate in cross-functional projects related to new process development led by Process Engineers in APD group.\n\u2022 Develop and execute engineering builds to support process characterization and qualification studies.\n\u2022 Summarize, analyze, and provide recommendations from test results.\n\u2022 Support process validation activities for process development and new product\nintroductions.\n\u2022 Modify existing and develop new tooling and fixtures for new process development.\n\u2022 Assist in writing technical reports by capturing experimental results and demonstrating technical writing skills.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Two year technical degree.\n\u2022 5+ years of medical device industry experience.\n\u2022 Flexibility to work over-time as needed.\n\u2022 Demonstrated experience in catheter assembly, equipment qualifications, troubleshooting equipment, and performing initial machine/ process set-ups.\n\u2022 Experience in GMP, ISO, and FDA controlled environments preferred.\n\u2022 Proficient computer, data analysis and report writing skills.\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 Energetic, organized, on-time, and detailed project management skills.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 SAP\n\u2022 Windchill (PDM)\n\u2022 Experience sourcing new equipment and vendors\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-13 23:44:31", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27117047/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr Manufacturing Technician", "reqid": "AF13815", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 27117047}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Irvine", "description": "Senior Design Quality Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13715\nDate Posted: 03/13/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Irvine - CA - 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 our Atrial Fibrillation Division in Irvine, CA.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, Design Quality Assurance Engineer to join our organization. This Senior Engineer partners with employees on cross functional teams focused on new product development. This DQE leads and ensures new product designs are in compliance in the following critical areas- marketing/user requirements, technical/engineering specifications, technical drawings, design verification and design validation test protocols and reports, risk analyses and reports, test method validations, equipment qualifications, and manufacturing procedures.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Provide guidance to support completion of new product development quality deliverables: risk analyses and reports including FMEAs and Fault Tree Analyses; quality, shelf life, packaging, biocompatibility, and sterility assessments and plans; others.\n\u2022 Review and provide guidance on creation of new product development process deliverables, ensuring deliverables meet internal requirements: marketing/user requirements, technical/engineering specifications, technical drawings, design verification and validation test protocols and reports, risk analyses and reports, test method validations, equipment qualifications, manufacturing procedures, etc.. Work with process owners to develop procedures and work instructions for design control and new product development.\n\u2022 Ensure new product design compliance to internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and International Standards Organization 13485 and 21Code of Federal Regulations Part 820 Quality System Regulations. Ensure internal SOP compliance to external regulations.\n\u2022 Support and lead failure investigations including root cause analysis, correction, corrective/preventive actions, Design History File updates. Subject Matter Expert for failure investigation techniques and documentation.\n\u2022 Communicate any quality-related issues to Quality Management, propose and lead implementation of appropriate corrective actions. Prepare corrective action implementation project plan and schedule.\n\u2022 Subject Matter Expert for evaluation of effectiveness and safety of new product designs using understanding of the physiology and electrical systems of the human heart (including phenomena associated with atrial fibrillation), atrial fibrillation-related Electrophysiology (EP) lab procedures and equipment use cases, and knowledge of the design, function, and typical failure modes of devices manufactured by SJM-AFD.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 B.S. Engineering degree.\n\u2022 Extensive product and process validation experience.\n\u2022 Strong written and oral communication skills.\n\u2022 Successful track record of being organized, ability to prioritize, and working both independently and in teams.\n\u2022 Experience with new product development process through project completion under 21CFR Part 820 or Medical Device Directive regulations.\n\u2022 Understand and able to provide guidance regarding statistical decision-making (ANOVA, hypothesis testing, goodness-of-fit, etc.), data analysis (data types, accuracy vs. precision, mean/range/standard deviation), statistically sound sampling plans and acceptance criteria, measurement system analysis (Gauge R&R, capability), risk/hazard analysis techniques (FMEA/FMECA, FTA).\n\u2022 7+ years of QA experience within the medical device industry.\n\u2022 Experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Visio, Minitab.\n\u2022 Great reputation for leading and driving change on multiple projects.\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\u2022 Ability to influence others without authority.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Preferred degrees are related to medical devices, such as Biomedical or Electrical Engineering degree.\n\u2022 CQE, CQA certification.\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.", "date_new": "2012-03-13 23:44:27", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27117043/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Design Quality Engineer", "reqid": "AF13715", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Irvine, CA", "uid": 27117043}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Service Manager\nJob Requisition #: 12661\nDate Posted: 03/12/2012\nCategory: Operations\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Manager of Service is responsible for a wide range of activities required for the introduction, installation and maintenance of OCT systems.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\n\u2022 Lead the refurbishment and repair of returned product for OCT and FFR, including tools, calibration and testing equipment and processes.\n\u2022 Identify failure trends and associated root cause and statistical analysis and communicating this to the rest of the organization.\n\u2022 Creating demand plan for services, work with manufacturing and quality to ensure timely product flow.\n\u2022 Establishing and staffing the service organization, training and departmental budget management.\n\u2022 Interfaces with USD and ID field service functions and Engineering regarding repair issues\n\u2022 Champions and enables methodologies of continuous process improvement including defining and reporting departmental performance metrics.\n\u2022 Assists Regulatory throughout the process of complaint handling related to CVD capital equipment and peripherals.\n\u2022 Represents services in a cross-functional capacity while interfacing quality assurance and sustaining engineering groups.\n\u2022 Oversees content development and manages distribution of all technical documents including Work Instructions, Technical Bulletins, IFU's, Software Release Notes, Service Manuals, etc.\n\u2022 Works in conjunction with worldwide Capital Services (US, Europe, and Japan) in the planning and execution of system upgrades, software releases, field corrective actions, and other planned service events.\n\u2022 Collaborates with Engineering and Marketing on special projects related to new product releases and next generation products.\n\u2022 Works in conjunction with R&D in design for serviceability projects, including systems integration, networking, and remote connectivity.\n\u2022 Represents and coordinates advanced technical and applications support at the product divisional level by enabling collaboration with engineering.\n\u2022 Manages in-house product training and education programs related to capital equipment servicing for new hire and continuing education.\n\u2022 Monitors and maintains refurbished materials stock including asset management of the demo/eval systems fleet.\n\u2022 Coordinates and manages planned maintenance and other serviceability of all SJM owned systems that are installed in-house.\n\u2022 Clearly communicate expectations and goals to employees\n\nQualifications:\n\n\u2022 B.S. in engineering or equivalent\n\u2022 10 years of hands-on field service experience\n\u2022 5+ years experience with software-based, complex electro-mechanical medical devices\n\u2022 3 to 5 years product service management experience\n\u2022 Excellent organizational, communications and troubleshooting skills\n\u2022 Experience managing direct reports and contractors in a field service environment\n\u2022 Familiarity with QSR and ISO13485 is desirable\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-12 19:08:46", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27084724/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Service Manager", "reqid": "12661", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 27084724}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Production Supervisor\nJob Requisition #: 12631\nDate Posted: 03/09/2012\nCategory: Manufacturing\nLocation: Arecibo - - 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\nProvided leadership to the production teams to deliver the business results and expectations on a day to day basis. This position requires elevated training in human resources/people skills, quality systems, and manufacturing processes. The position is responsible for ensuring that standard production processes are maintained and that production volumes and quality are met.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelor degree in engineering science (Industrial or Mechanical) or Business Administration (Industrial Management). Three to five years of prior supervisory experience in a medical device, pharmaceutical, or electronic industry preferred. Capacity to define problems collects data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Must have excellent interpersonal and team work skills. Must be bilingual (English and Spanish), computer literary (MSFT applications and MFG software) preferred Knowledge of ISO and quality systems. Knowledge of SAP a plus. Must have good people skills with the ability to energize and motivate a staff.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-09 23:22:12", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27053176/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Production Supervisor", "reqid": "12631", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 27053176}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Quality Specialist II\nJob Requisition #: 12582\nDate Posted: 02/28/2012\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 in St. Paul:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Quality Specialist II conducts internal quality audits to assess compliance to the requirements of FDA, ISO, MDD, CDR, Japan, and other regulatory bodies applicable to the Cardiovascular Quality System. This position will also participate in and support CVD during external regulatory audits.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Conduct internal CVD compliance audits at any CVD facility\n\u2022 Set the audit schedule, maintain the schedule, and/or update it as necessary\n\u2022 Write thorough reports of the audits conducted and fully inform participants, managers of the audited area, and quality management of the audit results\n\u2022 Prepare for external audits\n\u2022 Be a support and/or participant during external audits\n\u2022 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\nRequirements:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree required\n\u2022 3-5 years experience in the medical device industry\n\u2022 1-3 years auditing experience per ISO and/or FDA standards\n\u2022 Lead Auditor Certification for ISO 13485 or 9001:2000 preferred.\n\u2022 Excellent writing skills are required\n\nPreferred qualifications:\n\u2022 Knowledge of MDD, Japan, Australian, and other geographic regulations\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-09 23:21:05", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27053140/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Quality Specialist II", "reqid": "12582", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27053140}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Assembler - 2nd Shift\nJob Requisition #: CRT13046\nDate Posted: 03/08/2012\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 CRM 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.\nSt. Jude Medical is an equal opportunity employer.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-08 18:20:26", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27010058/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Assembler - 2nd Shift", "reqid": "CRT13046", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 27010058}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Supervisor - R&D Technician\nJob Requisition #: 12636\nDate Posted: 03/08/2012\nCategory: Engineering 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:\nThis person will supervise the R&D technician pool for the Engineering Test Lab (ETL) located at the Woodridge facility in St. Paul, MN.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\nOrganize and provide leadership to St. Jude Medical-Cardiovascular Division's lab where new prosthetic heart valves are evaluated for performance.\n\n\u2022 Supervise technicians including; communicating regularly with engineers and R & D management regarding setting priorities, support needs, status and quality of work done.\n\u2022 Create development plans with reports to continue to improve skill and team\u2019s capabilities.\n\u2022 Develop and execute plans to enable the lab to meet the growing and changing needs of the business.\n\u2022 Provide work direction to technicians to support project work.\n\u2022 Provide assistance to technicians and train on use of equipment, materials, and technical practices.\n\u2022 Troubleshoot and suggest creative solutions to process, test method and design issues.\n\u2022 Maintain QSR systems, including pre-production quality assurance procedures, pre-clinical testing programs, and post production QSR compliance in coordination with the Quality function.\n\u2022 Use internal and qualified external vendors to assist engineering teams to obtain supplies and services.\n\u2022 Test prototypes per engineering instructions and document test results.\n\u2022 Conduct yearly performance reviews by obtaining feedback from engineers and R&D management in addition to own assessment of technician\u2019s performance.\n\nOther Duties:\n\n\u2022 Insure lab supplies and equipment are adequate and in working order, support improvements to Lab.\n\u2022 Ensure technician\u2019s goals are in line with upper management\u2019s objective.\n\u2022 Interview potential employees and make recommendations/hire for employment.\n\u2022 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\u2022 Two year technical degree or equivalent experience\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in science or technology preferred\n\u2022 7-10 years technical experience, with at least 2 years supervisory experience\n\u2022 Experience developing and testing medical devices.\n\u2022 Experience with a variety of manufacturing processes required.\n\u2022 Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-08 18:20:12", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/27010050/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Supervisor - R&D Technician", "reqid": "12636", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 27010050}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Director, Project Management Office (PMO)\nJob Requisition #: Corp 12016\nDate Posted: 03/07/2012\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\nThis position is open due to an internal promotion. The PMO Director has overall accountability and responsibility to plan and manage the resources and processes used to identify, develop, prioritize and implement strategic and tactical enterprise systems projects. This is a great opportunity to work with a mature group of direct reports and continue to evolve the PMO by planning a 3+ year road map. This position also has responsibility for the development of processes and methods that govern the execution of those projects (e.g. methodology development).\n\nThe position requires outstanding knowledge of enterprise business solutions, an ability to facilitate cross-organizational collaboration at a senior leadership level, and an ability to manage complex work and team environments to the successful delivery of enterprise solutions. Preference will be given to local candidates.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Build a working demand management process for key enterprise applications (e.g. SAP) to allow realization of business requirements for ongoing solution improvements and enhancements. Includes demand intake, evaluation, prioritization, and delivery as well as management of funding, budgeting, and chargeback models.\n\u2022 Manage a portfolio of enhancement work for the SAP environment including multiple releases of new functionality.\n\u2022 Manage other enterprise programs and projects as required\n\u2022 Develop portfolio and program plans providing project architecture for complex, multi-phase initiatives. Develop and execute project plans utilizing a project management methodology and project planning tools.\n\u2022 Monitor portfolio, program, and project status and report to senior management or steering committee.\n\u2022 Provide architectural input where needed to ensure portfolios and projects are aligned to overall business strategy and IT standards.\n\u2022 Develop and maintain an outstanding customer service relationship with business, division IT management, and team members.\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 15+ years IT experience using a standard IT methodology, with 10+ years in a program, project, and line management roles.\n\u2022 Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering or related field.\n\u2022 Proven success in implementing, improving, and supporting enterprise-wide projects (e.g. ERP).\n\u2022 Experience managing programs and/or project portfolios. Specific experience managing SAP enhancement processes from business interaction through implementation is a strong plus.\n\u2022 Functional expertise in one or many key functional areas (especially Supply Chain and Finance).\n\u2022 Self motivated with and ability to build new processes and methods leveraging past experience. Excellent planning, interpersonal, organizational, documentation, verbal and written communication skills\n\u2022 Experience with MS Project, Excel, Word and Visio.\n* Ability to travel - up to 15%\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n* International experience\n*  Experience with Project Portfolio Management (PPM) applications\n* Advanced degree (e.g. MBA)\n* Experience in Medical Device or Life Science industries\n*  Project Management certification\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-07 22:20:52", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26992077/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Director, Project Management Office (PMO)", "reqid": "Corp 12016", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26992077}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Applied Research Intern\nJob Requisition #: AF13805\nDate Posted: 03/07/2012\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 at our Atrial Fibrillation Division.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking a talented, results-oriented Intern to help develop biologically representative active bench model to be used for catheter and system testing. The successful candidate would be capable of mechanical drawing preferably in Solid Works or ProE. Strong mechanical skills are needed, but also a solid understanding of electronics and biological studies. Strong communication skills are required for this position since there will be substantial interaction with many groups within the organization. The successful candidate will document the completed device, test and modify as required and verify that it meets the requirements. Individuals in this position will work closely with fellow research scientists and technicians helping out with various tasks as well as complete assigned projects independently.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Mechanical design of biologically representative bench model\n\u2022 Work with internal or external vendor to fabricate bench model\n\u2022 Assemble, test and modify device as needed.\n\u2022 Test and verify that the model meets the agreed upon requirements\n\u2022 Provide end of summer presentation for SJM senior management\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Candidates should be pursuing a bachelor\u2019s degree in mathematics, physical science, or other engineering disciplines (Biomedical, Chemical, Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering)\n\u2022 Junior or Senior year students will be considered\n\u2022 Individual must be self-driven and willing to multi-task in a fast paced environment\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 Data analysis and processing experience\n\u2022 Must be a team player\n\u2022 Energized attitude.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Experience with CAD software such as Solid Works or ProE\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.", "date_new": "2012-03-07 22:20:39", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26992067/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Applied Research Intern", "reqid": "AF13805", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26992067}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Direct Sales Rep, Cardiovascular\nJob Requisition #: USD 9483\nDate Posted: 03/06/2012\nCategory: Sales\nLocation: West USA - Region - 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\nOutside sales position calls on physicians, medical laboratories, hospital purchasing agents and administration to sell St. Jude Medical cardiovascular and vascular products in an assigned territory.  Position is responsible for professional oversight, territory performance and revenue growth of CVD product line, including capital equipment, disposable, and implantable product lines. Activities include capital selling presentations, preparation and delivery of financial proposals, education of customers on St. Jude Medical CVD products and programs. Experience necessary for building customer relationships to foster product and program practice, particularly for therapy development and development of KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders) who will be experts and advocates of SJM CVD products. Successful skills to drive clinical support for an array of SJM CVD disposable and implantable products. Analytical skills required for territory and account level planning through implementation of company strategies and general sales and service activities. Vital teamwork and communication necessary for the sales position to work in coordination with other SJM sales personnel across SJM product disciplines strategically to optimize overall results. As appropriate, assists marketing personnel on advertising and promotional sales strategies.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent and typically four plus years of progressively more responsible sales experience, including experience with both disposable and capital medical equipment. Working knowledge of domestic regulations relative to the medical device industry. A demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices; ability to work with and direct others effectively; ability to prepare and present strong written and verbal communications; and familiarity with medical device industry policies, operations and procedures. Documented record of delivering sales/marketing information which adds value to managements decision making process. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with customers, physicians, hospital administrators, government agencies, medical groups, and other sales representatives. Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication, negotiation, sales, interpersonal and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to utilize basic functions from within Microsoft Office including ability develop basic Excel spreadsheets and analysis, basic PowerPoint presentations and Word documents and communications.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation. A comprehensive understanding of cardiology/vascular market and technology.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-06 19:46:51", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26958029/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Direct Sales Rep, Cardiovascular", "reqid": "USD 9483", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 26958029}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Field Clinical Engineer, AF\nJob Requisition #: USD 9503\nDate Posted: 03/06/2012\nCategory: Sales\nLocation: East - Region - 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\nWorking under general supervision, The Field Clinical Engineer (FCE) is responsible for supporting the EnSite 3000 System sales and marketing process, by providing clinical consultation, teaching and support on the use of the EnSite System and its appropriate application in the clinical setting. To a lesser degree, the FCE is also expected to provide consulting to customers on the complete AF product line. Provides field support for accurate technical support/ troubleshooting, and strategic collaboration with Sales to develop business in the local territory. Works within a small team atmosphere, including Sales Reps, their respective Regional Management, and AF Product Division personnel to develop individual account and territory sales strategies; Performs training and other related logistics coordination and gathers market/customer related feedback to ensure annual operating objectives attained. The FCE participates in the sales and marketing process and is responsible for ensuring all new accounts are established in accordance with St. Judes AF Divisions educational and in-service specific objectives and that ongoing product utilization is encouraged when necessary or requested through in-lab support and consultation with the EP and other lab support personnel.\n\nRequirements/Education: Two-year technical degree in a related field, or equivalent. Bachelors degree in Biology/related preferred. Typically a minimum of three plus years of progressively more responsible relevant clinical work experience in cardiology, electro-physiology, or cardiac electro-physiology procedures. Familiarity with cath lab and operating room procedures and protocol. Experience with programmable medical devices and software-based medical systems preferred. Must have demonstrated personal computer skills and be able to perform word processing/spreadsheet tasks to perform documentation, presentation, and analysis activities. Requires demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, follow-up skills, and the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees, management, and customers. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity required.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional Health Science certification or designation.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-06 19:46:36", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26958020/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Field Clinical Engineer, AF", "reqid": "USD 9503", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 26958020}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Maple Grove", "description": "Product Marketing Manager\nJob Requisition #: 12618\nDate Posted: 03/05/2012\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Maple Grove - 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 Maple Grove.\n\nJob Overview\nThe Senior Product Manager is responsible for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) products, including global new product development efforts and supporting the global sales divisions.\n\nResponsibilities\n- Represent Marketing on cross-functional product development teams.\n- Conduct Voice of Customer (VOC) research and channel findings into product development programs.\n- Assist in the development of effective sales collateral to support TAVR products.\n- Develop and maintain product training on key messaging and competitive positioning\n- Develop KOL strategy for conferences and publications and in managing overall physician relations\n- Ensure Sales organizations are fully supported and prepared with the knowledge and tools necessary to capitalize on revenue growth opportunities.\n- Assist with planning and tactical implementation of the company's tradeshow activities (US and International).\n- Develop appropriate strategies and plans to monitor and respond to changes in the market place.\n- Provide rapid response to product issues and needs (i.e. competitive intelligence and approvals, clinical, regulatory and legal)\n\nQualifications:\n- BS/BA in business or heath sciences\n- MBA preferred\n- 5+ years in medical device industry, with prior experience in Interventional Cardiology preferred\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 communication skills for both internal and external customers\n- Basic computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, 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.", "date_new": "2012-03-05 23:41:45", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26938000/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Product Marketing Manager", "reqid": "12618", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Maple Grove, MN", "uid": 26938000}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Direct Sales Rep, Cardiovascular\nJob Requisition #: USD 9494\nDate Posted: 03/02/2012\nCategory: Sales\nLocation: East - Region - 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\nOutside sales position calls on physicians, medical laboratories, hospital purchasing agents and administration to sell St. Jude Medical cardiovascular and vascular products in an assigned territory.  Position is responsible for professional oversight, territory performance and revenue growth of CVD product line, including capital equipment, disposable, and implantable product lines. Activities include capital selling presentations, preparation and delivery of financial proposals, education of customers on St. Jude Medical CVD products and programs. Experience necessary for building customer relationships to foster product and program practice, particularly for therapy development and development of KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders) who will be experts and advocates of SJM CVD products. Successful skills to drive clinical support for an array of SJM CVD disposable and implantable products. Analytical skills required for territory and account level planning through implementation of company strategies and general sales and service activities. Vital teamwork and communication necessary for the sales position to work in coordination with other SJM sales personnel across SJM product disciplines strategically to optimize overall results. As appropriate, assists marketing personnel on advertising and promotional sales strategies.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent and typically four plus years of progressively more responsible sales experience, including experience with both disposable and capital medical equipment. Working knowledge of domestic regulations relative to the medical device industry. A demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices; ability to work with and direct others effectively; ability to prepare and present strong written and verbal communications; and familiarity with medical device industry policies, operations and procedures. Documented record of delivering sales/marketing information which adds value to managements decision making process. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with customers, physicians, hospital administrators, government agencies, medical groups, and other sales representatives. Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication, negotiation, sales, interpersonal and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to utilize basic functions from within Microsoft Office including ability develop basic Excel spreadsheets and analysis, basic PowerPoint presentations and Word documents and communications.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation. A comprehensive understanding of cardiology/vascular market and technology.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-03 00:53:40", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26905227/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Direct Sales Rep, Cardiovascular", "reqid": "USD 9494", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 26905227}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Specialist - Regulatory Affairs\nJob Requisition #: 12581\nDate Posted: 03/02/2012\nCategory: Regulatory Affairs\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position ensures products and procedures comply with regulatory agencies specifications\n\nEssential Functions:\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 product s with self certified CE Marks.\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 Act as a 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\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BA or BS in a technical discipline.\n\u2022 5+ years regulatory experience preferred\n\u2022 Experience with 510(k) applications, PMA supplements and US device regulations.\n\u2022 Experience with EU and Canadian medical device regulations and submissions.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-03-03 00:53:20", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26905226/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Specialist - Regulatory Affairs", "reqid": "12581", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 26905226}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Long Island", "description": "Dir, Regional Sales, CRM\nJob Requisition #: USD 9498\nDate Posted: 02/29/2012\nCategory: Sales Management\nLocation: Long Island - NY - 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\nHas primary management responsibility directly or through subordinates for directing the CRM sales of SJM/USD products and/or services in a specified region or other major geographical area.  Exercises direct supervision over Company sales representatives, and acts in a liaison capacity with independent sales rep firms. 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. Uses best business practices to ensure success in areas of responsibility. May be responsible for processes across Regional or organizational lines.\n\nRequirements/Education: A Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent. Typically eight plus years of progressively more responsible work experience in Tachycardia/Bradycardia product areas or a related discipline, including direct experience in CRM product sales. Requires highly developed leadership skills/experience sufficient to assume the responsibilities of this management position. Must be skilled at delegation, follow-up, and team building. Has direct knowledge about physicians in the CRM medical market. Seasoned judgment acquired through organizational experience and achievements applying state-of-the-art sales principles. Documented record of delivering sales information which adds value to managements decision making process. Demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills. Must be able to perform intermediate level arithmetic calculations, including ratios, rates and percentages; draw and interpret graphs; apply the principles of rational systems to solve practical problems; effectively deal with a variety of tangible variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, diagrammatic or schedule form. Must have a comprehensive working knowledge of frequently used personal computer programs and applications, such as, e-mail, Microsoft Office, graphics software, etc..\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline or concentration. Professional certification or designation. A comprehensive understanding of cardiac rhythm management (CRM) technology.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-29 18:38:23", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26838771/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Dir, Regional Sales, CRM", "reqid": "USD 9498", "state": "New York", "state_short": "NY", "location": "Long Island, NY", "uid": 26838771}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Dallas", "description": "Senior Machine Design Engineer\nJob Requisition #: NMD3147\nDate Posted: 02/28/2012\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Dallas - TX - 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 Neuromodulation Division:\n\nJob Overview\nThe Senior Machine Design Engineer designs, fabricates, and supports automated production equipment.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Interface with internal customers to provide mechanical design support for manufacturing and testing equipment\n\u2022 Support the development of automated equipment\n\u2022 Evaluate process and design alternatives based on Design for Manufacturability principles\n\u2022 Establish knowledge base of new developments in manufacturing and design technologies\n\u2022 Interface with vendors on procuring materials, services, and equipment\n\u2022 Troubleshoot new and existing automated equipment\n\u2022 Assemble and evaluate automated equipment\n\u2022 Establishes machine specifications\n\u2022 Support equipment validations\n\nExperience and Training:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering\n\u2022 5-8 years in manufacturing engineering with machine design experience\n\u2022 Experience designing and fabricating automated production equipment for low and high volume processes is required\n\u2022 2-3 years experience with general automation and control concepts along with machine vision systems and PLC software programming\n\u2022 2-3 years experience using CAD software (SolidWorks and AutoCAD)\n\u2022 1-2 years medical device experience strongly preferred\n\u2022 Knowledge of PC applications\n\nOther Characteristics:\n\u2022 Skilled verbal and written communicator, possessing the ability to interact well with all levels of the organization\n\u2022 Goal/results oriented\n\u2022 Ability to work independently\n\u2022 Ability to work under pressure and with short deadlines\n\u2022 Ability to multi task various functions and skill sets\n\u2022 Good organizational skills and attention to details\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-29 00:30:58", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26827235/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Machine Design Engineer", "reqid": "NMD3147", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Dallas, TX", "uid": 26827235}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Product Manager, Structural Heart\nJob Requisition #: 12579\nDate Posted: 02/28/2012\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\nIdentify, develop and execute Product Marketing commercialization plans for Structural Heart Left Atrial Appendage 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\n\u2022Plan and prepare product launches in cooperation with the Product Division /International Marketing and facilitate implementation throughout the geographies.\n\u2022Evaluate 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.\n\u2022Develop recommendations on translating data collected on customer needs into engineering measures to evaluate product\u2019s performance.\n\u2022Develop recommendations on appropriate process for new products and on pricing and positioning strategies.\n\u2022Prepare monthly new product launch updates for assigned products including metrics, strengths, gaps, strategies to close gaps, etc.\n\u2022Provide analyses that highlight sales opportunities, trends and issues.\n\u2022Provide rapid response to product issues and needs (e.g. competitive intelligence and approvals, clinical, regulatory and legal)\n\u2022Contribute to the development of the International Division's annual strategic plan and operating plan\n\u2022Develop marketing materials outside of new product launches\n\u2022Develop obsolescence strategy to manage complete product portfolio\n\u2022Represent the company by visiting accounts in order to solicit feedback on company products and services.\n\u2022Develop appropriate strategies and plans in order to monitor and respond to changes in the market place, competitors, and performance versus objectives by major geography.\n\u2022Work with the marketing manager to represent the Global viewpoint in the new product development process.\n\u2022Determine clear and specific priorities for the development of new products and product enhancements by defining customer needs and working with other internal functional groups.\n\u2022Rapid response to product issues and needs (e.g. competitive intelligence and approvals, clinical, regulatory and legal).\n\u2022Contribute toward the development of an annual departmental budget by forecasting future needs, utilizing previous year\u2019s budget, current objectives and budget guidelines.\n\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\n\u2022Bachelors degree in business, sciences, or nursing required\n\u20225+ years marketing experience within Medical Device Industry including market plan development and execution, working effectively in a complex, multi-tasking environment\n\u2022Previous experience managing multiple, simultaneous new product launches required\n\u20225+ years experience using spreadsheets, databases and presentation software\n\u2022Strong oral and written communication skills, influence management skills and negotiation skills, while remaining sensitive to cultural differences\n\u2022Strong analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills required\n\u2022Strong individual self starter who has ability to develop and execute on plans\n\u2022Strong conflict resolution skills to achieve results through cross functional groups\n\u2022Strong team player\u2014ability to work as a key member of the International Division marketing team.\n\u2022Strong leadership skills\u2014ability to function as the marketing lead\u201d on high profile projects around the world\n\u2022Project management skills\u2014ability to manage complex projects and programs. Ability to pull the appropriate functional and geographic functions together to support initiatives\n\u2022Ability to distinguish between Objectives, Strategies and Tactics\n\u2022Knowledge/experience with customer base\n\u2022Understanding of medical products clinical and regulatory process and environments\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\u2022MBA with marketing emphasis preferred\n\u20225+ years marketing experience representing EP or Interventional Cardiology products\n\u2022Previous experience collaborating with international marketing and sales teams\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:\n\u202220-25% 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|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-29 00:30:45", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26827230/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Product Manager, Structural Heart", "reqid": "12579", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26827230}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Engineer - Quality\nJob Requisition #: 12565\nDate Posted: 02/24/2012\nCategory: Engineering Quality\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\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.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 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\u2022 Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n\u2022 Assist in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues\n\u2022 Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues\n\u2022 Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement\n\u2022 Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports\n\u2022 Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications\n\u2022 Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances\n\u2022 Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)\n\u2022 Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis\n\u2022 Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation\n\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred\n\u2022 2-5 years experience\n\u2022 Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies\n\u2022 Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971\n\u2022 Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n\u2022 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\u2022 Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-27 23:58:45", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26798151/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Quality", "reqid": "12565", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 26798151}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Minnetonka", "description": "Engineer - Machine Design\nJob Requisition #: 12439\nDate Posted: 02/24/2012\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 in Minnetonka.\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nDesign and fabricate automated production equipment.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022Interface with internal customers to provide mechanical design support for manufacturing and testing equipment\n\u2022Support the development of automated equipment\n\u2022Evaluate process and design alternatives based on Design for Manufacturability principles.\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\u2022Establishes machine specifications.\n\u2022Support equipment validations\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022Bachelor degree in Engineering or Associates degree in equipment technology with 7-10 years experience\n\u20223-5 years experience as machine design engineer\n\u2022Must have experience with designing and fabricating automated production equipment for low and high volume processes.\n\u2022Good communication skills and the ability to interact with all levels of the organization\n\u2022Experience with general automation and control concepts along with machine vision systems and PLC software programming.\n\u2022CAD software skills are also required (ProE, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD).\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-25 18:20:49", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26756358/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Machine Design", "reqid": "12439", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26756358}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Machinist\nJob Requisition #: 12426\nDate Posted: 02/24/2012\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\nPosition Summary:\nSets up, calibrates, and operates metal fabricating equipment.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022Set up, calibrate, and operate machining equipment used to produce or modify parts or products.\n\u2022Inspect machining operations and finished product against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools.\n\u2022Determine and correct minor machine malfunctions.\n\u2022Perform routine maintenance and cleaning on machines and equipment\n\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Two year technical degree in Machining or 5 years experience in a machine shop required\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-25 18:20:34", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26756357/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Machinist", "reqid": "12426", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26756357}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Machinist\nJob Requisition #: 12427\nDate Posted: 02/24/2012\nCategory: Operations\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:\nSets up, calibrates, and operates metal fabricating equipment.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022Set up, calibrate, and operate machining equipment used to produce or modify parts or products.\n\u2022Inspect machining operations and finished product against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools.\n\u2022Determine and correct minor machine malfunctions.\n\u2022Perform routine maintenance and cleaning on machines and equipment\n\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Two year technical degree in Machining or 5 years experience in a machine shop required\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-25 18:20:34", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26756356/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Machinist", "reqid": "12427", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26756356}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Sr. Electrical Engineer - Research & Development\nJob Requisition #: 12357\nDate Posted: 02/23/2012\nCategory: Research Engineering\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nSenior Electrical Engineer\nPRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nWe are seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and hard-working engineer with a strong theoretical background in electrical engineering, as well as demonstrated experience in instrumentation/systems development. The successful candidate will serve as an R&D engineer in a small group focused on developing the next generation of intraluminal imaging systems for cardiovascular applications.\n\nEXPERIENCE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:\n\u2022 Development of opto-electronic signal processing and high-speed mixed signal/RF circuit designs.\n\u2022 Experience with low noise/wide bandwidth circuits, high speed A/D, D/A, \u00b5C, and switching power supply design.\n\u2022 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\nQUALIFICATIONS:\nRequired:\n\u2022 Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of experience\n\u2022 Experience with complex system architectures\nDesired:\n\u2022 Prior experience working in medical device development\n\u2022 Demonstrated technical leadership on a relevant project\n\u2022 Experience in Telecom, OCT, ultrasound or other imaging modalities\n\u2022 Experience with Altium Designer\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-24 03:31:44", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26719418/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Electrical Engineer - Research & Development", "reqid": "12357", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 26719418}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Engineer - Manufacturing\nJob Requisition #: 12568\nDate Posted: 02/23/2012\nCategory: Manufacturing 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. Manufacturing Engineer\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nSupport and optimize the manufacturing, packaging & sterilization of a tissue valve product line. Manage projects which may include new production equipment, process improvements and cost reductions while supporting new product introductions. Provide guidance to other engineers and technicians.\n\nAdditional responsibilities include:\n\u2022Support current production with root cause investigation and non conforming material reviews\n\u2022 Provide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians\n\u2022Conduct Process FMEAs and Process Validations\n\u2022Improve product quality, labor efficiency, and throughput through the use of Lean manufacturing concepts\n\u2022Coordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of tooling, machinery and test equipment\n\u2022Work with Product Development to ensure Design for Manufacturability\nIndividual should:\n\u2022Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction\n\u2022Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skills\n\u2022Work effectively with cross-functional teams\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Chemical, Mechanical or any engineering or technical degree required\n\u20225+ years manufacturing engineering experience\n\u2022Medical device experience is highly preferred\n\u2022International manufacturing experience preferred\n\u2022Strong analytical, problem solving skills\n\u2022Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings\n\u2022Six Sigma certification preferred\n\u2022<25% travel required\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-24 03:31:36", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26719384/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Manufacturing", "reqid": "12568", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26719384}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Senior Manager - Operations Engineering\nJob Requisition #: 12570\nDate Posted: 02/23/2012\nCategory: Engineering Operations\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\nSenior Manager - Engineering Operations\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nThis position will support the development, improvement and the sustaining of a project management system for new and existing product lines and value streams. In addition, it will support the continuous improvement and optimization of tissue heart valve product lines. It will also require managing engineering projects which may include new production equipment, process improvements and cost reductions. Provide guidance to engineers and technicians in both a direct and in direct reporting relationship.\n\nAdditional responsibilities include:\n\u2022Support current production with root cause investigation and non conforming material reviews\n\u2022 Provide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians\n\u2022Establish lean project management tools and skill sets within the organization\n\u2022Coordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of tooling, machinery and test equipment\n\u2022 Mentor individuals in the organization to improve their project management skill sets and drive results through active management and continuous improvement methodologies\n\u2022 Foster a positive and robust working environment through positive relationships and constructive feedback\nIndividual should:\n\u2022Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction\n\u2022Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skills\n\u2022Work effectively with cross-functional teams\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Chemical, Mechanical or any engineering or technical degree required\n\u202210+ years manufacturing engineering and operations experience\n\u2022 Strong analytical, problem solving skills\n\u2022 Demonstrated people management skills and leadership capability in team settings\n\u2022 Medical device experience is highly preferred\n\u2022International manufacturing experience preferred\n\u2022Six Sigma certification preferred\n\u202225% travel required\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-24 03:31:36", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26719383/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Manager - Operations Engineering", "reqid": "12570", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26719383}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Clinical Product Surveillance (CPS) Analyst\nJob Requisition #: 12524\nDate Posted: 02/22/2012\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 business unit, located in Sunnyvale, CA:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under the general direction of the department manager while demonstrating a high degree of discretion and independent judgment, is accountable for the professional medical analysis and validation of product surveillance documents, medical device reports (MDRs), and customer letters. Analyzes customer inquiries to ensure company responses are medically appropriate and include relevant, accurate, and thorough technical, clinical, and educational information while communicating directly with the customer. Makes recommendations to management based on these analyses. Reviews and validates product surveillance documents and medical device reports for patient safety and product efficacy. Stays abreast of and communicates developments to ensure that product surveillance files comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations as well as company policy.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) and a current nursing license or BME degree. A minimum of four plus years of relevant experience in clinical risk analysis/or technical support in the cardiac pacing industry, or equivalent. Candidate must demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and comply with US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read and interpret medical reports as well as product documentation. Candidate must possess demonstrated organizational skills, professional and business judgment, sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities, discretion, and excellent organizational skills for managing multiple ongoing tasks. Candidate must be able to meet deadlines on multiple projects. Must be detail- and team-oriented and be able to function independently in a busy department while working with cross-functional teams and providing support to other team members. Must possess demonstrated personal computer literacy and proficiency with standard software applications, including Excel, Word or equivalent applications are required. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to read and interpret medical reports as well as product documentation.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced degree in a relevant discipline. Knowledge of cardiac anatomy/physiology and/or cardiac pacing/defibrillation systems from a clinical perspective is desired. RN with background in Cardiac Electrophysiology is preferred.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-22 22:00:35", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26691993/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Clinical Product Surveillance (CPS) Analyst", "reqid": "12524", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 26691993}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Plymouth", "description": "Senior Clinical Auditor\nJob Requisition #: 12534\nDate Posted: 02/21/2012\nCategory: Compliance\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 Senior Clinical Auditor will be a member of the Clinical Quality Assurance department within the St. Jude Medical (SJM) CVD Clinical Affairs. The primary responsibility is to implement and maintain written clinical procedures and systems that include a global perspective of medical device clinical trials and quality systems.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Perform clinical audits\n\u2022 Manage and archive projects and documents\n\u2022 Communicate with St. Jude Medical departments and operations\n\u2022 Ensure clinical investigations are designed, conducted and monitored to comply with applicable global requirements\n\u2022 Train and educate personnel with proper interpretations of regulations and clinical systesm\n\u2022 Represent St. Jude Medical during agency and/or government inspections for clinical research\n\n\nRequirements:\n\u2022 Bachelor's degree preferred; additional relevant work experience in lieu of degree is acceptable.\n\u2022 5 yrs experience in Clinical Compliance, Regulatory and/or Clinical Affairs departments in FDA regulated company\n\u2022 Ability to understand clinical trial activities or have experience conducting clinical trial activities\n\u2022 Strong understanding and knowledge of the global medical device regulations that interact with clinical trial activities\n\u2022 Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication (verbal/written) skills\n\u2022 Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, to include spreadsheet/graphics programs\n\u2022 Extensive working knowledge of national and international practices, guidance, standards and regulations\n\u2022 Ability to constructively interact with a range of personalities and positions, both inside and outside the organization\n\u2022 Ability to travel up to 50%\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-21 21:41:32", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26658163/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Clinical Auditor", "reqid": "12534", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 26658163}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Engineer II - Quality\nJob Requisition #: 12344\nDate Posted: 02/21/2012\nCategory: Engineering Quality\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position is responsible for developing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support within remanufacturing/Service\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 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\u2022 Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements\n\u2022 Assist in the development and execution of streamlined business systems which effectively identify and resolve quality issues\n\u2022 Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving quality issues\n\u2022 Design and conduct experiments for process optimization and/or improvement\n\u2022 Appropriately document experiment plans and results, including protocol writing and reports\n\u2022 Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications\n\u2022 Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process nonconformances\n\u2022 Participate in or lead teams in supporting quality disciplines, decisions, and practices (e.g., represent the Quality function as a Core Team Member)\n\u2022 Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis\n\u2022 Work with design engineering in the completion of product verification and validation\n\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 BS degree in Engineering or Technical Field; advanced degree preferred\n\u2022 2-5 years experience\n\u2022 Engineering experience and demonstrated use of Quality tools/methodologies\n\u2022 Detailed knowledge of FDA, GMP, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971\n\u2022 Solid communication and interpersonal skills\n\u2022 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\u2022 Advanced computer skills, including statistical/data analysis and report writing skills\n\u2022 Prior medical device experience preferred\n\u2022 Experience implementing various product and process improvement methodoligies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)\n\u2022 ASQ CQE or other certifications preferred\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-21 21:40:43", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26658112/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer II - Quality", "reqid": "12344", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 26658112}, {"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.", "date_new": "2012-02-17 20:54:58", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26599535/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intellectual Property Attorney II", "reqid": "AF13796", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26599535}, {"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.", "date_new": "2012-02-16 19:29:43", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26571349/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Mechanical Engineer I", "reqid": "AF13791", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26571349}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Los Angeles", "description": "Co-op\nJob Requisition #: 12289\nDate Posted: 02/16/2012\nCategory: CO-OP\nLocation: Los Angeles - CA - 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\nCo-op\nSummary The Co-op (i.e., Co-operative Education) program reflects a formal and structured relationship between CRMD and selected colleges and/or universities. The programs role is to provide full- or part-time practical work experience on a short-term temporary basis relevant to students academic programs while meeting the needs of the division for relevant technical and/or administrative support. Using established concepts, knowledge and procedures, performs assignments of various scope and complexity, developing/implementing solutions for routine to complex problems.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: Student enrollment at a recognized college or university or having applied for graduate studies following completion of contiguous undergraduate studies in a discipline relevant to the interests and needs of the Division. Such enrollment will include the pursuit of college or graduate academic credit through work experience at the Division under a formal agreement between the Company and the students university. Demonstrated interest and familiarity with the Medical Device industry as applicable to area of study at college or university. Required to work cooperatively and productively with others. Demonstrated organizational skills and attentiveness to detail is required. Engineering students should have basic engineering design classes and have ability to work in areas of college major on engineering projects. The demonstrated ability to read, write and communicate in English is required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech, demonstrated comprehension skills, and demonstrated competence in English spelling, grammar, and punctuation. The ability to understand and comply with applicable U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company Operating Procedures, processes, policies and rules is required. Demonstrated proficiency in operating a personal computer. Must be proficient in using frequently used personal computer programs (e.g., Excel, Word, or equivalent) and/or be aware of basic engineering applications for the area of major engineering studies. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance; the ability to work overtime is required. Desired Requirements: Posses fundamental knowledge, skills, and abilities consistent with completion of the junior year of academic study or higher. Student must be able to work up to 6 months at our on-site facilities.\n\nElectrical Engineering Students - July - December\n\nPlease only apply if you can work the 6 months - this is not an internship.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-16 19:29:34", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26571300/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Co-op", "reqid": "12289", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Los Angeles, CA", "uid": 26571300}, {"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.", "date_new": "2012-02-13 22:34:16", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26501390/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Clinical Programs Manager", "reqid": "12409", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 26501390}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Austin", "description": "Sr. Interactive Specialist\nJob Requisition #: USD 9472\nDate Posted: 02/12/2012\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Austin - TX - 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 Sr. Specialist will execute upon the interactive marketing communication strategy for the United States sales force and customer group, working within the following channels: iPad apps, multi-media assets, SJM websites, eNewsletters, and social media efforts. Essential functions include spearheading interactive projects which fit into a broader communication plan, develop a project roadmap which includes documenting the strategy and coordinating the budget, timeline, content, design, technical development, deployment and education/training for every project. Work with SME on visual design, structural IA and navigation, identifying content needs, uploading content to the CMS and routinely updating apps with new material, providing regular usage reporting and fielding feedback for continuous improvement.\n\nRequirements/Education: A Bachelors degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Advertising, Communications or equivalent plus at least five years of progressively more responsible experience in the communications field, specifically in Sales/Marketing focused organizations. Must be able to effectively work with both IT and external development teams on technical issues and with marketing for strategic and functional enhancements. Applicants should be able to show a steady growth and increase in responsibilities, leadership and mentoring of colleagues, as well as demonstrated successes. Knowledge of regulated industries, ideally cardiology, neurology and/or medical devices is required. The applicant will need to have a positive and hard-working attitude and exhibit strong, collaborative leadership skills. This highly organized individual must be able to manage multiple projects at once, prioritize and maintain a busy schedule and meet deadlines and must embrace challenges, some ambiguity, and apply creative-thinking to all projects in order to be successful.\n\nDesired Requirements: Advertising agency and corporate marketing experience. Healthcare marketing background.\n\nPlease include a Cover Letter and Resume when applying.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-13 22:34:05", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26501381/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Interactive Specialist", "reqid": "USD 9472", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Austin, TX", "uid": 26501381}, {"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 equivalent years of 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.", "date_new": "2012-02-10 23:22:04", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26467982/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer - Controls", "reqid": "12438", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 26467982}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Technical Writer\nJob Requisition #: 12298\nDate Posted: 02/10/2012\nCategory: Technical Publications\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPrimary Responsibilities:\n\nCreates, develops, organizes, plans, writes, illustrates, and edits operational, maintenance, and other electronic or printed publications for company products. Researches engineering schematics, technical design specifications, diagrams, and specifications with design engineers, users, and other staff. References hands-on experience with the equipment. Coordinates the layout and organization of manuals. Acquires and organizes basic source material, including applicable specifications, engineering specifications and drawings. May document processes and specifications. Recommends effective formats and produces products that conform to company standards.\n\nKnow Software\nAlthough the software will vary, technical writers will need to be familiar with software. At a minimum, they will use word processing software such as Microsoft Word. The second most common tool is desktop publishing software such as In Design or Quark. Image editing tools such as Photoshop and Illustrator are also important.\n\nGather Technical Information\nAlthough technical writers may not have an understanding of the technical information in the company, they must be able to research this information and communicate it appropriately to their intended audience.\n\nInteract with Subject Matter Experts\nTechnical writers work closely with subject matter experts, such as engineers, to ensure accurate information in the documentation and to give appropriate feedback concerning product improvements.\n\nLay Out Documents\nMust have an understanding of design principles to lay out the documents in an appealing way. May assist and/or provide limited support to others creating documents in the company.\n\nEXPERIENCE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:\n\u2022Bachelor\u2019s degree and 3+ years of experience\n\u2022Develops documentation to resolve complex problems very often requiring creativity\n\u2022 Write procedures, help menus, or describe interface interactions\n\u2022 Prior work with Language translations\n\u2022 Framemaker experience\n\u2022 Candidate must be able to work independently or in a team.\n\u2022 Previous experience in a medical device company preferred\n\u2022 Good organizational and follow-up skills\n\u2022 Ability to interface with technical groups in the organization\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-10 23:21:59", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26467969/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technical Writer", "reqid": "12298", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 26467969}, {"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 will manage the successful completion of all clinical programs. Will also be 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:\n\u2022 Manage the successful and timely execution of all device clinical trials\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\n\u2022 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 Develop and maintain strong relationships with principal investigators at clinical trial sites\n\u2022 Ensure that St. Jude Medical is using the most current tools in the management of clinical trials\n\u2022 Travel estimated at 30%\n\nRequirements:\n\u2022 BA/BS in life sciences or nursing\n\u2022 10+ years experience in clinical research\n\u2022 5+ years experience successfully managing a team of clinical research professionals\n\u2022 3-5 years clinical research experience in medical device PREFERABLY\n\u2022 Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with GCP and all US regulations\n\u2022 Hands on experience in IDE clinical trials and the preparation of PMAs\n\u2022 Comfortable in both the clinical and business setting\n\u2022 Comfortable presenting to senior management\n\u2022 Ability to work independently and take direction from others\n\u2022 Strong work ethic\n\u2022 Excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills\n\u2022 Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office applications\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\u2022 Advanced degree in life sciences or nursing a strong plus\n\u2022 Knowledge and experience with European and Japan device clinical trials a strong plus\n\u2022 Experience in the cardiovascular therapeutic areas\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-10 23:21:31", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26467931/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Clinical Programs Manager", "reqid": "12506", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 26467931}, {"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.", "date_new": "2012-02-08 07:39:11", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26394667/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Clinical Research Associate II", "reqid": "12425", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Plymouth, MN", "uid": 26394667}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Manager, Patient Therapy Access\nJob Requisition #: USD 9431\nDate Posted: 01/18/2012\nCategory: Health Policy and Reimbursement\nLocation: Northeast - Region - 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\nThis position will support the Northeast and can be located anywhere along the East Coast.\n\nThe St. Jude Medical Patient Therapy Access Manager for neuromodulation therapy maintains key strategic relationships between Marketing, Clinical and Sales Management. Provides expertise in understanding the reimbursement landscape related to Medicare, managed care customer and reimbursement/legislative changes that could impact existing and future products. Responsible for monitoring payer coverage and payment policies for assigned neuromodulation and competitor products in the defined therapeutic area and across the assigned Medicare Regional Carriers and Fiscal Intermediaries; identifying relevant regional/local health care coverage opportunities and threats; and researching and resolving reimbursement issues identified by the customers and/or NMD sales/account teams. The Patient Therapy Access Area Manager will be an expert in local and regional private/government payer policies and will assist existing and emerging customers in all aspects of billing and coding to ensure that patients are provided easy access to company products.\n\nMajor, On-Going Responsibilities:\n\u2022 Provide appropriate coding and billing guidance - Establish relationships with internal and external customers to optimize strategy for individual accounts. Participate in pre-sales activities with sales representatives, prospective and existing customers in order to support positive reimbursement outcomes. Timely and accurate response to all reimbursement questions regarding billing for company products. Assist accounts in identifying claims and process changes to appeal or re-bill claims. Investigate all denied or partially paid services with accounts and case managers and follow -up with stakeholders and account regarding next steps and support needs. Keep current on industry reimbursement requirements, changes and policies.\n\u2022 Territory Management - Responsible for development goals, territory business plan, monthly activity reports, expense reports and other reports as required. Complete assignments/projects as directed. Through travel within assigned geographical area of responsibility demonstrate excellent organizational/planning and time management skills. Meet or exceed the standard level of performance in target account activity.\n\u2022 Provide sales support and reimbursement assistance to customers and sales representatives; track and report on trends within territory; assist team members with coding, coverage or reimbursement resolutions, appeals for authorization and payment.  Maintain high level of customer support.\n\u2022 Collaborate within the Patient Therapy Access Department to achieve business plan and objectives. Develop and maintain a expert understanding of the regional and local issues through research of local carrier and payer websites, face-to-face meetings with key stakeholders in the assigned Medicare carriers, and opinion leading physicians in the assigned region and therapeutic area(s).\n\u2022 Develop and maintain relationships with Carrier Medical Directors, Office Management Groups and Pain Management Societies to ensure products are utilized and reimbursed.\n\nExperience & Training:\n\u2022 Minimum 3-5 years healthcare coding, coverage and reimbursement experience with medical device, pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries. Proven expertise in medical coding, billing processes and claim submissions to public and private insurers for biotechnology products, medical devices and pharmaceuticals. Familiarity with appropriate coding terminology and processes (CPT, HCPCS, ICD \u2013 9, Revenue Codes, DRG etc), coverage and reimbursement.\n\u2022 Must have previous experience working with billing and medical claims personnel in various healthcare settings including.\n\u2022 Experience reviewing health insurance forms (UB-92, CMS-1500, Explanation of benefits, prior authorization of forms, etc), and provider encounter forms (superbills/charge tickets) to troubleshoot cases where billings, claims submission or documentation errors may occur.\n\u2022 Must have strong understanding of Medicare Part A & B, and legislative/policy issues as it relates to reimbursement.\n\u2022 Computer proficiency, e.g., programs such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook and other computer programs\n\u2022 Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills; ability to interact with key influencers and build strong relationships\n\u2022 Excellent problem-solving and project management skills\n\u2022 Ability to thrive in a team environment and achieve objectives in a cross-functional setting.\n\u2022 Self-directed; ability to work independently\nAbility to travel 75% of the time and cover geographic area of ME, NH, VT, CT, MA,NY, NJ, DC, MD\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-08 07:38:49", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26394641/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Manager, Patient Therapy Access", "reqid": "USD 9431", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 26394641}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Austin", "description": "Mgr, Product Marketing, Cardiology\nJob Requisition #: USD 9463\nDate Posted: 02/06/2012\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Austin - TX - 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\nHas primary management responsibility for developing and implementing systems, services and programs that will produce maximum results from targeted sales and marketing processes. Has a primary responsibility to ensure that specific marketing initiatives within Cardiovascular Product Division are aligned, implemented, and recorded as sales initiatives across all functional aspects within USD, with a specific emphasis on Optical Coherence Tomography and accessory product lines. Has collateral responsibility to identify opportunities to build sales in under-serviced markets, both current and future. Has responsibility for support to Product Division Marketing regarding product design, product development and ongoing product engineering. Has responsibility for the design and implementation of product-defined sales and manpower metrics with respective application to USD management. 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. Uses best business practices to ensure success in areas of responsibility.\n\n1. Works within a matrix, among USD sales management, to apply professional skills in support of the successful promotion of specific SJM products, feature sets, or services, as conducted by the USD field organization.\n2. Works within a matrix, among USD sales management, to support sales and marketing management focus upon timeline-based sales and marketing initiatives relative to achieving specific product sales goals.\n3. Determines customer needs related to product knowledge and benefits offered by SJM products as a result of direct interface with SJM product end users: physicians, RNs etc.\n4. Assists Product Division Marketing in implementing product launch strategies; in particular those launches associated with timeline dependent behaviors, tiered marketplace strategies, new clinical indications that require intensified focus on the part of USD.\n5. Provides feedback into Product Marketing regarding marketing initiative content acceptance/utility within USD.\n6. Participates and implements marketing goals for increased penetration of Optical Coherence Tomography and accessory product usage within the interventional cardiology and radiology marketplace.\n7. Develops and manages key thought leader relationships within the interventional cardiology and radiology marketplace, specifically related to Optical Coherence Tomography and customer training and marketing opportunities.\n8. Manages resources, tools, educational events and tracking mechanisms for selected new product launches to the US Cardiology and Radiology marketplace.\n\n1. Remains current on developments in field(s) of expertise, regulatory requirements, as well as industry trends.\n2. Resolves and/or facilitates resolution of problems including identifying causes to prevent re-occurrence.\n3. Performs related functions and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.\n\nQualifications:\n\nRequired: A Bachelor\u2019s degree in Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent plus typically five plus years of progressively more responsible business experience in a medical device company or equivalent, including product or market management experience. Seasoned judgment acquired through organizational experience and a demonstrated record of achievements in successfully building a business. A substantive knowledge of the interventional cardiology, health care delivery, and managed care/reimbursement markets and the factors that drive them is required. A thorough understanding of product and market management, physician, and patient marketing is also required. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize development projects using customer input. Requires the ability to track financial metrics and make appropriate adjustments to successfully achieve revenue/unit goals. Documented record of delivering marketing information which adds value to management\u2019s decision making process. Demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills; the ability to lead a cross-functional team. Demonstrated working knowledge of frequently used personal computer programs and applications, such as, Microsoft Office. Must be adept at handling multiple assignments and accomplish these projects within budgetary guidelines.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-06 21:22:37", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26341876/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Mgr, Product Marketing, Cardiology", "reqid": "USD 9463", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Austin, TX", "uid": 26341876}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Microbiologist\nJob Requisition #: 12330\nDate Posted: 02/02/2012\nCategory: Microbiology\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position involves learning the application of microbiological concepts to the manufacturing process of a medical device and understanding process monitoring to maintain microbiological quality of the final device.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Provides Facility Microbiological Support\no Record review of routine microbiological test results\no Routine release of manufactured product\no Technical support for facility issues in the areas of sterilization, environmental monitoring, and microbiological methods.\no Handles routine out of specification test results.\no Begins understanding of data analysis of sterilization processes.\no Participate in audits of sterilization, test lab, and biological product vendors.\n\u2022 Documentation\no Ensures correct documentation linkage flow for microbiologically related documents.\no Writes new or updates current microbiologically related documents.\n\u2022 Maintains understanding of applicable standards and applies them to qualifications and test methods.\n\u2022 Writes protocols and reports for qualifications for sterilization and microbiological test methods.\no Writes appropriate validation protocols; performs or oversees validations for new technologies, equipment, and/or test methods; creates documentation for implementation.\n\n\n\u2022 Technical Training\no Provides training to laboratory technicians on new equipment or new test procedures.\no Provides training in the areas of sterilization validation and sterilization processes.\n\u2022 Other Projects as Directed by Department Manager.\n\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Four year degree in microbiology or related science, or a four year degree and work in the field of microbiology.\n\u2022 Two to three years in a medical device, medical, pharmaceutical, food industry, or related industry (FDA controlled).\n\u2022 Two to three years in microbiology and/or sterilization\n\u2022 Person in this position demonstrates professional skills\n\u2022 Articulates technical concepts well\n\u2022 Excellent written communication\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-02 18:22:16", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26274278/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Microbiologist", "reqid": "12330", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 26274278}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Los Angeles", "description": "Server Administrator, Senior\nJob Requisition #: 12332\nDate Posted: 02/01/2012\nCategory: Information Services\nLocation: Los Angeles - CA - 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\nServer Administrator, Sr\nSummary Working without appreciable direction, oversees, operates and coordinates large multi-tier systems, typically operational 24x7 basis with global users, and typically comprised of multiple technologies. Integrates multiple Information Technology (IT) technologies for delivery of system services. Executes activities relating to the operation and maintenance of computer systems including monitoring, backups, installation, configuration and operation of new and existing IT equipment. Work requires the application of technical as well as business principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Implements St. Jude Medical Cardiac Rhythm Management Division (SJM/CRMD) and IT specific policies, practices and procedures to accomplish assignments and resolves a broad range of issues and problems. Performs special assignments and projects as directed. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness. Exercises independent judgment in planning, organizing and performing work; monitors performance and reports status to manager. Assures that quality of services meets requirements. Remains current on developments in field(s) of expertise.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: Requires a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of six plus years of technical experience in server, network or system operations including direct experience in a medium sized server environment or larger. Must possess demonstrated knowledge and application of advanced concepts and practices in two or more server operating systems, server hardware, file system concepts and management. Broad cross-disciplinary perspective with demonstrated competency in two or more of key IT technologies (e.g., server operating systems, network, storage/SAN, system backups, security, telephony, Internet-based infrastructure, public facing systems). Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with integration of storage, data communications/ networking, and security implementation. Good oral and written interpersonal, communication skills to deliver customer-focused service. Excellent analytical, presentation, and organizational skills and the ability to meet multiple deadlines and work independently. Must be able to manage an assignment from start to completion; must be adept at handling multiple assignments in a timely manner and meeting assigned deadlines. Ability to use discretion and handle sensitive/confidential information. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Must possess advanced computer skills including a working familiarity with system management tools and utilities, spreadsheets and document applications, communication tools, and other directly relevant applications. Must also have demonstrated effectiveness in the expeditious execution of IT transactions and the ability to work with clients as a strategic business partner. Desired Requirements: A relevant advanced degree and/or appropriate professional certification, i.e., Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and/or Cisco Networking certifications. Ability to program in an administrative language (e.g., Perl, shell scripting).\nSpecific Job Skills Solid experience required with Microsoft Active Directory, Exchange Server 2010 and 2003, Microsoft clustering, Microsoft Certificate Authority, Internet security, transport protocols, server and infrastructure operations. Knowledge of interoperability in heterogeneous environment and system process automation is critical. Demonstrated experience with implementation of multi-tier applications required in medium to large-scale environment (250-1000 servers). Candidates with knowledge of multiple hardware platforms (HP and IBM) are preferred.\n\nExperience desired with high availability technologies, storage (EMC/NetApp/ NAS/SAN CIFS), support of database services, Symantec Netbackup, and Active Directory and authentication for public facing applications in a corporate environment. Candidates who have experience with multiple OS or technical skill sets are preferred.\n\nMust be a team player with excellent oral and written communication skills.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-02 18:22:16", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26274276/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Server Administrator, Senior", "reqid": "12332", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Los Angeles, CA", "uid": 26274276}, {"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\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\u2022 Continual focus upon reducing costs and improving inventory turnover and customer service levels\n\u2022 Diagnose inventory overages and shortages. Execute plan to maintain target inventory levels.\n\u2022 Generate production plans necessary to achieve business operating plans and provide for production efficiency while maintaining service level objectives\n\u2022 Analyze new product launch requirements to determine optimal inventory management strategy\n\u2022 Manage stores inventory levels, inventory integrity, and the consumption / replenishment process.\n\u2022 Monitor production flows to ensure timely production, shipping, and receipts\n\u2022 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\u2022 Build a high performing team by demonstrating the ability to attract, develop, and retain high potential employees\n\u2022 Responsible for ERP master data accuracy and maintenance. Establish demand requirements and provide leadership to the plant execution functions.\n\u2022 Responsible for developing strategic and operational plans and for coordinating supply chain activities in support of business objectives.\n\u2022 Execute the Sales and Operations Planning Process\n\u2022 Develop continuous improvement efforts which promote supply chain efficiency and business profitability\n\u2022 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\u2022 BS in Materials Management, Business, Finance or a related field. MBA preferred.\n\u2022 5+ years of related DRP, MRP with a minimum of 3 years in a supply chain managerial role.\n\u2022 Must understand integrated supply chain and logistic concepts and have solid analytical skills.\n\u2022 Must be a very hands on manager, highly skilled in MRP, DRP, Advanced Excel, Access,\n\u2022 Demonstrated project management experience.\n\u2022 Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n\u2022 Must have solid multitasking ability and work independently and take direction from others.\n\u2022 Ability to constructively interact with a range of personalities and positions, both inside and outside the organization.\n\u2022 Medical device experience and familiarity with SAP ERP experience preferred.\n\u2022 LEAN and/or Six Sigma experience required.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-02-01 18:39:03", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26244547/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Supply Chain Manager", "reqid": "11735", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Minnetonka, MN", "uid": 26244547}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Training and Development Specialist\nJob Requisition #: 12293\nDate Posted: 01/25/2012\nCategory: Training\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPosition Summary:\nThis position works closely with Westford business leaders and other CVD HR training and development personnel to identify employee development needs and organizational training opportunities.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\u2022 Develop and implement production training assessment instruments, course content, and certifications, and maintain the certification system.\n\u2022 Proven experience with delivering training programs and/or workshops.\n\u2022 Partner with business leaders and other CVD HR team members to define and maintain accurate training requirements for Westford positions.\n\u2022 Oversee and maintain the Learning Management System (LMS) for Westford employees, including training records management, development and implementation of on-line courses, and system updates.\n\u2022 Utilize the LMS to generate training compliance reports, and partner with Westford leaders to ensure 100% completion of employee training requirements.\n\u2022 Partner with business leaders and other CVD HR team members to design, develop, and facilitate/deliver skills-based and other training programs as needed.\n\u2022 Develop learning tools and training materials using digital photography, digital video and word processing skills.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned by supervisor.\n\n\nQualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Human Resource Development, Technical/Industrial Education or related field.\n\u2022 4 + years in a technical training development role to include training facilitation and delivery.\n\u2022 Must be computer proficient with proven advanced capabilities in Microsoft Word and experience with Excel and Access databases\n\u2022 Must be proficient with digital camera and technical photography\n\u2022 Must be able to manage training development projects and create collaborative relationships with Engineering and Manufacturing work teams\n\u2022 Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and have good communication skills\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-01-25 20:51:44", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26111041/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Training and Development Specialist", "reqid": "12293", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 26111041}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Technician, Metrology\nJob Requisition #: 12272\nDate Posted: 01/25/2012\nCategory: Metrology\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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 business unit, located in the suburbs of Los Angeles:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under general supervision, performs operational checks, preventative maintenance checks and accuracy verifications of measurement and test equipment used in production, and research and development (R&D). Takes initiative to ensure work is done accurately and completely. Performs assignments and solves problems that may have a variety of solutions. Adapts work methods to different situations. Applies existing work methods to different known situations. Problems involve recurring, routine situations; usually refers more complex problems to supervisor or more senior level personnel.\n\nRequirements/Education: High School diploma or equivalent, and Precision Measurement Electronics Lab (PMEL) certification in the U.S. military or equivalent electronics training. Typically a minimum of four or more years of progressively more responsible related work experience in the calibration of test equipment. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the job, including the ability to set up and operate standard Metrology instruments, including oscilloscopes, counters, function generators, power supplies, and related equipment. Established eye-hand coordination, the capability to work with small precision devices and frequently used hand tools, a comprehensive knowledge of the calibration and test equipment required, and the ability to work independently under minimal supervision. Incumbents are required to work cooperatively and productively with others. Incumbents must also be able to meet deadlines on multiple assignments and be able to operate in a diverse cross-functional team environment. Demonstrated ability to read, write and converse in technical terminology, and perform a range of mathematical calculations and measurements. Considerable interpersonal, communication, organizational skills are required. The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English is also required; this requirement includes clear, understandable speech and demonstrated comprehension skills. The ability to successfully pass a reading comprehension pre-employment examination is mandatory. The demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies and rules is essential. The demonstrated ability to lift equipment weighing up to approximately seventy pounds in order to place them in storage racks or test stations. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance; the ability work overtime is also required. Desired Requirements: An Associate\u2019s degree in Metrology, Electronic Engineering Technology, equivalent trade school/military training, or comparable related experience. Demonstrated technical ingenuity and creativity to support/assist with calibration work.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-01-25 20:51:23", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26111014/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Technician, Metrology", "reqid": "12272", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 26111014}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Los Angeles", "description": "Engineer II, Hardware Design\nJob Requisition #: 12300\nDate Posted: 01/24/2012\nCategory: Leads Development\nLocation: Los Angeles - CA - 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\n\n\n\nEngineer II, Hardware Design\nSummary Working under general supervision, designs hardware to support features that are included as part of new product definitions. Designs verification testing (DVT) protocols. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing engineering work. Performs engineering studies. Remains abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of three plus years of relevant hardware design, development, or testing experience including a general familiarity of manufacturing equipment/processes that is compatible with highly reliable electronic medical or similar devices. Ability to implement new design features as part of existing systems. Requires demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Ability to deliver research information which 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. Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized applications. Evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity required. Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation. Six-Sigma knowledge and experience. Training and experience in manufacturing processes and methods. Experience in the manufacturing of medical devices.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEngineer II, Hardware Design\nSummary Working under general supervision, designs hardware to support features that are included as part of new product definitions. Designs verification testing (DVT) protocols. Work requires the application of theoretical principles and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing, coordinating and/or directing engineering work. Performs engineering studies. Remains abreast of and consults on technical advancements. Identifies and routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness and appropriateness.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: Bachelor of Science degree in electrical/mechanical/biomedical engineering, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of three plus years of relevant hardware design, development, or testing experience including a general familiarity of manufacturing equipment/processes that is compatible with highly reliable electronic medical or similar devices. Ability to implement new design features as part of existing systems. Requires demonstrated written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Ability to deliver research information which 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. Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized applications. Evaluation, originality, and/or ingenuity required. Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation. Six-Sigma knowledge and experience. Training and experience in manufacturing processes and methods. Experience in the manufacturing of medical devices.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-01-24 20:55:06", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26086255/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer II, Hardware Design", "reqid": "12300", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Los Angeles, CA", "uid": 26086255}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Engineer I, Green Belt Continuous Improvement\nJob Requisition #: 12276\nDate Posted: 01/24/2012\nCategory: Continuous Improvement\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nOur Continuous Improvement group has a unique opportunity for a talented and skilled CI Green Belt who will be responsible for our Orange Belt and Green Belt certification programs. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well established program where CI is supported within the culture of the company. This opportunity will allow you to work for a medical device company where your contributions will significantly impact the quality of life of others.\nPosition Duties:\nWorking under Close supervision, have responsibility for our internal Orange Belt and Green Belt certification programs. Within the first six months on the job, the new hire will take ownership of all facets of our Orange Belt program. This includes teaching workshops in Lean and Mistake Proofing, mentoring candidates to implement improvements and create supporting documentation, coordinating and hosting monthly certificate boards and quarterly certification ceremonies, performing needed administrative tasks such as processing award checks and marketing the program internally for greater use. Additionally, within the first 6 months on the job, the new hire will co-sponsor the Green Belt program. This will include providing lectures on all Six Sigma subjects, mentoring candidates and coordinating Gate Reviews.\n\nAs the new hire adjusts to the role, long term it is expected the person will begin developing new training material for the Orange Belt and Green Belt programs to eventually take full ownership of both programs. This person will also be expected to gain a strong understanding of St. Jude Medical as a company to maximize the benefit they bring to the organization through the application of CI tools and concepts.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelors Degree in Engineering, or related field. Formal Green Belt certification from ASQ or a leading provider such as Air Academy, George Group, SigmaPro. Minimum three years or equivalent of experience providing training, mentoring candidates, & leading projects. Preferred work history in technical field such as aerospace, medicine, nuclear, or electronics\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-01-24 20:54:03", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/26086134/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer I, Green Belt Continuous Improvement", "reqid": "12276", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 26086134}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Los Angeles", "description": "Field Clinical Engineer, AF\nJob Requisition #: USD 9395\nDate Posted: 01/04/2012\nCategory: Field Engineer\nLocation: Los Angeles - CA - 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\nUnder the general supervision of the Field Service Manager is responsible for demonstration, set-up, testing, installation and service of Company products which include devices and equipment for diagnosis, monitoring, managing and treating arrhythmias.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\nProvide Support for sales and marketing personnel in the set up and demonstration of Company products including the development and presentation of sales proposals.\n\nProvide technical support to customers and prospective customers by responding to inquiries and providing effective and timely resources and /or personal competencies.\n\nProvide educational and training support to customers and prospective customers including on-site clinical training for physicians and other medical personnel.\n\nRespond to emergency situations involving the use of Company products. Provide on-call or on-site resources to solve equipment and /or usage  issues.\n\nProvide required support to Field Service personnel in the routine service of Company products.\n\nDevelop and maintain effective professional relationships with physicians and EP Lab personnel. Represent the Company as a professional and competent resource in support of client and Company objectives.\n\nQualified candidates will have two years of related experience including familiarity with cardiac electrophysiology equipment in EP lab environment including installation and repair of related hardware/software. A good understanding of MS-DOS, MS-Windows and PCs as well as good verbal and written communication skills. A willingness to travel approximately 80% of the time. A college degree in related disciplines is preferred. Ability to travel for long periods (up to 6 hrs) either by airplane or automobile. Ability to stand for long periods in clinical cases (up to 6 hours). Move and manipulate large, heavy objects during installation/demo and service activity (up to 60lbs.)\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-01-04 18:48:24", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25690399/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Field Clinical Engineer, AF", "reqid": "USD 9395", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Los Angeles, CA", "uid": 25690399}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Oklahoma City", "description": "Territory Manager, Structural Heart\nJob Requisition #: USD 9385\nDate Posted: 01/02/2012\nCategory: Sales\nLocation: Oklahoma City - OK - 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\nCalls on physicians, medical laboratories, distributors, and hospitals to sell a variety of St. Jude Medical/Structural Heart products and medical devices in an assigned territory. May conduct marketing surveys, effectiveness reviews of calls/sales activities, and territory analysis. Services accounts, suggests and presents new products, and takes product orders. As appropriate, assists marketing personnel on advertising and promotional sales strategies.\n\nRequirements/Education: Bachelors degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent and typically four plus years of progressively more responsible sales experience, including experience with medical devices. Working knowledge of domestic regulations relative to the medical device industry. A demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate technologically complex devices; ability to work with and direct others effectively; ability to prepare and present strong written and verbal communications; and familiarity with medical device industry policies, operations and procedures. Documented record of delivering sales/marketing information which adds value to managements decision making process. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with customers, physicians, hospital administrators, government agencies, medical groups, and other sales representatives. Demonstrated verbal and written communication, negotiation, sales, interpersonal and presentation skills. Demonstrated working knowledge of frequently used personal computer programs and relevant applications.\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation. A comprehensive understanding of cardiac sealing device technology.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2012-01-02 18:51:07", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25657635/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Territory Manager, Structural Heart", "reqid": "USD 9385", "state": "Oklahoma", "state_short": "OK", "location": "Oklahoma City, OK", "uid": 25657635}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Grand Rapids", "description": "Dir, Regional Sales, CRM\nJob Requisition #: USD 9375\nDate Posted: 12/20/2011\nCategory: Sales Management\nLocation: Grand Rapids - MI - 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\nHas primary management responsibility directly or through subordinates for directing the CRM sales of SJM/USD products and/or services in a specified region or other major geographical area.  Exercises direct supervision over Company sales representatives, and acts in a liaison capacity with independent sales rep firms. 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. Uses best business practices to ensure success in areas of responsibility. May be responsible for processes across Regional or organizational lines.\n\nRequirements/Education: A Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent. Typically eight plus years of progressively more responsible work experience in Tachycardia/Bradycardia product areas or a related discipline, including direct experience in CRM product sales. Requires highly developed leadership skills/experience sufficient to assume the responsibilities of this management position. Must be skilled at delegation, follow-up, and team building. Has direct knowledge about physicians in the CRM medical market. Seasoned judgment acquired through organizational experience and achievements applying state-of-the-art sales principles. Documented record of delivering sales information which adds value to managements decision making process. Demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills. Must be able to perform intermediate level arithmetic calculations, including ratios, rates and percentages; draw and interpret graphs; apply the principles of rational systems to solve practical problems; effectively deal with a variety of tangible variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, diagrammatic or schedule form. Must have a comprehensive working knowledge of frequently used personal computer programs and applications, such as, e-mail, Microsoft Office, graphics software, etc..\n\nDesired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline or concentration. Professional certification or designation. A comprehensive understanding of cardiac rhythm management (CRM) technology.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-12-20 22:13:22", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25483081/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Dir, Regional Sales, CRM", "reqid": "USD 9375", "state": "Michigan", "state_short": "MI", "location": "Grand Rapids, MI", "uid": 25483081}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Quality Technician\nJob Requisition #: 12039\nDate Posted: 12/14/2011\nCategory: Technician\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 business unit, located in Sunnyvale, CA:\n\nJob Overview\nWorking under general supervision, provides quality inspection and support services as required by Company quality provisions. Takes initiative to ensure work is done accurately and completely. Performs assignments of moderate complexity. Applies existing work methods to different known situations. Problems involve recurring, routine situations; usually refers more complex problems to supervisor or more senior level personnel within the Quality organization.\n\nRequirements/Education: High School diploma or equivalent. A minimum of four or more years related experience in quality/inspection activities. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the job, including common inspection methods. Demonstrated ability to use frequently used hand tools. Demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal, organizational and basic math skills. Demonstrated ability to read and understand engineering drawings. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance; the ability work overtime is also required.\n\nDesired Requirements: 1-2 years of experince. An Associates degree in Electrical/Mechanical Technology, equivalent trade school/military training, or comparable related experience in biomedical field. Prior experience working in an air-conditioned clean-room manufacturing environment.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-12-14 23:10:48", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25361322/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Quality Technician", "reqid": "12039", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 25361322}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Sr. Software Development Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13676\nDate Posted: 12/12/2011\nCategory: Software\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - 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 Software Engineer to meet our standard product development needs as well as increase our ability to deliver integrated hardware and software solutions to meet our project specific requirements.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 The Senior R&D Software Engineer designs and develops application software for RF ablation systems.\n\u2022 This role writes product requirement documents, designs, develops code, unit tests and helps out the verification team.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering\n\u2022 7 + years hands-on development experience with real-time embedded hardware, software design and development, and programming experience in C/C++, QT, Object Oriented programming with knowledge of Hardware interfaces and microprocessors\n\u2022 Experience with Linux, or other real time operation system, OS kernel module, device driver development\n\u2022 Familiarity with software configuration and software defect tracking systems\n\u2022 Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks\n\u2022 Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with associates at all levels of the organization, vendors and other SJM entities\n\u2022 Adaptability to frequent change in the work environment\n\u2022 Ability to prioritize responsibilities and ensure deadlines are met\n\u2022 Proficient working knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Project\n\u2022 Experience with 3D image processing, registration and rendering software design, Wireless protocols\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 Masters degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering\n\u2022 Experience with RTOS, debugging tools and good software development processes\n\u2022 Working knowledge of entire software development and test cycle with at least one complete FDA regulated medical device product development cycle. Knowledge of applicable international regulations and standards (QSR, ISO 13485, ISO14971)\n\u2022 Formal training in Program/Project Management or Program Management Professional Certification\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-12-12 21:45:19", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25308317/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Software Development Engineer", "reqid": "AF13676", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 25308317}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Programmer Analyst II\nJob Requisition #: 12016\nDate Posted: 12/08/2011\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nProgrammer Analyst II\nSummary Working under general direction, maintains business application systems. Performs all phases of systems and programming development and maintenance by preparing detailed specification from which programs will be written in support of the assigned project(s) or group(s). Performs systems analysis, programming, problem resolution and internal consulting for new and existing technical systems applications, including vendor packages. Analyzes and revises system logic, coding and documentation as necessary.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: Bachelors degree in Information Systems (IS), Computer Science (CS), a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of three plus years of progressively more responsible systems analysis, design, programming and testing experience. Broad knowledge of RPG/400, JAVA, C++ and /or Visual Basic; experience with software engineering concepts. Demonstrated experience working on a large projects in a team environment. An understanding of system architecture principles as well as a variety of databases, procedural languages and data communications is required. Ability to translate client requirements into a feasible design solution. Demonstrated ability to use proper coding techniques and efficiencies, testing methodologies, with an understanding of the operating system. Planning, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication, interpersonal and presentation skills required sufficient to conduct discussions, interviews, negotiations, and give presentations. Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing and data base management. Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Professional certification or designation. Academic or in-house courses in project management, leadership, training, Continuous Improvement (CI), and various technical applications as noted above.\nSpecific Job Skills Specific and Preferred: Experience and knowledge of manufacturing processes, SAP, SAP middleware, and labeling systems preferred. Must be a team player with excellent oral and written communication skills and able to travel up to 20%.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-12-08 18:56:02", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25251483/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Programmer Analyst II", "reqid": "12016", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 25251483}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Accountant I\nJob Requisition #: 11964\nDate Posted: 11/28/2011\nCategory: Accounting\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nPRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\u2022 Responsible for fixed asset general accounting including reconciliation of accounts.\n\u2022 Assists with overall analysis, reconciliation and review of other complex, key accounts.\n\u2022 Reconcile selected accounts to the general ledger in order to reflect accurate accounting in accordance with GAAP\n-Recommend appropriate correcting entries and improvements in accordance with GAAP.\n-Prepare monthly journal entries and work papers which require an understanding of complex accounting rules and principles.\n-Assists in executing the general ledger close process, implementing system enhancements and driving continuous improvements where possible.\n\u2022 Ensures accuracy and quality of general ledger close process and implements improvements to the close cycle whenever possible.\n\u2022 Assist in the facilitation of annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and annual strategic planning process.\n\u2022 Internal liaison and consultant for specific departments\u2019 monthly analysis, budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and annual strategic planning processes.\n\u2022 Partner with upper management and functional management to fulfill reporting and analysis requirements.\n\u2022 Supports internal and external audits as required by preparing related work papers and analysis\n\u2022 Assists with monthly balance sheet analysis.\n\u2022 Special project analysis and backup support involving financial data.\n\nQUALIFICATIONS:\n\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or equivalent experience required\n\u2022 1-3+ years of previous general accounting experience or similar preferred\n\u2022 Strong Microsoft Office capabilities required\n\u2022 Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and work independently\n\u2022 SAP experience preferred\n\u2022 Ability to query and refine data into summarized results\n\u2022 Strong analytic skills and demonstrated capacity for accuracy\n\u2022 Ability to interact with people at all levels of the organization in a professional manner\n\u2022 Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information\n\u2022 Ability to analyze processes and procedures and recommend improvements\n\u2022 Medical device manufacturing experience a plus\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-12-06 21:12:23", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25214114/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Accountant I", "reqid": "11964", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 25214114}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Biostatistician\nJob Requisition #: 11977\nDate Posted: 11/30/2011\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - USA\nSylmar - CA - 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\nAccountable to provide statistical input into the design of clinical studies, investigational plans, case report forms, database setup, edit checks, and clinical reports.  Also responsible for providing consulting services to departments other than Clinical Affairs. Monitors own work performance and reports status to management. Coordinates technical decisions across organizational lines. Remains abreast of and consults on biostatistical and related advancements. Assures that quality of services meets or exceeds internal customer requirements.\n\nRequirements/Education: Masters of Science degree Biostatistics with 3 years experience of PhD in Biostatistics with 1-2 years experience. Prefer exposure to medical device industry. Requirements include an expert knowledge and experience of: computer science; biostatistical theory and application; and effective methods of working with clinical teams. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Documented record of delivering biostatistical information which adds value to managements decision making process. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized statistical software packages with an emphasis on strong skills using Statistical Analysis System (i.e., SAS) software. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-11-30 23:14:47", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25120522/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Biostatistician", "reqid": "11977", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 25120522}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Information Security Architect, Specialist\nJob Requisition #: 11965\nDate Posted: 11/29/2011\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nInfo Security Architect, Spec\nSummary Working independently with rare managerial oversight and direction, is accountable for the security design of the Divisions information systems and for ensuring that the information technology (IT) systems are protected from any and all threats. Executives on a range of security-related issues including establishing information system boundaries, assessing the severity of weaknesses and deficiencies in information systems, plans of action and milestones, risk mitigation approaches, security alerts, and potential adverse effects of vulnerabilities. Identifies and routinely uses most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to execute processes; continually evaluates their effectiveness. Work requires the application of business principles/methods, evaluation, ingenuity, and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year academic course of study. Exercises significant independent judgment in the planning, organizing and performing of work assignments; monitors performance and reports status within area of responsibility. Assures that quality of services meets internal and external customer requirements. Remains current on developments in field(s) of expertise. May participate on or lead work teams; may provide work direction or guidance to a group of employees.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: A Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical academic field. A minimum of six plus years of progressively more responsible Information Systems experience. Evaluation, originality and/or ingenuity required. Expert proficiency in all aspects of information security, (e.g. system design, vulnerability management, risk analysis, forensics). Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Documented record of delivering IT security information that adds value to managements decision making process. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), information security and privacy regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized applications. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment. Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance. Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration. Applicable certifications (e.g. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH))\nSpecific Job Skills CISSP, Certified Ethical Hacker, InfoSec assessments\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-11-29 19:40:33", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25090377/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Information Security Architect, Specialist", "reqid": "11965", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 25090377}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Irvine", "description": "Manufacturing Manager II\nJob Requisition #: AF13629\nDate Posted: 11/23/2011\nCategory: Manufacturing\nLocation: Irvine - CA - 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 our Atrial Fibrillation Division in Irvine, CA.\n\nJob Overview\nWe are seeking an experienced, high caliber, talented and results-oriented Manufacturing Manager II to join our Irvine, California facility. The successful candidate will manage and lead the production and distribution activities for a three shift manufacturing facility.\n\nImpact this role will have within the AF division:\n\u2022 Responsible for hiring, training and retaining a diverse, highly qualified staff and for providing career coaching, growth and personal development.\n\u2022 Accountable for the development of staff: critiques, instructs, mentors, evaluates and coaches to maintain current industry standards for field of responsibility and that safety requirements for laboratories and chemical handling are met within department.\n\u2022 Maintains a strong customer focus.\n\u2022 Models optimum leadership competencies to inspire an energized, empowered and accountable work force.\n\u2022 Develops/monitors/controls budgets for multiple assigned areas and meets area financial objectives.\n\u2022 Cooperatively develops annual operational build and financial plans and over achievement/continuous improvement plans.\n\u2022 Determines resources to meet project objectives and manage budgets.\n\u2022 Forecasts and reports resource consumption area activity, performance and financial trends. Monitor/reduce inventory levels.\n\u2022 Develops production plans and initiates activity to meet production demand requirements and business needs.\n\u2022 Leads capital improvement projects and prepares capital expenditure requirements.\n\u2022 Conducts feasibility studies and develops project schedules.\n\u2022 Provide vision, strategies and tactics to ensure sustainable competitive advantage of assigned areas.\n\u2022 Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.\n\u2022 Complies with FDA regulations, other regulatory requirements, company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.\n\u2022 Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.\n\u2022 Performs other essential functions and responsibilities as determined by the company from time to time.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 Bachelors Degree in Business, Engineering or Sciences.\n\u2022 7+ years of leadership experience in a high-volume, multi-product manufacturing environment.\n\u2022 Ability to learn, train, and follow good manufacturing practices (FDA/GMP's) and other applicable regulatory standards (i.e., ISO9000) and ensures operational compliance.\n\u2022 Solid people management skills, including demonstrated ability to coach, mentor and develop employees.\n\u2022 Solid communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills.\n\u2022 Solid knowledge, practical application, and use of Lean Principles and the commitment to those Principles.\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 Experience leading and implementing lean manufacturing/Six Sigma and change initiatives.\n\u2022 Medical device industry experience.\n\u2022 Masters Degree in Business, Engineering or Sciences.\n\u2022 SAP.\n\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com. St. Jude Medical is an equal opportunity employer.\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-11-23 16:26:07", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/25029408/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Manufacturing Manager II", "reqid": "AF13629", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Irvine, CA", "uid": 25029408}, {"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\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:\nWork closely with SJM business groups and cross-functional leadership to execute strategies that drive opportunities in SJM\u2019s businesses.\n\n\u2022Key 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:\n\u2022Provide financial analysis and competitor/market research support to functional and business group units.\n\u2022Assist 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).\n\u2022Perform and present analyses of companies, projects and markets of potential strategic interest. Provide financial, competitor and market analyses for strategic planning processes.\n\u2022Provide analytical support to legal and finance, including developing and analyzing transaction/project structures and developing analyses for transaction-related legal documents.\n\u2022Serve as a focal point with third parties, including SJM business/functional units, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and investment bankers.\n\u2022Develop broad knowledge of SJM\u2019s 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:\n\u2022Four year degree in finance or marketing degree preferred.\n\u2022Enrollment in accredited MBA program required. Prefer 1st year MBA student.\n\u2022Must be a current student enrolled in the 2012 Spring and Fall Semesters.\n\u2022A minimum of two years of investment banking, private equity or business development experience required.\n\u2022Must have excellent interpersonal skills and strong strategic management skills.\n\u2022Experience in medical device industry preferred.\n\u2022Must have a high degree of initiative, motivation and passion for the business.\n\u2022Must have strong analytical and prioritization skills with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously.\n\u2022Must be able to perform under pressure and in a very dynamic environment.\n\u2022Must be able to work, direct, and take direction with all levels of management.\n\u2022Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment.\n\u2022Must have ability to understand complex concepts including disease states/physiology and technical/product information.\n\u2022Advanced 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.", "date_new": "2011-11-14 19:22:38", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24853532/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Intern - Business Development", "reqid": "11921", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "Maple Grove, MN", "uid": 24853532}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Biostatistician\nJob Requisition #: 11855\nDate Posted: 11/08/2011\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - USA\nSylmar - CA - 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\nAccountable to provide statistical input into the design of clinical studies, investigational plans, case report forms, database setup, edit checks, and clinical reports.  Also responsible for providing consulting services to departments other than Clinical Affairs. Monitors own work performance and reports status to management. Coordinates technical decisions across organizational lines. Remains abreast of and consults on biostatistical and related advancements. Assures that quality of services meets or exceeds internal customer requirements.\n\nRequirements/Education: Masters of Science degree Biostatistics with 3 years experience of PhD in Biostatistics with 1-2 years experience. Prefer exposure to medical device industry. Requirements include an expert knowledge and experience of: computer science; biostatistical theory and application; and effective methods of working with clinical teams. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Documented record of delivering biostatistical information which adds value to managements decision making process. Demonstrated ability to understand and comply with applicable FDA regulations and Company operating procedures, processes, policies, and tasks. Advanced personal computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing database management, and specialized statistical software packages with an emphasis on strong skills using Statistical Analysis System (i.e., SAS) software. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-11-08 20:41:09", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24757508/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Biostatistician", "reqid": "11855", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 24757508}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Software Engineer II\nJob Requisition #: AF13645\nDate Posted: 11/04/2011\nCategory: Software 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 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 proven experience in both 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\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\u2022 BS or MS in Computer Science or other Engineering or Math discipline; minimum 2 years in a software development field.\n\u2022 Experience with one of the following: computational geometry algorithms, digital filtering algorithms or image processing.\n\u2022 Expertise 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 is desired.\n\u2022 Experience with Windows development and MS Visual Studio.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-11-04 18:04:56", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24688426/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Software Engineer II", "reqid": "AF13645", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 24688426}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Austin", "description": "Structural Heart Product Marketing Manager\nJob Requisition #: USD 9307\nDate Posted: 10/24/2011\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Austin - TX - 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\nHas primary management responsibility for developing and implementing systems, services and programs that will produce maximum results from targeted sales and marketing processes. Has a primary responsibility to ensure that specific marketing initiatives within Structural Heart Product Division are aligned, implemented, and recorded as sales initiatives across all functional aspects within USD, with a specific emphasis on Amplatzer Structural Heart Occlusion Systems. Has collateral responsibility to identify opportunities to build sales in under-serviced markets, both current and future. Has responsibility to drive and execute customer educational programs. Has responsibility for support to Product Division Marketing regarding product design, product development and ongoing product engineering. Has responsibility for the design and implementation of product-defined sales and metrics with respective application to USD management. 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. Uses best business practices to ensure success in areas of responsibility.\n\nRequirements/Education: A Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent plus 3-5 years of progressively more responsible business experience in a medical device company including product or market management experience. Seasoned judgment acquired through organizational experience and a demonstrated record of achievements in successfully building a business. A substantive knowledge of interventional cardiology or cardiac surgery health care delivery, and managed care/reimbursement markets and the factors that drive them is required. A thorough understanding of product and market management, physician, and patient marketing is also required. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize development projects using customer input. Requires the ability to track financial metrics and make appropriate adjustments to successfully achieve revenue/unit goals. Documented record of delivering marketing information which adds value to managements decision making process. Demonstrated verbal and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills; the ability to lead a cross-functional team. Demonstrated working knowledge of frequently used personal computer programs and applications, such as, Microsoft Office. Must be adept at handling multiple assignments and accomplish these projects within budgetary guidelines.\n\nDesired Requirements: Medical Device product marketing experience. Product launch experience with successful track record of sales achievement. Physician training and education experience.\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-10-24 18:54:06", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24382365/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Structural Heart Product Marketing Manager", "reqid": "USD 9307", "state": "Texas", "state_short": "TX", "location": "Austin, TX", "uid": 24382365}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Chicago", "description": "Field Service Technician\nJob Requisition #: USD 9292\nDate Posted: 10/17/2011\nCategory: Technician\nLocation: Chicago - IL - 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\nWorking in the field, under the supervision of the Manager of Technical Services, the primary responsibility of the Field Service Technician (FST) is to ensure that St. Jude Medical equipment performs properly and safely by performing installs, service calls for repairs, hardware and software upgrades, as well as preventative maintenance in order to meet the equipment standards set fourth by AFD. In conjunction with this primary responsibility, the FST must document their work and prepare accurate reports in the highly regulated medical device industry. The FST will perform the primary responsibilities within an assigned FST region. The FST will need to attend training on specific equipment annually.\n\nRequirements/Education: Demonstrated ability to perform the essential function of the job by either: 1) a minimum of 4 years of field technical experience, preferably in servicing equipment in the healthcare or other regulated environment; or 2) 2-year degree in a relevant field (such as science, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering) and a minimum of 2 years of field technical experience, preferably in servicing equipment in the healthcare or other regulated environment.\n\nValid drivers license.\n\nAble to travel 70-100% of the time.\n\nAble to meet vendor access policy qualifications for hospitals.\n\n\n\nDesired Requirements: Demonstrates knowledge of technical and repair skills in the field.\n\nPossess excellent written, oral and presentation skills, including demonstrated ability to prepare written documentation in regulated environment.\n\nDemonstrates strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.\n\nAble to work collaboratively and professionally with management, peers, and customers as an AFD employee.\n\nProficient in computer operations, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-10-17 21:41:59", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24266555/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Field Service Technician", "reqid": "USD 9292", "state": "Illinois", "state_short": "IL", "location": "Chicago, IL", "uid": 24266555}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Los Angeles", "description": "Engineer II, Clinical-Systems\nJob Requisition #: 11808\nDate Posted: 10/13/2011\nCategory: Clinical-Systems Engineering\nLocation: Los Angeles - CA - 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 business unit, located in Sunnyvale, CA:\n\nJob Overview\nEngineer II, Clinical-Systems\nSummary Working under general supervision, supports product development efforts by performing clinical-systems engineering tasks such as investigating, defining, documenting and testing activities associated with the development of new algorithms or the development of specific projects. Responsible for gaining a firm understanding of clinical applications, customer needs to be addressed, behaviors, and architected solution of the assigned portion of the system. Performs additional analysis and/or interviews to determine requirements and constraints on the assigned portion of the system and to resolve cross-functional issues. Work requires the application of theoretical principles, evaluation, ingenuity and creative/analytical techniques typically acquired in a recognized four-year or more academic course of study. Demonstrates aspects of technical or organizational leadership within the current projects. Has ability to apply technical, clinical and marketing understanding of issues to bring tasks to resolution within assigned projects. Applies engineering and scientific principles to the evaluation and solution of technical problems. Exercises basic technical judgment in planning, organizing, performing, and/or coordinating clinical-systems engineering work. Stays abreast of and communicates technical advancements to colleagues and associates. Routinely uses the most effective, cost efficient and best practices to execute processes.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: Bachelors Degree in Biomedical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent including relevant coursework and/or work experience in product development (especially definition and validation), cardiology and electrocardiogram interpretation. Typically a minimum of two plus years of relevant, progressively more responsible work experience in medical product development and/or a graduate degree with relevant project experience. The demonstrated ability to effectively integrate information from varied disciplines including Clinical Medicine, Engineering, Marketing and Regulatory Affairs is also required. Requires comprehensive written and verbal communication, interpersonal, facilitation, presentation, quantitative, analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills, the ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects as well as the ability to converse effectively with all levels of employees. Must be able to handle multiple assignments. Must be able to perform in a diverse cross-functional team environment. Documented record of delivering clinical-systems engineering information which 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. Must have demonstrated personal computer skills, be able to perform basic word processing/spreadsheet tasks to perform documentation, presentation, and analysis activities and be able to grasp new technical concepts and tools quickly. Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration; a Biomedical Engineering degree is preferred. Professional certification or designation. Academic or in-house courses in project management, leadership, training, Six-Sigma, and various technical applications as noted above. Training and experience in manufacturing processes and methods. Experience in the manufacturing of medical devices.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-10-14 20:11:44", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24231647/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer II, Clinical-Systems", "reqid": "11808", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Los Angeles, CA", "uid": 24231647}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Los Angeles", "description": "Manager, Product Marketing\nJob Requisition #: 11816\nDate Posted: 10/13/2011\nCategory: Marketing\nLocation: Los Angeles - CA - 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\nMgr, Product Marketing\nSummary Working under limited supervision, has primary management responsibility for developing comprehensive and integrated portfolio and commercial strategies within core CRM markets and product segments. Responsible for early phase product planning activities including business justification, executing and managing implementation of commercial strategies and development and execution of product commercialization plans. Recommends, interprets and implements corporate, division or organizationally specific policies and procedures to accomplish assignments and resolves a broad range of issues and problems. Exercises discretion and sound judgment in planning/organizing work; monitors performance and reports status to management.\nQualifications Requirements/Education: Bachelors degree in Marketing, Engineering, Business, a related field, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of six plus years of progressively more responsible experience in a Marketing capacity, with focus on strategic product planning and commercial execution. Requires developed leadership skills/experience, including the ability to map task interdependencies, prioritize such tasks, and develop, monitor and live within budgets as well as the demonstrated ability to forecast major milestones. Must be skilled at delegation, follow-up, and team meeting multiple project schedules on time. Advanced evaluation skills, originality and ingenuity are musts as are demonstrated verbal and written analytical/problem solving, communication skills (i.e., English grammar and style), negotiation, interpersonal and presentation skills are essential; Must be able to demonstrate advanced personal computer skills including experience with relevant systems/applications, word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access). Desired Requirements: An advanced credential in a relevant discipline/concentration such as an MBA. Professional certification or designation. Academic courses in leadership, training, Continuous Improvement (CI), cycle time improvement, or related programs preferred.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-10-14 20:11:21", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/24231634/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Manager, Product Marketing", "reqid": "11816", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Los Angeles, CA", "uid": 24231634}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Senior Research Engineer\nJob Requisition #: AF13616\nDate Posted: 09/30/2011\nCategory: Research 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 in Italy.\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.\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\nTo learn more, visit our web site at www.sjm.com\nSt. Jude Medical is an equal opportunity employer.\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-09-30 22:01:15", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23953890/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Senior Research Engineer", "reqid": "AF13616", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 23953890}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "St. Paul", "description": "Engineer-Electrical Engineer\nJob Requisition #: 11710\nDate Posted: 09/30/2011\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\nDuties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) 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 electrical engineering and provide technical lead support on projects supporting devices that use RF energy to ablate soft tissue. Candidate must have strong ability to apply knowledge of RF ablation of soft tissue and electrical 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. Analyze, interpret and draw conclusions from technical evaluation. Remain current with technology and testing standards.\n\nQualifications:\nExpertise in electrical engineering with focus on RF energy ablation of soft tissue is required.\nIndividual must communicate well with all levels of management and employees.\nCandidate must work well in collaborative environment across functional areas.\n\nCandidate must have:\n\u2022Strong background in RF ablation.\n\u2022Strong 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\u2022Knowledge of the electrode/tissue interface of electrical based systems for cardiovascular therapy.\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 years\nMS with 3-6 years\nBS with 5-8 years of relevant product development expertise\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-09-30 22:01:12", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23953886/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer-Electrical Engineer", "reqid": "11710", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 23953886}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sylmar", "description": "Systems Analyst, Senior\nJob Requisition #: 11536\nDate Posted: 08/25/2011\nCategory: Information Technology\nLocation: Sylmar - CA - 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\nSenior Systems Analyst \u2013 Information Security\n\nHere\u2019s an excellent and exciting opportunity to join a progressive IT group with the responsibility of information security. This is not an operations role but an opportunity that will allow you to do security design work, focusing on architect solutions from the start or design solutions for existing systems. Your primary focus as it relates to information security will be on remote care and protection of health care information.\n\nYou are responsible for protecting, by design, our complex IT systems against information security vulnerabilities and threats. If you have substantial experience doing information security engineering work and have architected security systems, we want to hear from you.\n\nWithin this role, if hired, your initial focus will primarily be on information security design work on remote care/health care information. You will be expected to deliver technical Information requirements and review detailed designs from all layers of IT technology such as database, operating system, networking, middleware, etc. You will work with the InfoSec compliance team to map regulatory requirements to IT architecture.\n\nLonger term, when these systems are subject to compliance audits the systems that you participated in designing will be found to be sound and compliant with our InfoSec policies and regulatory requirements in information Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability.\n\nIf hired, you will interact with non-IT personnel as much as with IT personnel, such as SW development, System Engineering, Legal, Product Development, etc. Will work with a small but very dedicated team in IT Information Security that takes their stewardship of our information assets very seriously. Will often work largely independently with no micro-management.\n\nWithin this role, it is expected you to be a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); hands-on experience securing IT infrastructure and/or code; experience in designing and documenting designs of security controls for IT Systems; excellent presentation and communication skills.\n\nMust have 5+ years experience with a focus on information security.\nDesired skills include being a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH); ISO 27001/27002; software development experience; Information forensics; InfoSec incident management; biotech industry experience. Experience with health care information is a big plus.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-09-27 19:28:11", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23871408/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Systems Analyst, Senior", "reqid": "11536", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sylmar, CA", "uid": 23871408}, {"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\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, 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\u2022 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\u2022 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\u2022 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\u2022 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\u201d person with respect to both the business and technical sides of the product lines for which this individual is responsible.\n\u2022 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\u2022 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\u2022 BS or BA degree in business, physical/life science, nursing, or engineering.\n\u2022 5+ years of marketing experience in medical devices.\n\u2022 Self-directed \u2013 identifies what needs to be done and executes appropriately with little supervision.\n\u2022 Pro-active \u2013 anticipates problems and acts appropriately.\n\u2022 Excellent written and oral communication skills.\n\u2022 Ability to multi-task in order to meet deadlines.\n\u2022 Ability to influence cross-functionally and cross-divisionally without authority.\n\u2022 Resilient \u2013 finds ways to get things done when initial or usual approaches do not work.\n\u2022 Intellectually curious \u2013 strong desire to learn and willing to invest the time both inside and outside of work to do so.\n\u2022 Team player.\n\u2022 Willing to travel as needed (up to 35%) with occasional weekend travel.\n\u2022 Creative, out of box\u201d thinker who thrives on developing and executing marketing strategies and tactics.\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 MBA strongly preferred\n\u2022 Medical device, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical sales experience a plus\n\u2022 Prior electrophysiology and/or cardiac rhythm management experience preferred\n\u2022 Prior product marketing experience preferred\n\n\n\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-09-19 19:38:36", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23703439/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Marketing Manager II", "reqid": "AF13612", "state": "Minnesota", "state_short": "MN", "location": "St. Paul, MN", "uid": 23703439}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": null, "description": "Sr. Clinical Research Associate - Regional\nJob Requisition #: 11541\nDate Posted: 08/24/2011\nCategory: Clinical\nLocation: Central - Region - 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\nThe Sr CRA Regional will conduct site initiation visits, monitor clinical data for multiple studies, and conduct close-out visits. Supports professionalism and scientific expertise of the department.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\u2022 Follows department Standard Operating Procedures.\n\u2022 Monitors clinical investigations for multiple studies and sites simultaneously, to\na. Assure protocol compliance per applicable regulations;\nb. Assure subject rights, safety and welfare are protected;\nc. Assure data integrity through completeness, accuracy, legibility and logicalness.\n\u2022 Completes monitoring reports and follows open action items in a timely basis.\n\u2022 Assists Clinical Research Associate in setting 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 in organizing Investigator and Data Safety Monitoring Board meetings.\n\u2022 Conducts monitoring visits to assure protocol compliance and data integrity.\n\u2022 Generates presentations when requested by investigators or AGA personnel.\n\u2022 Generates status reports and sends to investigators on a regular basis.\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 Travels approximately 85%.\n\u2022 Participates in professional activities outside of normal business hours.\n\u2022 Other duties as assigned.\n\nEducation, Experience, Personal and Technical Skills:\n\u2022 BA/BS in business, medical science or nursing (or equivalent experience).\n\u2022 5-8 years experience in Clinical Research, preferably in a medical device company.\n\u2022 5 years monitoring experience, preferably in a field position.\n\u2022 Strong ability to prioritize and organize multiple projects, simultaneously.\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.", "date_new": "2011-08-24 18:47:22", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/23220963/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Sr. Clinical Research Associate - Regional", "reqid": "11541", "state": null, "state_short": null, "location": "Virtual, USA", "uid": 23220963}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Scottsdale", "description": "Quality Technician Sr.\nJob Requisition #: 11317\nDate Posted: 08/02/2011\nCategory: Quality\nLocation: Scottsdale - AZ - 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 business unit, located in Scottsdale, Arizona:\n\nJob Overview\nThis is an exciting opportunity for a skilled quality technician who is interested in building life saving devices at our Scottsdale location. Working within a small team, within the first 6 months on the role, the Senior QA technician will come up to quick speed on the daily component and process issues that happen within the hybrid build process.\n\nRequirements/Education: High school diploma or equivalent, and trade school certification, specialized training/apprenticeship and/or equivalent in Electronics, Engineering Technology, or specialized training which provides a theoretical understanding of electronic or electro-mechanical disciplines or equivalent. Typically a minimum of eight or more years of progressively more responsible related quality/inspection experience required to achieve the level of competency and depth of understanding necessary to perform at this level. Considerable knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the job, including common inspection methods. Prior experience working in an air-conditioned clean-room manufacturing environment.\n\nGeneral knowledge in electronics and in the operation of electronic measurement equipment (meters, oscilloscopes, frequency counters).\nHands on experience with troubleshooting electro-mechanical circuits and a disciplined approach to troubleshooting.\nDesired solid knowledge of wire bonding, and soldering of surface mount components.\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-08-02 18:40:08", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/22768251/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Quality Technician Sr.", "reqid": "11317", "state": "Arizona", "state_short": "AZ", "location": "Scottsdale, AZ", "uid": 22768251}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Sunnyvale", "description": "Director, ATE\nJob Requisition #: 11370\nDate Posted: 07/25/2011\nCategory: ATE\nLocation: Sunnyvale - CA - USA\nSylmar - CA - 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\nJoin the Cardiac Rhythm Management Division's Automated Test Engineering group. We are one of the world's leaders in the life-saving field implantable cardiac rhythm management devices, and we are looking to get even better by bringing on the world's best engineering talent!\n\nAs a manager in the test engineering group, you will plan and manage all areas within test development. Your team will be involved in product development, design for testability, test hardware and software design, hands-on debug, characterization, manufacturing release and sustaining.\n\nYou will manage 5 to 20 engineers and technicians, with analog, mixed-signal and digital technical focus. You may be involved in wafer level IC test development, test development for partial system assemblies, or device level test of the final product.\n\nYou will be in charge of a key engineering function in the company's largest business division.\n\nRequirements:\n\nBSEE or MSEE\n\n10+ years experience in analog or mixed-signal test development\n\n5+ years managing test engineers\n\n\"Hands-on\". Technically savvy, especially with analog and mixed-signal circuits\n\nExcellent communication skills. Masterful at avoiding miscommunication, providing clear expectations.\n\nFocused and able to meet goals\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-07-25 18:20:57", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/22602291/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Director, ATE", "reqid": "11370", "state": "California", "state_short": "CA", "location": "Sunnyvale, CA", "uid": 22602291}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Westford", "description": "Engineer II, Test\nJob Requisition #: 11418\nDate Posted: 07/19/2011\nCategory: Engineering\nLocation: Westford - MA - 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 Cardiovascular Division at LightLab Imaging Inc., a St Jude Medical Company, based in Westford MA:\n\nJob Overview\nAnalog/Digital Engineer\n\nPRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nLightlab Imaging, a subsidy of St Jude Medical, seeks a talented electrical engineer to join a new product development group working on next generation imaging catheters.  The successful candidate will work together with a Principal Analog Engineer as the electrical design team responsible for the performance and safety of various catheter mounted sensors.\nResponsibilities include designing the testing concepts based upon an understanding of the development goals and available technology, designing any necessary sensing circuitry, working with mechanical team to develop mechanical components, procurement and set-up of the overall equipment, qualification of early sensor prototypes using the equipment, and refinement of the test stations for production use. Additional responsibilities may include managing outside testing services where necessary.\n\nEXPERIENCE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:\n\nRequirements\nBSEE with 5 years (MSEE with 2 years)\nProficient with Network Analyzers and Oscilloscopes\n\nStrongly desired is experience in the following areas:\nLow Voltage 0-100Mhz Analog Circuit Design\nEMI suppression/shielding\nMedical Device Experience (especially Patient Isolation/Safety \u2013 IEC 60601)\nProduct Performance Testing\n\n\n\n|E-mail this position \nSubmit Resume or C.V.", "date_new": "2011-07-19 18:40:07", "url": "http://jobs.sjm.com/xml/22480677/job", "country": "United States", "company": "St. Jude Medical", "title": "Engineer II, Test", "reqid": "11418", "state": "Massachusetts", "state_short": "MA", "location": "Westford, MA", "uid": 22480677}]