Sr Scientist, Neuromodulation, Minneapolis, MN (On - site)

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 3 Sep 2026

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A Day in the Life

Medtronic Neuroscience is focused on transforming care for patients with neurological, spinal, and chronic pain conditions. Through meaningful innovation and strong clinical partnerships, we help clinicians deliver therapies that improve lives and expand what is possible in-patient care.

Medtronic Neuromodulation Research & Development (R&D) advances technologies that help restore and improve function for people living with neurological disorders. Within the Brain Modulation portfolio, teams develop and evaluate next-generation sensing, stimulation, and therapeutic technologies, including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) systems and MRI-guided laser ablation solutions for minimally invasive neurosurgery. This function brings together scientists, engineers, clinicians, and cross-functional partners to apply data-driven approaches that advance therapy development and clinical outcomes.

At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. We’re working onsite 4 days a week to drive performance, foster an environment of belonging, and collaborate to inspire as we engineer the extraordinary.

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The Senior Scientist will contribute to the development of new algorithms, technologies, and therapeutic approaches within the Brain Modulation portfolio. This role focuses on applying artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), signal processing, and advanced analytics to large-scale neural recording datasets to generate clinically meaningful insights that support product and therapy innovation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Analyze large-scale chronic, experimental, and observational neural recording datasets to identify clinically relevant insights and opportunities for therapy advancement.
• Develop, evaluate, and optimize AI, machine learning, statistical, and signal processing algorithms for neural sensing and brain modulation applications.
• Design and execute analyses that support scientific discovery, technology development, and evidence generation for current and future products.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, clinicians, and project teams to define technical approaches, interpret results, and translate findings into development activities.
• Support preclinical and clinical research initiatives by assessing the scientific and technical feasibility of new therapy concepts, algorithms, and product features.
• Communicate analytical findings, technical recommendations, and project outcomes to cross-functional stakeholders and leadership.
• Build technical expertise in Deep Brain Stimulation and neural sensing technologies to support ongoing product and therapy development.
• Represent the organization with external researchers, clinicians, and key opinion leaders to advance scientific understanding and collaboration.

Required Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree and minimum of 4 years OR Master's degree with a minimum of 2 years OR PhD with relevant experience in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or Advanced Analytics, Machine Learning, Signal Processing in an Research and Development environment or related quantitative discipline.
• Experience developing and applying statistical methods, experimental designs, and analytical approaches to solve complex technical problems.
• Experience developing machine learning and/or artificial intelligence models for research, product development, or data analysis applications.
• Experience processing and analyzing large datasets using Python, MATLAB, or similar scientific computing environments.
• Experience with physiological signal analysis and signal processing methods.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related quantitative discipline; or Master's degree with 5+ years of experience applying advanced analytics, machine learning, or signal processing in a research and development environment.
• Experience translating published scientific research into practical analytical methods, algorithms, or tools.
• Experience analyzing neural recording data and developing insights from neural sensing technologies.
• Experience using machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or scikit-learn.
• Experience with software development practices including object-oriented programming, version control, testing, and code management.
• Experience collaborating directly with neurologists, neurosurgeons, or clinician researchers in research, clinical, or product development settings.

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

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Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$112,800.00 - $169,200.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

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