Senior Associate - Global Lab Strategist

A Day in the Life Medtronic is seeking a Senior Associate – Global Lab Strategist to serve a transformational role within the Enterprise Risk and Facilities organization in developing labs of the future. This role sits at the intersection of daily lab operations, technical lab expertise, and enterprise transformation, serving as a strategic partner to Medtronic’s senior leadership in enabling scalable, efficient, and compliant laboratory capabilities worldwide. Responsibilities Collaborate and execute on a global strategy, identifying and driving synergies between lab types, infrastructure, and uses. Partner with cross‑functional leaders in R&D, Engineering, Quality, Compliance, and Facilities to ensure alignment with scientific priorities and regulatory requirements. Provide strong laboratory expertise, including hands‑on experience across a spectrum of lab operations, equipment management, and installation, and a clear understanding of specifications across different lab types and classifications. Exemplify a strong aptitude for strategic planning and project management to ensure smooth transitions and the achievement of KPIs. Foster cultural innovation and transition, as well as adaptation. Read, assess, and incorporate technical advancements and integrate them into labs of the future management to ensure continued evolution and prioritization of R&D development. Implement data‑driven monitoring, performance metrics, and reporting to provide visibility into key operations, utilization, and continuous improvement opportunities. Strategize, plan, and provide project management to ensure a smooth transition to future lab configurations. Influence and guide executive‑level decisions through concise, actionable reporting, presentations, and insights on delivery, operations, and risk. Must Haves Bachelor’s Degree and 4+ years of experience in laboratory operations, program management, strategic initiatives, or change and process management, preferably in a regulated environment OR advanced degree and 2+ years of experience. Nice to Have Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, or Mathematics. Track record managing complex, cross‑functional projects and programs across multiple sites or regions. Strong knowledge of laboratory operations, instrumentation, infrastructure, and compliance standards. Strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbally and written, including effective use of meetings (in‑person and remote), and the ability to use data to support decision making. Proven analytical and problem‑solving skills. Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. For office roles, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile, interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co‑workers. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship U.S. work authorization sponsorship is offered exclusively for principal‑level roles and above. Roles below the principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. Benefits & Compensation Salary Range (U.S., excluding Puerto Rico): $102,400.00 – $153,600.00 USD. The position is eligible for a short‑term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan. Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long‑term disability leave, dependent daycare spending account, tuition assistance, and standard corporate plans such as 401(k) with match and employee stock purchase options. Equal Employment Opportunity Medtronic provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Medtronic