Principal Scientific Communications Specialist

Additional Location(s): US-MN-Arden Hills; US-MN-Maple Grove

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At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.       

About the role:

The Principal Scientific Communications Specialist is responsible for developing, managing, and delivering clear, accurate, and timely scientific and clinical communications that strengthen understanding of Boston Scientific’s AF Solutions therapies. This incumbent supports publication planning and execution—including abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations—while collaborating cross-functionally to identify data gaps, interpret evidence, and ensure consistent, compliant representation of clinical outcomes. The role serves as a scientific and strategic partner across internal and external stakeholders, contributing to the overall clinical evidence strategy for AF Solutions.

Work Mode:

This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our Marlborough,MA or Arden Hills, MN offices at least three days per week.

Visa Sponsorship:
Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop, write, and review scientific materials—including abstracts, manuscripts, posters, and presentations—for internal and external audiences in alignment with Boston Scientific standards and applicable regulatory and publication guidelines.
• Partner with internal and external authors, investigators, and subject matter experts to prepare and refine clinical publications and scientific presentations that accurately reflect study data.
• Lead or contribute to publication planning meetings and facilitate development of publication strategies and timelines for assigned AF Solutions studies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Clinical, HEMA, R&D, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and Marketing) to evaluate data gaps, identify evidence-generation opportunities, and ensure alignment with broader business and clinical strategies.
• Support development and review of clinical trial reports, summaries, and other regulatory communication materials as needed.
• Review and interpret statistical outputs from clinical trials to ensure accurate representation and understanding of key outcomes.
• Ensure all scientific communications comply with company policies, regulatory standards, and ethical publication practices.
• Stay current with evolving scientific, clinical, and industry trends within electrophysiology and atrial fibrillation therapy areas.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for internal teams and external collaborators on the communication and interpretation of AF Solutions clinical data.
• Partner with marketing and commercial teams to ensure that clinical evidence is represented accurately and consistently in scientific and promotional materials.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related field required; advanced degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in scientific or medical communications, clinical research, or related roles within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in scientific and medical writing, including authorship of peer-reviewed publications or congress presentations.
• Proven and established understanding of clinical research design, data interpretation, and statistics.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional, matrixed environments and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to accuracy, clarity, and compliance.

Preferred qualifications:

• Preferred experience in cardiology, electrophysiology, or atrial fibrillation therapeutic areas.
• Familiarity with GPP, ICMJE, and other publication ethics standards.
• Preferred experience working with external investigators or KOLs on publication development.

Requisition ID: 614404

Minimum Salary: $103700 

Maximum Salary: $197000 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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