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Inspire Medical Systems Inc. Principal Research Scientist in Golden Valley, Minnesota
ABOUT INSPIRE MEDICAL SYSTEMS Inspire is the first of its kind medical device designed to make a difference in the lives of those living with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). We are revolutionizing the sleep industry with our FDA-approved medical device, designed to reduce OSA severity for those who cannot tolerate or get consistent benefit from CPAP. Our focus on patient outcomes is at the core of everything we do, and our "think I can" attitude drives us to make a difference in the lives of those seeking alternative sleep apnea treatments. WHY JOIN OUR FAST-GROWING TEAM At Inspire, we value people - your diverse experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts. We elevate voices and encourage learning opportunities to build a professional network that grows into community. We embrace a people-first culture by offering hybrid work schedules, excellent benefits, 401k matching, ESPP, flexible time off (FTO), and tuition reimbursement. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives and want to work with innovative technology, come be a part of our great team! ABOUT THIS POSITION This position will provide technical leadership for new therapy and technology development of medical device solutions for treating obstructive sleep apnea and other unmet clinical needs. OPPORTUNITIES YOU WILL HAVE IN THIS ROLE Lead technology and therapy development efforts to optimize therapy response to upper airway stimulation for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea Identify clinical needs to improve outcomes & treatment efficiency for obstructive sleep apnea treatment including patient selection, operative techniques and post-implant care Develop therapy and technology solutions by conducting pre-clinical and clinical feasibility studies Generate peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations to support therapy adoption Protect intellectual properties by filing patent applications Support clinical study procedures at investigation sites, including device implant and therapy titration procedures Participate in next generation product development efforts in partnership with new product planning, development, and regulatory teams Support training of new employees and new customers WHAT YOU CAN BRING TO OUR GREAT TEAM Required: B.S. degree with 10+ related experience; OR M.S. degree with 7+ years of experience; OR PhD with 5+ years of related experience Minimum of 5 years of related experience in the medical device industry or sleep apnea research field Preferred: 10+ years of experience with implanted neuromodulation therapy research M.S. degree with 9+ years of experience; OR PhD with 7+ years of related experience Inspire Medical Systems provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, training, and social and recreational programs. Inspire Medical Systems complies with applicable laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which Inspire Medical Systems has facilities. All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis. Inspire Medical Systems is anequal opportunityemployer with recruitment efforts focused on ensuring a diverse workforce.Applicants with a disability that need accommodation to complete the Inspire Medical Systems application process should contact Human Resources at 844-672-4357 or email careers@inspiresleep(dot)com Inspire Medical Systems participates in E-Verify. Inspire Medical Systems provides qual employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, training and social and recreational programs. Inspire Medical Systems complies with applicable laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which Inspire Medical Systems has facilities. All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis. Inspire Medical Systems is an equal opportunity employer with recruitment efforts focused on ensuring a diverse workforce. Applicants with a disability that are in need of accommodations to complete the Inspire Medical Systems application process should contact Human Resources at 763-235-6742 or email careers@inspiresleep.com.