Role Description We are sharing a specialised part-time consulting opportunity for Physics PhD professionals experienced in advanced quantum mechanics, advanced electrodynamics, classical mechanics, rigorous problem design, and expert-level scientific reasoning. This role supports current and upcoming remote consulting opportunities focused on advanced physics problem creation, technical task design, expert solution review, scientific reasoning evaluation, and high-quality project execution. Selected professionals will apply their physics expertise to: - Design challenging domain-specific problems - Follow complex instructions - Evaluate technical reasoning - Support structured review workflows requiring graduate-level physics judgment Qualifications - Completed PhD in Physics - Specialization in advanced quantum mechanics, advanced electrodynamics, classical mechanics, or a closely related advanced physics area - Graduate degree or advanced research background from a strong academic program in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, or Western Europe - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English - High attention to detail and ability to follow complex technical instructions - Strong ability to design, solve, and evaluate graduate-level physics problems - Ability to work independently in a remote, project-based environment Requirements - A completed PhD in Physics is expected - Research background in quantum mechanics, electrodynamics, classical mechanics, mathematical physics, theoretical physics, or closely related fields is highly relevant - Teaching, grading, problem-writing, exam design, research supervision, or advanced academic evaluation experience may be especially valuable Benefits - Apply advanced physics expertise to structured remote project work - Contribute to high-quality problem design, technical reasoning review, and expert-level evaluation workflows - Work on flexible assignments aligned with your physics specialization and academic background - Use your PhD-level judgment to create difficult, rigorous, and technically precise physics tasks - Remote structure with competitive hourly compensation Contract Details - Independent contractor role - Fully remote with flexible scheduling - Eligible professionals may be based in approved project locations depending on project needs - Ongoing project structure with rolling application review depending on availability - Expected contribution of approximately 4–6 tasks per week depending on project scope - Applicants may be asked to complete a brief screening interview and form as part of project review - Competitive rates between $60–$80 per hour depending on expertise and project scope - Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise - Projects may be extended, shortened, or adjusted depending on scope and performance - Work will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution

• Responsible for the design and layout of a wide range of print and digital materials including, but not limited to: flyers, brochures, data sheets, direct mail, trade show graphics, product packaging, instructions for use, newsletters, print advertising, signage, email templates, online advertisements, web pages, etc. • Work with and accept direction from team members to ensure objectives are being met. • Create workflow to accommodate working on more than one project at any given time, complete all projects on time, within budget, and maintaining the highest quality standards. • Maintain internal project management to manage workflow, deadlines and assets, including image/file cataloging. • Work with other departments within the company to develop promotional materials, ad hoc requests as needed. • Responsible for 100% accuracy and proofing of all materials produced. Extremely detail oriented, while producing high quality work. • Keep abreast of developments in design software and PC operating systems. • Participate in special projects and performs other duties as required. • Self-motivated and work well in a team environment. Proven ability to multitask multiple projects simultaneously, establish priorities, work well under tight deadlines and maintain deadlines. • Ability to work in a cross-functional team to satisfy the needs of the customer.

• Create engaging visual assets for digital and print channels, supporting marketing campaigns and business objectives. • Collaborate with designers and stakeholders to understand project goals and deliver creative solutions that align with brand standards. • Produce high-quality design work for advertisements, social media, and print collateral while maintaining accuracy and consistency. • Prepare, organize, and maintain production-ready design files for print and web, meeting technical and quality requirements. • Contribute to larger design initiatives and support the delivery of creative projects across multiple channels. • Help develop and maintain design templates that improve efficiency and streamline production workflows. • Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while continuing to build design skills through feedback, training, and team collaboration.

Role Description Medtronic's Structural Heart organization continues to grow and thrive around the world. This critical role will play an integral part in the continued expansion of global Structural Heart therapies and portfolio by developing the training curriculum strategy and standards for the next generation of clinical and product field sales employees. The goal of the Principal Instructional Design Specialist is to drive the growth of the sales organization within the Structural Heart Operating Unit by enhancing their clinical and commercial capabilities through world-class training programs. The Principal Instructional Design Specialist will meet the needs of the business through advancing clinical training by implementing standardized global training curricula and training strategy. Expectations of the role include demonstrating the behaviors of the Medtronic Mindset to ensure the Mission, strategy, and culture are driven throughout our commercial teams. This position is remote to enhance our competitive edge and expand our cross-functional collaboration efforts. This role will require 20% of travel to enhance collaboration and ensure successful completion of projects. Key responsibilities include: - Drive meaningful solutions across the training continuum including, but not limited to, new hires, current sellers, advanced training, recertifications, and product launches. - Use gap analysis discussions with Marketing and Sales to develop programs that build new capabilities to address identified gaps and align with future needs of the organization. - Create instructional design deliverables that adhere to modern learner principles and the concept of the flipped classroom. - Collaborate closely with training managers, SMEs, project managers, and multi-media specialists to develop various deliverables such as digital training assets, job aids, infographics, classroom activities, live virtual instructor-led classes, assessments, workbooks, etc. - Organize and transform raw content into usable, logical, concise, functional training documents. - Ensure design documents adhere to Medtronic verbal identity standards, content design standards, legal, regulatory and intellectual property standards. - Design content to align with the learning needs of the target audience. - Repurpose content to align the learning needs of the target audience. - Structure content and activities to maximize learning and retention. - Incorporate multi-media support learning (visual aids for face-to-face, various multimedia). - Develop assessments for classroom activities and exams. - Collaborate with functional partners to execute with speed and quality. - Ensure curriculum design includes metrics to demonstrate effectiveness of training and business impact. Qualifications - Bachelor’s Degree required with 7+ years of relevant experience in one or more of the following functions: Sales, Clinical Training, Sales Training, Marketing, Medical Education (5 years with Advanced degree). - Minimum of 5 years of field sales or clinical experience. Requirements - MBA or Advanced degree preferred. - Experience with project management/project leadership, excellent planning and organizational skills. - In-depth learning design expertise and experience. - Proven ability to manage multiple, complex projects concurrently. - Excellent influencing, interpersonal, communication, presentation, and facilitation skills with demonstrated leadership and coaching capabilities. - Self-motivator who can apply innovative thinking to define solutions to business problems; solution-oriented. - In-depth knowledge of the field sales organization, structure, processes and culture. - High capacity to learn in a fast-paced environment. - Ability to operate independently. Benefits - Competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package. - 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. - 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). - Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).