Johnson & Johnson MedTech – Heart Recovery is currently seeking an Director of Professional Education. The preferred location is Danvers, MA; however, we are open to remote candidates. This position will require up to 80% travel including weekends. At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal.

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We are looking for a dynamic sales leader that can motivate and lead teams to produce exceptional results. In this position you will manage the sales and clinical teams for their assigned territory and nurture our culture of trust, honor, and integrity. You must showcase proven success developing & executing sales strategies that result in the achievement of sales goals We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director, Professional Education to lead the strategy, development, and execution of professional education programs aimed at healthcare providers across multiple medical specialties, including surgery, heart failure, interventional cardiology, and critical care including fellows.

The Director is responsible for oversight of the delivery and execution of all associated Professional Education programs in the United States and in collaboration with partners OUS for a consistent approach and experience. The Director will partner with J&J MedTech - Heart Recovery General Managers to align on priorities and deliverables, ensuring a high degree of content & execution consistency across training, tradeshows and courses that maximize the marketing strategy.

This individual will oversee the design and develop learning continuums, strategies and content for J&J MedTech - Heart Recovery products that fill a gap in our physician community and increase confidence in the use of J&J MedTech - Heart Recovery medical devices. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in leading people, medical education, and physician training.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: + In partnership with the leaders of our brand strategies (GM), create and execute a comprehensive professional education strategy to meet the unmet needs in our physician community and increase confidence in the use of J&J MedTech Heart Recovery medical devices. + Partner with internal teams (Marketing, Sales, Clinical, Regulatory, and R&D) to align educational initiatives with product launches, business objectives, and clinical outcomes. + Stay informed via Advisory Boards, VOC and other inputs on industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies to continuously evolve education strategies. Create KPIs to evaluate effectiveness of programs to ensure alignment of needs for internal and external stakeholders.

Program Development: + Oversee the design and delivery of education programs, including in-person training, virtual workshops, e-learning modules, and hands-on simulation labs. + Collaborate with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and subject matter experts to develop evidence-based and impactful training content. + Lead the creation of tailored programs for different clinician segments, including surgeons, nurses, fellows and other healthcare professionals. + Ensure the design, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs and curricula for surgery, heart failure, interventional cardiology, and critical care specialties.

Team Management: + Attract, develop and retain a high-performing professional education team. + Foster a culture of continuous learning and excellence within the team. Metrics and Compliance: + Establish KPIs to measure program effectiveness, including participant feedback, clinical outcomes, and reach. + Prepare and manage the annual budget for professional education programs, ensuring fiscal responsibility and effective allocation of resources. Monitor expenditures and financial performance, making adjustments as necessary to meet program objectives. + Ensure all education programs comply with industry regulations, including AdvaMed Code of Ethics, FDA requirements, and global compliance standards. + Regularly report program performance and insights to executive leadership.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

+ Build strong relationships with healthcare professionals, societies, and institutions to promote long-term engagement and partnerships. Garner insights through advisory boards and other consultations. + Represent the company at conferences, symposia, and other industry events as a thought leader in professional education. + Partners with senior leadership including (Global & Regional) Marketing, Sales, Commercial Education, Physician Program Director and new technology teams to understand business/marketing objectives. + Partners with HCC to ensure all external education programs and solutions are compliant.

Works with procurement, legal, and other Johnson & Johnson departments on vendor selection, contract negotiations and statements of works to ensure adherence to company policies and that direct/outsourced projects meet Johnson & Johnson’s agreed upon expectations.

**Qualifications** Requirements:

+ Bachelor's degree in healthcare, life sciences, education, or a related field; advanced degree preferred (e.g., MBA, MPH) + 10+ years of experience in professional education, training, or related roles within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industries + Strong knowledge of MCS or 5+ years in the heart failure, surgical, cardiology, or critical care space with connections to key physicians preferred + 5+ years directly leading teams and managing large-scale programs with proven RO

Skills and Competencies:

+ Deep understanding of medical device training needs and clinical workflows. + Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design. + Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills. + Proficiency in using learning management systems (LMS) and virtual training tools. + Ability to manage budgets, resources, and cross-functional projects effectively. + Proven ability to listen, distill key insights, and turn into identifiable actions

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $160,000 - $276,000 The Company maintains a highly competitive measured by objectives compensation program. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for participation in this program in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. § Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. § Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). § This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.

§ Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: + Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year + Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year + Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year + Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Additional information can be found through the link below.

https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits This job posting is anticipated to close on [January 12th, 2024]. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications. Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.