Director of Professional Education, J&J MedTech - Heart Recovery

J&J Family of Companies - Director of Professional Education, J&J MedTech - Heart Recovery

Johnson & Johnson MedTech – Heart Recovery is currently seeking a 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.

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 your 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:

1. 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 the effectiveness of programs to ensure alignment of needs for internal and external stakeholders.
2. 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.
3. Team Management:
   • Attract, develop, and retain a high-performing professional education team.
   • Foster a culture of continuous learning and excellence within the team.
4. 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.
5. 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.
   • Partner with senior leadership including (Global & Regional) Marketing, Sales, Commercial Education, Physician Program Director, and new technology teams to understand business/marketing objectives.
   • Partner with HCC to ensure all external education programs and solutions are compliant. Work 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:

1. Bachelor's degree in healthcare, life sciences, education, or a related field; advanced degree preferred (e.g., MBA, MPH)
2. 10+ years of experience in professional education, training, or related roles within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industries
3. Strong knowledge of MCS or 5+ years in the heart failure, surgical, cardiology, or critical care space with connections to key physicians preferred
4. 5+ years directly leading teams and managing large-scale programs with proven ROI

Skills and Competencies:

1. Deep understanding of medical device training needs and clinical workflows.
2. Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design.
3. Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
4. Proficiency in using learning management systems (LMS) and virtual training tools.
5. Ability to manage budgets, resources, and cross-functional projects effectively.
6. 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. 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.