Medical Affairs Program Manager

Coloplast; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 108,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness

Financial Security

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Recognition and Rewards

Community and Culture

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

Coloplast is seeking a Medical Affairs professional to drive the clinical science agenda for Interventional Urology products in collaboration with marketing, regulatory, and the wider clinical community.

You will lead publication planning, evidence generation projects, and regulatory documentation to support product launch and sustaining activities. In this role, you will partner with internal teams and external KOLs to ensure compliant, evidence-based communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health science, engineering, or biotech area required.
• 5+ years’ experience in clinical research and/or medical affairs, preferably with medical devices.
• Knowledge of ISO 14155, FDA, GCP, and MDR regulations.
• Ability to travel – 15-25% of time.

Responsibilities

• Serve as medical expert for relevant product(s) and clinical conditions.
• Oversee medical affairs strategy development and implementation.
• Provide clinical input into IFUs, PMCF, CERs, and related documents.
• Develop and update CERs, PMCF, SSCP, PSUR, and other reports.

Skills

Clinical research

Medical affairs

Regulatory knowledge

GCP

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health science/engineering/biotech

Advanced degree preferred (MS/PhD/PharmD/MD)

Job description

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This position is a member of the Clinical Science & Office of Medical Affairs team . This role is responsible for driving and managing clinical documentation to support marketing and regulatory needs, supporting innovation and sustaining product activities, and providing clinical expertise as required. This position will comply with regulations and ensure clinical science & OMA activities comply with global regulatory requirements.

They will do this by defining near, medium and long-term objectives covering a broad range of medical affairs activities, such as:

• Driving acceptance of Coloplast product claims in the clinical community through the generation of clinical evidence
• Identifying external clinical opinions, perceptions and trends that influence Coloplast performance globally, and where warranted, develop appropriate mitigating strategies
• Executing the scientific agenda, by engaging researchers through Coloplast activities and grants and other evidence generation activities
• Supporting the development of any regulatory or quality associated documentation

Major Areas of Accountability

• Serve as medical expert for relevant product(s) and associated clinical conditions
• Oversee the medical affairs strategy development and implementation for designated area(s)
• Support the required clinical input into documents including, but not limited to, instructions for use (IFUs), post-market clinical plans (PMCF), clinical evaluation reports (CERs), and other relevant documents
• Support development and updates of Clinical Evaluation Reports (CERs) and associated documents as assigned (i.e. CER, PMCF, SSCP, PSUR, etc.)
• Develop and deliver medical device technical documents supporting product launch and sustaining activities
• Leverage latest literature, regulations and guidance to build and execute on evidence strategies
• Drive publications of data to ensure relevant content at medical congresses and at Coloplast events.
• Develop and deliver relevant medical device training documents (e.g. training decks, in-service scripts, eLearning tools, etc.) supporting product launch and sustaining activities
• Supports with relevant medical writing expertise for evidence generation (e.g. white papers, clinical studies, publication plans, etc.).
• Manage publication activities, as applicable
• Develop/sustain knowledge in urology, including professional conference attendance
• Support Investigator Initiated Study Program (IISP) as assigned
• Process and review clinical study data using Good Clinical Practices (GCP) data-handling procedures and guidelines.
• Support to medical marketing activities (KOL engagements, symposia, review/validation of communications)
• Ensure timelines and milestones are achieved for all initiatives. Communicate regularly with stakeholders on project progress and risks to achieving milestones
• Receive, provide, and track status updates from necessary stakeholders of assigned projects, ensuring alignment
• Provides medical expertise for novel ideas, questions and information requests related to Interventional Urology products
• Facilitates medical advisory boards and field-based KOL engagements as applicable
• Ensures resources/time spent is in line with project prioritization
• Participate in benefit/risk ratio assessment for vigilance and Risk Management Files
• Coloplast employees are required to conduct business to the highest ethical and professional standards; comply with applicable laws and regulations, the MedTech Code of Conduct, and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health science, engineering, or biotech area. Advanced degree in the health or engineering sciences preferred (MS, PhD, PharmD, MD)
• 5+ years’ experience within clinical research and/or medical affairs activities, preferably with medical devices
• Knowledge of and experience with ISO 14155, FDA, GCP, and MDR regulations
• Ability to travel – 15-25%

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong ability to review and interpret scientific data and research and translate it for use cross-functionally
• Demonstrated ability to work across functions to prioritize and drive strategic objectives
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• An understanding of engineering, biostatistics and trial design
• High degree of initiative and self-motivation with a strong sense of accountability
• Ability to identify, analyze and solve problems with minimal direction and make decisions with confidence
• Aptitude to successfully prioritize and manage multiple tasks while adhering to deadlines
• Adaptability to realign initiatives quickly to meet shifts in the market

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintains strong understanding of product knowledge, relevant anatomy, and accepted applications and uses associated with our products
• Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress for timely intervention and problem solving
• Present to, and partner with, business leaders on the overall health of the portfolio, successes, and areas of opportunity
• Maintain awareness and understanding of the market and competitive space

  At Coloplast, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the contributions of our employees. Our total rewards package is designed to support your well-being, foster your professional growth, and ensure a healthy work-life balance. Here is some of what you can expect:

  • Health and Wellness : Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy. Plus, access to company sponsored wellness programs and mental health resources, paid leave of absence for qualifying events and generous paid parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents.
  • Financial Security: A competitive 401(k) plan with company match that vest immediately, financial planning services to help you secure your future, and corporate discount programs for goods and services.
  • Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, flexible work hours, and flexible work arrangement options to help you balance your personal and professional life may be available.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement through training programs, mentorship, and tuition reimbursement.
  • Recognition and Rewards: Recognition programs to celebrate achievements and contributions, including peer recognition, bonuses, awards, and special events.
  • Community and Culture: A supportive work environment where everyone feels valued, and has a sense of belonging. Participate in team-building activities, volunteer opportunities, and company-sponsored events. Sustainability strategy that outlines our ambitions for how to run our company in a more sustainable way.
  • Competitive Compensation : The compensation range for this position is $108,000 - $150,000 . Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses and/or incentives.

Pursuing an ambitious growth agenda, Coloplast develops and markets products and services that make life easier for people with intimate healthcare needs. Employing about 16,000 people and with products available in more than 143 countries, we are one of the world ´ s leading medical device companies. We are constantly growing our business and always looking for new ways to move forward – we explore, learn and look for new ways of doing things.

Coloplast employees are required to conduct business to the highest ethical and professional standards; comply with applicable laws and regulations, the Advamed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals, and company policies.

Coloplast is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) which means we employ and promote individuals based on their merits, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, status with regards to public assistance or any other protected classification.

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