Professional Affairs Manager

Premier Talent Partners; New York (NY); Remote; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Premier Talent Partners seeks an experienced Professional Affairs Manager to lead eye-care engagement initiatives across the U.S. The role focuses on developing relationships with KOLs, ophthalmologists, and professional organizations, supporting education, advisory boards, product launches, and industry events.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in eye-care, strong scientific communication, and a robust network within ophthalmology and optometry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of direct experience in eye-care or ophthalmology.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Life Sciences, or related field (or 6+ years ophthalmology experience).
• 3–5 years supporting professional engagement, sales support, or marketing activities.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with leading eye-care professionals and KOLs.
• Lead KOL mapping, stakeholder engagement, and relationship development activities across therapeutic areas.
• Establish partnerships with ophthalmologists, optometrists, professional societies, and academic institutions.
• Organize and facilitate advisory boards, expert meetings, and educational programs for eye-care professionals.
• Coordinate engagement initiatives, including contracts, event planning, and scheduling.
• Represent the organization at major ophthalmology and optometry conferences, congresses, and trade shows.
• Collaborate with Sales, Medical Affairs, and Marketing teams to support product education, clinical presentations, and commercial strategies.
• Contribute to pre-launch, launch, and post-launch activities of new products.
• Support continuing education efforts and scientific engagement programs.
• Develop relationships with professional groups and influence industry thought leadership.
• Collect and utilize HCP feedback and testimonials to enhance educational and marketing efforts.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging engagement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and contribute to engagement best practices.

Skills

Relationship building

Project management

Scientific communication

Healthcare industry knowledge

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Life Sciences

6+ years ophthalmology experience

Job description

Remote Direct Hire Operations $130,000 - $160,000 4+ years

Job Description

Location: New York, NY
Work Schedule: Full-time, remote; approximately 60% travel for conferences, industry events, and professional meetings
Compensation: Salary range from $130,000 to $160,000 based on experience and qualifications
Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced Professional Affairs Manager to lead our client’s engagement initiatives within the eye-care community across the U.S. This strategic role involves developing and deepening relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), ophthalmologists, optometrists, and professional organizations. The manager will support scientific education, advisory boards, product launches, and industry events, ensuring alignment with industry standards and compliance. The ideal candidate possesses industry expertise, clinical credibility, and a robust network within ophthalmology and optometry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with leading eye-care professionals and KOLs.
• Lead KOL mapping, stakeholder engagement, and relationship development activities across therapeutic areas.
• Establish partnerships with ophthalmologists, optometrists, professional societies, and academic institutions.
• Organize and facilitate advisory boards, expert meetings, and educational programs for eye-care professionals.
• Coordinate engagement initiatives, including contracts, event planning, and scheduling.
• Represent the organization at major ophthalmology and optometry conferences, congresses, and trade shows.
• Collaborate with Sales, Medical Affairs, and Marketing teams to support product education, clinical presentations, and commercial strategies.
• Contribute to pre-launch, launch, and post-launch activities of new products.
• Support continuing education efforts and scientific engagement programs.
• Develop relationships with professional groups and influence industry thought leadership.
• Collect and utilize HCP feedback and testimonials to enhance educational and marketing efforts.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging engagement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and contribute to engagement best practices.
• Work closely with the Professional Affairs Manager-West to execute national strategies and initiatives.
• Ensure all professional engagement activities align with broader business objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 years of direct experience in the eye-care or ophthalmology industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Life Sciences, or related field; or 6+ years of relevant ophthalmology experience.
• 3-5 years of experience supporting professional engagement, sales support, or marketing activities.
• Strong knowledge of ophthalmology therapeutic areas and eye-care industry landscape.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with healthcare professionals and industry stakeholders.
• Excellent scientific and clinical product communication skills.
• Strong project management, organizational, and execution skills.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated collaboration across Sales, Medical Affairs, and Marketing functions.
• Experience supporting products through all phases of the product lifecycle.
• Willingness to travel approximately 60% to attend conferences and meetings.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Previous professional affairs experience specifically within eye care.
• Established relationships with ophthalmology and optometry KOLs and professional societies.
• Experience organizing advisory boards, scientific meetings, and educational events.
• Background supporting medical education and continuing education programs.
• Experience working with academic institutions and professional associations.
• Familiarity with HCP compliance requirements and industry engagement standards.
• Understanding of clinical research, product differentiation, and therapeutic innovation.

We do consider applications from qualified candidates with prior arrests and conviction records, in accordance with applicable regulations.

Work authorization: At this time, we are unable to offer employment sponsorship.

• Eligible employees may have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and other company-sponsored programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
• (If this is a contract role: This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits unless otherwise required by law.)