Professional Education Specialist at Boston Scientific Maple Grove, MN

Downtown Boulder Partnership; Maple Grove (MN); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 144,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Boston Scientific in Maple Grove, MN is seeking a detail-oriented Professional Education Specialist to support hands-on training programs, including simulation workshops and cadaver lab sessions. The role coordinates logistics, materials, and cross-functional partners to deliver impactful healthcare education.

The position follows a hybrid work model with in-office presence at least three days per week. Prior healthcare education experience and strong organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years' experience in program coordination or similar roles.
• Experience in educational or training environments, ideally healthcare.
• Strong organizational skills with multi-tasking ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Salesforce.
• Detail-oriented with robust record keeping.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales, marketing, conferences, hospitals and education teams to support training programs including hands-on workshops and cadaver labs.
• Prepare and test simulation models to ensure readiness for sessions.
• Coordinate resources and inform stakeholders about updates and responsibilities.
• Plan and execute shipment of devices and materials to training locations; manage on-site storage and calibration.
• Facilitate return and restocking of equipment and materials; update educational content.

Skills

Program coordination

Project management

Communication skills

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Travel up to 30%

English fluency

Vendor coordination

Tools

Salesforce

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Professional Education Specialist job at Boston Scientific. Maple Grove, MN.

Additional Location(s): N/A

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

About the role:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Professional Education Specialist to support our professional education and training programs. This role plays a critical part in delivering impactful hands-on training experiences—including simulation workshops and cadaver lab sessions—by managing logistics, materials, and cross-functional coordination with internal and external partners. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment and is passionate about improving healthcare education and outcomes.

Work model, sponsorship, relocation:

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

Your responsibilities will include:

Program coordination:

• Collaborate with sales, marketing, conference organizers, hospitals, and the education team to support skills training programs, including hands-on workshops and cadaver lab training sessions.
• Prepare and test simulation and simulator models before sessions to ensure readiness.
• Liaise with internal teams, grants teams, vendors, and conference organizers to align resources with program needs, ensuring all stakeholders are informed about program updates, logistics, and responsibilities.
• Plan and execute the shipment of devices, models, and materials to training locations, tracking shipments to ensure timely delivery and managing any issues related to shipping, device calibration, and on-site storage.
• Facilitate the return of equipment and unused materials, verifying conditions and restocking appropriately.
• Assist in updating and distributing educational materials.

Database and program management:

• Oversee the professional education trainee and learner database, maintain the program calendar, and input data into Salesforce as needed.

Inventory and materials management:

• Manage and maintain the inventory of training and educational tools (e.g., simulators, models, training materials) to ensure readiness and availability.
• Manage an inventory of capital devices used in training programs, ensuring availability and proper storage.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of simulation models, including tracking usage, condition, and replacement needs.
• Develop a preventive maintenance schedule to ensure all models function optimally for educational sessions.
• Coordinate maintenance with vendors for simulator and simulation models.
• Forecast disposable materials requirements for training programs and maintain sufficient stock levels.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure timely procurement of disposables, optimizing cost and usage efficiency.

Evaluation and feedback:

• Coordinate pre- and post-program evaluations of training content and faculty.
• Monitor changes impacting training needs and implement necessary updates to training protocols and materials.
• Assist in coordinating local speaker programs and virtual/hybrid meetings (e.g., via Zoom or Teams), ensuring smooth logistics and execution.

Qualifications:

Required qualifications:

• Minimum of 2+ years' experience in program coordination, project management, or similar roles.
• Experience working in educational or training environments, ideally in a healthcare or medical setting.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) for liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and databases.
• Ability to work independently and as part of ateam, demonstrating flexibility and initiative.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.
• Fluent in English.
• Experience with virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.) and coordination of online events.
• Basic knowledge of inventory management and maintaining educational materials.

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior experience in the medical, healthcare, or educational training sectors, especially related to skills training, workshops, or simulations.
• Experienceworking with cadaver labs or similar hands-on training environments.
• Experience coordinating or supporting speaker programs or conferences.
• Knowledge of Salesforce or similar CRM platforms for data entry and reporting.
• Familiarity with e-learning platforms or training software (e.g., learning management systems, simulation tools).
• Advanced project management skills and certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
• A customer-service-oriented mindset, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external partners.
• Appetite for innovation and continuous learning.

Requisition ID:619344

Minimum Salary:$76000

Maximum Salary: $144400

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions : It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.