Sr Manager - Biopharma and Medical Device

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; Rochester (MN); Remote; USD 125,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Manager for the Mayo Clinic Platform Orchestrate Program. This key role focuses on driving data-enabled partnerships in the life sciences, overseeing research initiatives that leverage AI and real-world data. The ideal candidate will balance operational execution with strategic thinking in a collaborative environment, enhancing innovation and healthcare delivery while managing complex relationships and projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with at least 5 years in management.
• Experience with AI integration and transformational solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to work in complex, matrixed healthcare organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead program operations and manage strategic biopharma relationships.
• Develop transformational solutions through AI and digital tools.
• Ensure stakeholder needs are met and align with Mayo's strategic goals.

Skills

Project Management

Account Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Master's Degree in business, communications, marketing, technology, or health care

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation andcomprehensive benefit plans– to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager for the Mayo Clinic Platform Orchestrate Program will be a key leader driving research-focused, data-enabled partnerships within the life sciences and biopharmaceutical sectors. This individual will be responsible for overseeing complex, translational research initiatives that integrate real-world data, artificial intelligence, and clinical expertise to accelerate discovery and development.

In this highly cross-functional role, the Senior Manager will lead program operations, manage strategic biopharma relationships, and work closely with clinicians, data scientists, and platform engineers to co-develop impactful, scalable solutions.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in biomedical or clinical research, exceptional project and account management skills, and a demonstrated ability to navigate the intersection of science, technology, and healthcare innovation. This role requires a balance of strategic thinking, operational execution, and scientific fluency to deliver measurable value for external partners and internal stakeholders alike.

Specific responsibilities will include:

Solution Development and Lifecycle Management

• Responsible for establishing business requirements, user requirements, and the associated development roadmap for the transformational solution
• Ensure delivery of transformational solution in alignment with business goals
• Lead cross-functional team, including medical staff, to optimize workflows through the development of AI and digital tools
• Advocate for end user experience through market analysis, key opinion leader input, and data driven discovery and development methods
• Oversee the lifecycle of the transformational solution ensuring solution delivery is on time and within budget
• Responsible for ensuring that all business and user requirements are achieved

Stakeholder Management

• Manage internal stakeholders as well as external partners and vendors to ensure OKRs and solution requirements are met
• Represents Mayo in a positive light with external partners and vendors
• Works collaboratively across all Mayo departmental domains and business partners including Practice, Education, Research, MCS, MCP, International, etc. to ensure business needs and requirements are met
• Manage internal partnerships input/support for distribution, regulatory and quality

Strategy and Alignment

• Support the continued evolution of the transformational strategy and value proposition
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the solution by cultivating and maintaining a detailed knowledge of relevant market trends, economic drivers, user and technical buying influences, the competitive landscape, and the transformational points of differentiation
• Drive alignment between the transformational department and Mayo Clinic Platform activities, while ensuring the end-user needs are met
• Communicate the transformational vision and strategy to internal and external stakeholders

Position Specific Characteristics and Traits

• Self-directed leader who works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Performs responsibilities with a significant degree of independence
• Demonstrates ability to manage multiple competing objectives
• Ability to adjust to the predictable unknowns required to transform healthcare.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree (business, communications, advertising, marketing, technology, health care)
• 10+ years of experience with 5+ years of management experience in health care or business.
• Experience with the implementation of transformational solutions including the application of AI and other digital tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work closely with medical professionals.
• Demonstrable management and leadership experience
• Experience leading in complex, matrixed healthcare organizations
• Experience in managing teams and the ability to work and collaborate across teams
• Experience in managing complex projects
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing external partners and vendors
• Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work proactively with internal teammates and external clients
• Excellent communication (oral/written/presentation) skills

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$125,444 - $181,875 / year

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday, Normal Business Hours 100% Remote. This position may work remotely from any location within the US. 20%+ travel may be required This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.

Weekend Schedule

Not Applicable

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the'EOE is the Law'. Mayo Clinic participates inE-Verifyand may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Julie Melton