Job Description Summary
Job Description
We are the makers of possible
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a makerof possible with us.
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As the Medical Affairs Director of Innovation you will be responsible for leading efforts related to Medical Affairs innovation. You will be a member of a dedicated cross-functional strategic innovation team (including R&D and Marketing), responsible for developing and delivering upon the innovation strategy to drive transformational growth opportunities.
Job Responsibilities
- You will work closely with external stakeholders, including healthcare providers, patient advocacy groups, regulatory bodies, and policymakers to identify unmet needs relating to collection of biospecimen samples used for medical testing
- Develop high level strategies and requirements to address the healthcare needs around specimen acquisition and management with the objective of increasing value to healthcare partners and patients
- You will work closely with HEOR and RWE Medical Affairs teams to support data analyses related to strategy assessment
- Collaborate closely to relay findings to new product development teams who will work on the solutions to opportunities identified by the Innovation Team
- Attend medical and healthcare conferences, workshops, and meetings to stay abreast of both medical practice, medical guidance and healthcare trends and best practices
- Prepares and presents new business opportunities to senior leaders based on detailed unmet medical needs, IP, and technological assessment
- Collaborates on developing a framework and set of metrics to harmonize how we view, prioritize and approach our innovation hunting grounds and opportunities
- You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time
Education and Experience:
Qualifications
- Minimum Master's degree in a relevant discipline such as science, nursing, public health. PhD or MD preferred
- Demonstrated experience engaging and assessing the needs of healthcare providers
- Understanding of current practice in non-traditional (outside hospitals) health care delivery ecosystem desired
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in medical or biotech industry product development with global experience and demonstration of increasing responsibility
- Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences
- Proven product development track record. Experience with focus on any special populations (chronic disease, pediatrics, cancer, diabetics) would be advantageous
- Understanding of global regulatory requirements and guidelines for the In Vitro Device industry
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams
- Strategic thinker with a growth mindset and strong influencing skills
- Highly self-motivated, very independent and able to work with limited guidance, execution and results-focused leader with the ability to thrive in fast-paced environment and shape the strategic direction of the business
- Strong action-orientation with ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task to balance diverse needs of the business
- Ability to make recommendations to senior leaders based on the assessment of the financial opportunity, IP, medical need, associated risks, and potential for revenue generation
- Creative and results-oriented problem solver
- An ability to have a consistent, positive, motivating influence on the performance of those individuals with whom they work
- Travel required (25%)
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Why Join Us?
A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.
You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization's investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers
Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.
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USA NJ - Franklin Lakes
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