Medical Affairs Program Manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Medical Affairs Program Manager based in the United States.

As a Medical Affairs Program Manager, you will play a strategic role in advancing evidence-based healthcare initiatives that improve patient outcomes and support clinical decision-making. Working at the intersection of medical research, clinical practice, and business strategy, you will lead the development and execution of evidence-generation programs that shape healthcare policies, guidelines, and educational efforts. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, healthcare professionals, researchers, and key opinion leaders to drive impactful medical affairs initiatives. You will contribute to the dissemination of clinical and real-world evidence while supporting innovation within a highly regulated healthcare environment. The position is ideal for a scientifically driven professional who excels at translating complex data into meaningful insights and influencing healthcare stakeholders through evidence-based strategies.

• Lead the development and execution of evidence strategies that support business priorities, clinical adoption, and healthcare policy objectives.
• Design and oversee evidence-generation initiatives, including observational studies, registries, surveys, patient-reported outcome research, consensus projects, literature reviews, and publication programs.
• Analyze, interpret, and communicate clinical and real-world evidence to healthcare professionals, payors, government agencies, and internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to support evidence generation, clinical advocacy, educational initiatives, and guideline development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify research opportunities, prioritize medical affairs projects, and ensure successful execution of publication and dissemination strategies.
• Support interactions with regulatory bodies, healthcare agencies, and commercial payors through evidence summaries, presentations, and medical expertise.
• Monitor clinical trends, emerging research, and healthcare market developments to identify unmet needs and inform strategic decision-making.
• Contribute to advisory boards, scientific discussions, and innovation initiatives while ensuring adherence to ethical, regulatory, and compliance standards.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful delivery of medical affairs programs and evidence-generation activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, clinical, medical, nursing, engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience within the medical device, healthcare, medical affairs, health policy, or related industry.
• At least 3 years of experience in clinical research, outcomes research, evidence generation, or related scientific programs.
• Strong ability to critically evaluate, interpret, and communicate clinical evidence, outcomes research, and healthcare data.
• Demonstrated experience developing evidence strategies, publication plans, and scientific communication programs.
• Proven ability to collaborate across multiple functions and influence stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.
• Excellent project management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex scientific information into clear, impactful messages.
• Strong business acumen and experience working with healthcare professionals, researchers, and key opinion leaders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% as required.
• Preferred qualifications include an advanced scientific, clinical, medical, or engineering degree; experience in chronic care, patient outcomes research, digital health data collection, healthcare policy, or guideline development; and familiarity with patient populations requiring catheterization, ostomy, or bowel management solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $129,000 to $190,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and location.
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses and additional incentive compensation.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Access to wellness initiatives, mental health resources, and employee support programs.
• Generous paid parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents.
• Paid leave programs and support for qualifying life events.
• Competitive 401(k) retirement plan with immediate company match vesting.
• Financial planning resources and employee discount programs.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including training programs, mentorship initiatives, and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee recognition programs, awards, bonuses, and achievement celebrations.
• Inclusive and collaborative culture with team-building activities, volunteer opportunities, and community engagement programs.
• Commitment to sustainability, innovation, diversity, and long-term career growth.