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This is a remote opportunity Travel: Occasional travel based on business need Why you will love this role : As the Medical Director, Medical Affairs, you will play a pivotal leadership role in providing expert clinical guidance across multidisciplinary teams. This position involves supporting Legal, Regulatory, Compliance, R&D, and Commercial teams with medical insights, leading medical safety initiatives, and ensuring the safe and effective use of KARL STORZ products. The Medical Director will manage key opinion leader (KOL) engagements, medical education programs, and foster scientific communication with external entities such as medical leaders and institutions. They will act as the conduit for accurate and updated clinical, scientific, and medical information between the external scientific community and the company. What You will Be Doing: Leadership & Clinical Expertise : Lead a team of surgical experts across various medical subspecialties, providing medical and clinical guidance to internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with R&D, Regulatory, Commercial, Legal, and Compliance teams to ensure clinical decisions align with company strategy. Strategic Collaboration : Work with U.S. MSA Leadership to prioritize and meet internal and external needs. Provide clinical insights for product lifecycle development, regulatory compliance, and clinical evidence interpretation. People Management : Oversee direct reports, providing direction, goal setting, career development, and monitoring progress to ensure timely project completion. Medical & Patient Safety Initiatives : Lead medical safety efforts, manage recalls, support post-market surveillance, and mitigate clinical risks. Ensure product quality and safety through testing protocols. Educational Program Leadership : Develop and execute external educational programs, including webinars and preceptorships. Strategize on content development and collaborate with operations to ensure successful execution. Medical Literature & Information Management : Oversee literature reviews, assess research quality, and communicate findings to relevant teams. Develop Medical Launch Plans and manage a Medical Information Program. HCP Relationship Management : Build and maintain relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs), lead Medical Advisory Boards, and represent the company in compliance with regulations. Delegation & Cross-functional Leadership : Serve as a delegate for the U.S. Chief Medical Officer, manage multiple projects, and collaborate with global teams to harmonize initiatives. Performance Metrics : Establish KPIs, systems, and processes to track quantitative and qualitative metrics, ensuring efficient operations. What You Bring : Required Education & Experience: MD or DO degree. 8+ years of surgical practice experience 5+ years in a leadership role with direct reports Preferred Experience: Medical device product development and commercialization experience General Surgery residency and board certification c ombined clinical and research experience. Who we are: KARL STORZ is an independent, family-owned company headquartered in Germany's renowned MedTech manufacturing region. For 80 years, we've pioneered the most groundbreaking innovations in minimally invasive surgery and OR integration to benefit patients and healthcare providers alike. With more than 9,000 associates worldwide and 1,800 in the US, we pride ourselves on harnessing cutting-edge technology, precise workmanship, and unrivaled customer support to help healthcare facilities manage costs, streamline operations, and deliver positive patient outcomes. With onsite locations and field opportunities across the country, we attract a diverse and talented staff, unified by the desire to foster positive change in the world. Because it's not just about the tools we create-it's about the lives we change, together.

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