At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. Youu2019ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life A Day in the Life At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. Youu2019ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. The Medical Affairs Program Director is a key leadership position within our Neuromodulation Business Unit, responsible for guiding and executing our medical affairs strategy across international markets. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence the future of Neuromodulation therapies globally, ensuring they are safe, effective, and aligned with patient needs and market demands. This is a dynamic opportunity where the ideal candidate will possess scientific and medical/technical product knowledge, executive presence, health economics knowledge, as well as experience interacting with commercial organizations providing clinical and scientific strategic insights. As the Medtronic Affairs Program Director you will lead cross-functional and cross regional collaborations and remove barriers to ensure clinical and medical science strategy execution. Responsibilities may include the following (other duties may be assigned): Strategic Leadership : Develop and implement a comprehensive Neuromodulation medical affairs strategy that aligns with Medtronic's global objectives and enhances our presence in international markets. This includes identifying opportunities clinical innovation in the field of Neuromodulation. KOL Engagement : Establish and nurture relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and other influential stakeholders in the medical community to establish the clinical value of Medtronic's Neuromodulation therapies. Collaborate with KOLs to gather insights, validate strategies, and support clinical trials and research initiatives. Operational Excellence : Design and implement operational mechanisms that facilitate effective communication and collaboration between clinical, business, and marketing teams. Ensure that these mechanisms support the seamless integration of clinical insights into business strategies and marketing campaigns. Clinical Strategic Analysis : Conduct in-depth clinical strategic analyses to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities in the Neuromodulation space. Utilize these analyses to guide decision-making and prioritize initiatives. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, regulatory, and commercial teams, to align medical affairs activities with broader business goals. Serve as a key liaison between international markets and Medtronic's global headquarters. Required Knowledge and Experience: An advanced degree is required, preferably an MD or PhD in a relevant field A minimum of 8 years of experience in the medical field, with a focus on brain therapies, Neuromodulation, or Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM). Experience in an international or global role Strong leadership and strategic planning skills, with the ability to influence and drive change across diverse regions. Excellent relationship-building skills, with a proven track record of engaging and collaborating with KOLs and other stakeholders. Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of articulating complex medical information to diverse audiences. Ability to thrive in a matrixed organization, leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities. Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.u202f Benefits & Compensation Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan. About Medtronic We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission u2014 to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life u2014 unites a global team of 95,000 passionate people. We are engineers at heartu2014 putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here (http://www.medtronic.com) We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission u2014 to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life u2014 unites a global team of 95,000 passionate people. We are engineers at heartu2014 putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. We change lives. Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. Thatu2019s who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives. We build extraordinary solutions as one team. With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough. This life-changing career is yours to engineer. By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you willu2026 Build a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world Grow a career reflective of your passion and abilities Connect to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning These commitments set our team apart from the rest: Experiences that put people first. Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need. Life-transforming technologies. No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms. Better outcomes for our world. Here, itu2019s about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls. Insight-driven care. Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. 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