Senior Manager, Global Medical Affairs

As the Senior Manager, Global Medical Affairs, you’ll be a key leader in shaping and executing Cordis’ global medical affairs strategy across multiple markets. This role offers the opportunity to build and scale the function from the ground up—establishing infrastructure, driving scientific engagement, and supporting product development and commercialization initiatives.

You will:

• Define and execute the global Medical Affairs strategy and roadmap in collaboration with R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, and Commercial teams

• Build and harmonize global Medical Affairs systems, SOPs, and governance frameworks

• Lead strategic evidence generation, including investigator-initiated and real-world evidence studies

• Develop and oversee MSL teams, ensuring strong scientific exchange and alignment with business priorities

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with KOLs, clinical advisors, and medical societies to strengthen Cordis’ clinical and scientific leadership

• Provide medical and strategic input to clinical trials, lifecycle management, and go-to-market plans

• Ensure all activities adhere to medical, ethical, and regulatory compliance standards

This is an ideal opportunity for a hands-on, strategic leader passionate about improving cardiovascular outcomes and thriving in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Education & Experience

• Advanced degree: MD, PhD, or PharmD (or equivalent) required

• 5–8+ years of experience in Medical Affairs within MedTech, biotech, or pharma

• Strong background in cardiovascular, endovascular, or interventional procedures

• Proven experience building or scaling a global Medical Affairs function

• Demonstrated success in leading or overseeing MSL teams

Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of clinical research, medical evidence, and regulatory frameworks

• Skilled in KOL engagement, scientific exchange, and medical communication

• Excellent strategic planning, organizational, and project management skills

• Strong analytical ability to interpret data and medical literature

• Clear, confident written and verbal communicator, comfortable engaging across all levels

• Collaborative, adaptable, and proactive problem solver with a “can-do” attitude

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and medical documentation tools

• Willingness to travel within the US (50% or more at times) and occasionally internationally (~20–30%)