Director of Scientific Affairs, Atrial Fibrillation Solutions at Boston Scientific Corporation Malaysia

Arden Hills, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Apr, 26

Salary

294500.0

Posted On

10 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Scientific Affairs, Clinical Affairs, Team Management, Strategic Planning, Cross-Functional Leadership, Project Management, Clinical Data Interpretation, Communication Strategies, Relationship Building, KOL Engagement, Resource Management, Budget Management, Education Initiatives, Scientific Messaging, Electrophysiology, Cardiac Therapies

Industry

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Description

Additional Location(s): N/A Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions. About the role: The Director of Scientific Affairs leads the AFib Solutions Scientific Affairs team, supporting the Electrophysiology and WATCHMAN™ franchises. This role is responsible for developing and executing franchise-specific evidence strategies to address critical data gaps, strengthen scientific partnerships, and deliver impactful podium and publication strategies. The Director will ensure alignment with therapeutic and business objectives, foster collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, and advance Boston Scientific's position as a leader in patient-focused innovation. Work Mode: This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our Arden Hills, MN office at least three days per week. Visa Sponsorship: Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Your responsibilities will include: Lead and develop a high-performing team in interpreting clinical data and trial designs to identify evidence gaps and strategic opportunities within the atrial fibrillation space. Set and align scientific and communication strategies with therapeutic area goals, leveraging clinical trends and unmet needs to drive impactful publications and education initiatives. Ensure the team effectively translates complex scientific data into clear, accurate, and compelling content for diverse internal and external audiences. Drive cross-functional collaboration with Clinical, Regulatory, R&D, Health Economics, and Marketing to ensure scientific messaging is integrated into overarching business strategies. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), fostering collaboration and embedding best practices across medical marketing, clinical, and sales functions. Provide strategic leadership across Scientific Affairs to ensure team alignment with clinical and organizational objectives. Serve as a trusted advisor and thought leader to internal and external stakeholders, contributing to initiatives that enhance therapy adoption and reinforce scientific credibility. Allocate and manage resources appropriately. Manage budgets. Define and implement team processes to ensure executional excellence. Required qualifications: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a scientific or related field Minimum of 10 years' experience in Scientific Affairs, Clinical Affairs or a related function Minimum of 5 years' experience in people or team management Ability to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally Proven strategic planning skills and willingness to take calculated risks Strong cross-functional leadership and collaborative approach Demonstrated success leading and developing high-performing teams Excellent project management and execution skills Strong clinical, scientific, and technical acumen; effective presenting to physicians Proven ability to build credibility and relationships with KOLs and clinical investigators Preferred qualifications: Master's or Doctorate degree in a clinical or scientific field Ability to quickly learn and communicate emerging technologies and data Prior experience with cardiac and electrophysiology therapies preferred Requisition ID: 621804 Minimum Salary: $ 155000 Maximum Salary: $ 294500 The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above. Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen. So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn't just business, it's personal. And if you're a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you! At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class. Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination. Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement. The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.

Responsibilities

The Director of Scientific Affairs leads the AFib Solutions Scientific Affairs team, developing and executing evidence strategies to address data gaps and strengthen partnerships. This role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to advance Boston Scientific's position in patient-focused innovation.