Director, Medical Education - Shockwave Medical

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Medical Affairs Group

Professional Medical Education

People Leader

Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Johnson & Johnson is hiring for a Director, Medical Education – Shockwave Medica
l to join our team. The position is FULLY REMOTE and can sit anywhere in the US.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director, Professional Education to lead the strategy, development, and execution of global professional education programs aimed at healthcare providers across multiple medical specialties and experience levels. The Director is responsible for oversight of the delivery and execution of all associated Professional Education programs in the United States and in collaboration with partners OUS for a consistent approach and experience.

The Director will partner with Shockwave General Managers to align on priorities and deliverables, ensuring a high degree of content & execution consistency across training, trade shows and courses that maximize the marketing strategy. This individual will oversee the design and develop learning continuums, strategies and content for Shockwave products that fill a gap in our physician community and increase confidence in the use of Shockwave medical devices.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in leading people, medical education, and physician training.

• In partnership with the leaders of our brand strategies (GM), create and execute a comprehensive professional education strategy to meet the unmet needs in our physician community and increase confidence in the use of Shockwave medical devices.
• Partner with internal teams (Marketing, Sales, Clinical, Regulatory, and R&D) to align educational initiatives with product launches, business objectives, and clinical outcomes.
• Stay informed via Advisory Boards, VOC and other inputs on industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies to continuously evolve education strategies. Create KPIs to evaluate effectiveness of programs to ensure alignment of needs for internal and external stakeholders.

• Oversee the design and delivery of education programs, including in-person training, virtual workshops, e-learning modules, and hands‑on simulation labs.
• Collaborate with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and subject matter experts to develop evidence‑based and impactful training content.
• Lead the creation of tailored programs for different clinician segments, including surgeons, nurses, fellows and other healthcare professionals.
• Ensure the design, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs and curricula.

• Attract, develop and retain a high‑performing professional education team.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and excellence within the team.

• Establish KPIs to measure program effectiveness, including participant feedback, clinical outcomes, and reach.
• Prepare and manage the annual budget for professional education programs, ensuring fiscal responsibility and effective allocation of resources. Monitor expenditures and financial performance, making adjustments as necessary to meet program objectives.
• Ensure all education programs comply with industry regulations, including Adva Med Code of Ethics, FDA…