MDS Medical Affairs Strategy Manager

Job Description Summary

Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Job Summary:

The Strategy Manager will support the MDS Global Medical Affairs Strategy by performing tactical initiatives in early innovation, evidence dissemination, global KOL engagement, and insights generation that drive organizational success. This role reports directly to the Associate Director, Strategy, Medical Affairs, and is designed to operate and extend strategic objectives into day-to-day deliverables.

To excel in this role, the incumbent must have the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and partners, using diverse perspectives to achieve shared project goals and cultivate an inclusive work environment. Taking ownership of assigned projects and tasks, maintaining clear accountability and strong follow-through to ensure timely, high-quality completion of deliverables will be necessary.

The ideal candidate blends deep clinical knowledge with collaboration in the translation of data into meaningful insights, value message generation, evidence interpretation and actionable deliverables that support both internal collaborators and external healthcare providers. While contributing to strategic planning in a guided and collaborative capacity, this position emphasizes execution and follow-through on projects led by the Associate Director. The strategy manager Demonstrates flexibility and practical problem-solving when facing changing priorities or challenging situations, remaining solutions focused in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Acting with integrity and professionalism, consistently doing what is right and building trust while accomplishing job responsibilities while maintaining the BD Way will be key.

Key Responsibilities:

General

• Contributes to both short-term and long-term strategic planning for the MDS Medical Affairs function by providing analysis and operational input to ensure plans are well-informed and executable.
• Assists in developing and refining the methodologies for capturing and sharing customer insights across MDS and the greater BD organization.
• Supports efforts to enhance engagement with key external experts (KOLs), using insights to help implement MDS business objectives (e.g., expanding utilization of current products and driving innovation).
• In collaboration with MDS Commercial and R&D teams, aids in development and implementation of processes to increase customer engagement, gather insights, enhance scientific exchange, and support continuous clinical education.
• Contributes to cross-functional partnerships between Medical Affairs, Commercial, Regulatory and R&D, and supports the development of strategic alliances with key academic centers, professional societies, and industry partners to align with MDS business objectives and accelerate innovation.

Innovation Support and Insight Identification:

• Partner with internal stakeholders to support early innovation projects, including emerging innovation scanning, reviewing clinical guidelines and market trends, and conducting pipeline assessments to ensure new opportunities authentically fit organizational needs.
• Prepare background research, competitor intelligence, and clinical landscape assessments to inform Medical Affairs input into innovation planning.
• Coordinate input across Medical Affairs, R&D, and Marketing to ensure innovation projects address genuine unmet clinical needs and remain aligned with broader strategic goals.
• Collect, analyze, and synthesize insights from literature, clinicians, advisory boards, and customer engagements to inform innovative efforts and strategic decision-making.

Evidence Dissemination:

• Support the execution of the MDS platform evidence dissemination strategy for key evidence-related activities, helping to boost product adoption and drive practice enhancements on a global level.
• Translate complex data into impactful presentations, intelligence reports, public evidence summaries, conference feedback, and other business inputs that are critical for advancing organizational priorities.
• Help plan and coordinate MDS collaborative engagements (e.g. advisory meetings, workshops) focused on evidence dissemination initiatives, ensuring alignment and communication across participants.

Global KOL Engagement:

• Maintain a KOL dashboard to track engagement metrics and the development of key partnerships at both individual and organizational levels including internal teams such as Medical Affairs, R&D, and Commercial teams.
• Assist Platform Commercial and Medical Affairs partners in KOL engagement activities (including advisory boards and other scientific forums) to ensure alignment with strategic initiatives.
• Assist in the identification of trends in clinical practice, competitive positioning, and guideline updates relevant to MDS platforms, and communicate these findings to inform strategy and tactics.

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a Healthcare field.
• 5 + years of experience in Medical Affairs, Clinical, Strategy or Marketing role(s) within the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrated experience in both clinical/scientific communication and commercial alignment.
• Experience tailoring content for both scientific and business audiences.
• Strong digital fluency with working knowledge of technologies ranging from augmented reality for education/engagement to data visualization tools for insights generation and reporting.
• Experience taking accountability for deliverables and driving projects to completion.
• Balance of scientific/clinical understanding with strong commercial acumen.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and the ability to adjust priorities based on shifting objectives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degrees (Nursing, Pharmacy, or related healthcare field)
• Strong Experience in project management, managing multiple initiatives across global teams.
• Experience supporting KOL engagement, advisory boards, or medical education programs

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Pay Transparency Statement:

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:

· Annual Bonus

· Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus

Health and Well-being Benefits

· Medical coverage

· Health Savings Accounts

· Flexible Spending Accounts

· Dental coverage

· Vision coverage

· Hospital Care Insurance

· Critical Illness Insurance

· Accidental Injury Insurance

· Life and AD&D insurance

· Short-term disability coverage

· Long-term disability insurance

· Long-term care with life insurance

Other Well-being Resources

· Anxiety management program

· Wellness incentives

· Sleep improvement program

· Diabetes management program

· Virtual physical therapy

· Emotional/mental health support programs

· Weight management programs

· Gastrointestinal health program

· Substance use management program

· Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit

Retirement and Financial Well-being

· BD 401(k) Plan

· BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan

· 529 College Savings Plan

· Financial counseling

· Baxter Credit Union (BCU)

· Daily Pay

· College financial aid and application guidance

Life Balance Programs

· Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves

· Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement

· MetLife Legal Plan

· Group auto and home insurance

· Pet insurance

· Commuter benefits

· Discounts on products and services

· Academic Achievement Scholarship

· Service Recognition Awards

· Employer matching donation

· Workplace accommodations

Other Life Balance Programs

· Adoption assistance

· Backup day care and eldercare

· Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers

· Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· Paid Parental Leave

· Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes

Leave Programs

· Bereavement leaves

· Military leave

· Personal leave

· Family and Medical Leave (FML)

· Jury and Witness Duty Leave

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers 

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Additional Locations

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At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$132,400.00 - $218,400.00 USD Annual