Specialist, Medical Affairs
Job Description Summary
Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Medical Affairs, the Medical Affairs (MA) Specialist researches and develops documents that support the safety and efficacy of the platform's infection prevention and biosurgery products. The Specialist leads research activities for assigned projects critically evaluating and interpretating scientific data and communicating data impact to assigned products and project teams. The Specialist sits on project core teams representing Medical Affairs, providing insights into disease state awareness and current standard of care. This position works closely with core Medical Affairs team members as well as cross-functional R&D, Marketing, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs (RA) team members supporting innovation, new product development (NPD), and sustaining project teams.
Job Description
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Specialist, Medical Affairs
Position Overview
A Medical Affairs Specialist contributes to integrated medical plans, evidence generation, regulatory submissions, and scientific communications for pharmaceutical and medical device products. This role requires strong scientific knowledge, research capabilities, and excellent communication skills to support product development and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and summarize existing evidence to identify gaps for portfolio products
- Review regulatory guidance documents and outline data requirements for products in various stages (innovation, NPD, sustaining, global expansion)
- Research technology landscapes for innovation projects and generate summaries of scientific/clinical benefits and limitations
- Develop and edit non-clinical and clinical documents for regulatory submissions
- Support manuscript publication, white papers, and technical communications
- Distill scientific content for internal and external teams
- Create scientific presentations for diverse audiences
- Review scientific and clinical scope of contracts for outsourced projects
- Perform literature reviews and evaluate publication relevance for regulatory submissions
- Collaborate with NPD teams and Regulatory Affairs on regulatory documentation
- Research clinical study design questions to inform protocol development
- Storyboard evidence for publications with Scientific Affairs
- Interact with journals, conference organizers, and research organizations
- Participate in post-market surveillance and risk assessments
- Conduct systematic literature reviews for annual drug reports
- Stay current with medical developments and competitor products
- Travel approximately 10% (domestic and international)
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in relevant field
- Knowledge of medical device/bio-pharmaceutical industry
- Demonstrated experience in medical/scientific data interpretation and analysis
- Strong understanding of scientific/clinical research methods
- Ability to identify and communicate strengths and limitations in study design
- Experience in research development, execution, and analysis
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Biological Sciences, Engineering, or Medical field
- Understanding of PMA/510K/ANDA/NDA regulatory processes
- Experience in both Medical Device and Biopharma industries
- Knowledge of GLP standards and regulations
- Knowledge of clinical trial design, statistics, and data analysis
- Understanding of Good Clinical Practices (GCP)
- Knowledge of FDA requirements for clinical investigation
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.
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 IL - Vernon Hills
Additional Locations
USA RI - Warwick
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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
$73,300.00 - $121,000.00 USD Annual
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