Associate Medical Director, Medical & Scientific Affairs

KARL STORZ • El Segundo, CA

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About The Position

Advance Surgical Innovation Through Clinical Insight.At KARL STORZ, we are dedicated to improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge surgical innovation. As Associate Medical Director, Medical & Scientific Affairs (MSA), you will play a key role in connecting clinical practice with product innovation, providing scientific, clinical, and strategic expertise to support the safe and effective use of our medical technologies.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree required.
• 8+ years of surgical experience, including residency training (general surgery or closely related specialty preferred).
• Strong foundation in medical device technology, clinical evaluation, and patient safety principles.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse internal and external audiences.
• Excellent leadership, collaboration, and organizational skills; able to thrive in dynamic, cross-functional settings.

Nice To Haves

• Experience engaging with KOLs, advisory boards, or scientific education programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical and scientific expert in general surgery, video and imaging platforms, and operating room integration products.
• Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Legal, and Commercial teams to ensure clinical accuracy and sound medical decision-making throughout the product lifecycle.
• Lead and support medical safety initiatives, including post-market surveillance, product recalls, and risk assessments to safeguard patient care.
• Engage with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), facilitate advisory boards, and lead scientific and educational programs to advance product knowledge and adoption.
• Collaborate with Clinical Affairs to assess and communicate clinical evidence, literature, and research insights that guide strategic decisions.
• Provide medical input for product development, regulatory submissions, and educational content for healthcare professionals.
• Represent KARL STORZ in external scientific forums and peer-to-peer clinical discussions while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and professionalism

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees