Medical Education Manager

Kate Farms•Goleta, CA

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

ABOUT KATE FARMS Kate Farms is a company with heart. Our company was founded on the belief that good nutrition leads to good health, and good health opens the door to endless possibilities. That’s why our mission is to make nutrition the cornerstone of healthcare so people can live their best lives. We are a medical food company that makes complete nutrition formulas for people who have a medical need for liquid nutrition. Kate Farms works to be the place where a diverse mix of talented individuals want to come, stay, and do their best work. Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is at the core of Kate Farms’ values. We are an equal-opportunity employer and fully focused on equality; we believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. We invite you to do the best work of your life with us at Kate Farms. POSITION OVERVIEW As a Medical Education Manager at Kate Farms, you will be critical in identifying, building, and maintaining relationships with healthcare professionals (HCPs), registered dietitians (RDs), researchers, and professional societies in the medical community. You will play a pivotal role in developing and executing the medical education program strategy within the Medical Science Team.

Requirements

An advanced scientific degree (MS, DCN, PharmD, PhD, or MD) with 5+ years in nutrition science; active RD or RN credential, with advanced certifications (CNSC, RD-AP, CSP, CSO, etc.) preferred.
Experience in KOL management or a similar industry-facing medical/nutrition role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong ability to network and build professional relationships with healthcare professionals, internal stakeholders, and customers.
Strong clinical, scientific, and business acumen with proven problem-solving skills and strategic thinking.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Understanding that approximately 30% travel is required, depending on geography (including overnight and occasional weekend travel).
Keen listening skills with the ability to follow up effectively and diplomatically with all staffing levels and customers.
Advanced proficiency with field medical-related technology and platforms (e.g., Veeva, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related applications).
Excellent ability to network, strong personal integrity, collaborative mindset, and a strong customer focus.
A vehicle maintained in good working order, current, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance documentation.
Strong commitment to company mission and values.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to respectfully share and accept feedback from all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Develop the medical education program strategy aligned with the broader medical science team plans.
Identify, prioritize, and engage with nutrition experts, HCPs, and thought leaders in the field of medical nutrition, in collaboration with the Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs).
Develop and execute the key opinion leader (KOL) medical engagement strategy in alignment with the educational needs of the HCPs and accounts we serve. Built in collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer, Medical Sciences, under the direction of the Director, MSL .
Partner with the MSLs to develop and manage long-term KOL relationships that support the scientific amplification of medical nutrition therapy.
Organize KOL participation in medical advisory boards, professional society conferences, roundtable discussions, and expert panels with respect to medical nutrition.
Manage end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of KOL medical education programs (live & virtual) in collaboration with the Medical Education Coordinator (MEC) and MSL team.
Participate in medical conferences, symposia, and other scientific events to enhance knowledge and build relationships with healthcare professionals.
Ensure all KOL and MSL activities and materials comply with external regulatory requirements and internal compliance guidance.
Maintain up-to-date documentation and records in conjunction with the MEC, for audit readiness.
Monitor trends, competitive landscape, and emerging research in the field of nutrition to inform KOL medical engagement strategy and support innovation.

Benefits

For full-time salaried or hourly workers, our total rewards package also include the option to enroll in a company-matched 401k plan, as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents.
Employees will also receive a generous PTO benefit with a starting accrual of 15 days per year (prorated upon hire and increased by tenure), two weeks of paid “Refresh” leave, 80 hours of paid sick leave annually, and 11 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Kate Farms offers a range of other benefits offered with an emphasis on employee well-being such as paid disability leave, paid parental / pregnancy leave, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program, and more.

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