Senior Director, US MedTech Surgery - Field-Based Education

Johnson & Johnson•Raritan, NJ

3d•$173,000 - $299,000•Remote

About The Position

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com Job Function: Customer Management Job Sub Function: External Customer/Product Training Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America Job Description: We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as Senior Director, US MedTech Surgery - Field-Based Education. This role will be responsible for leading all aspects of in-field education, professional education, and commercial education across the US MedTech Surgery business. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in surgical education, a passion for innovation, and the ability to drive alignment across stakeholders to deliver impactful learning experiences. This is a field-based, remote role available in all states/cities within the United States. While specific cities are listed in the Locations section for reference, please note that they are examples only and do not limit your application. We invite candidates from any location to apply. About MedTech Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech About Surgery Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

Requirements

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required.
A minimum of 12 years of relevant, industry-related experience with history of success in healthcare medical devices is required
A minimum of 8 years of experience in roles with increasing responsibility (Sales, Sales Management, Marketing, Education, and/or other Commercial Functions)
Deep clinical knowledge of MedTech platforms and procedures is required.
A minimum of 7 years of successfully managing a team is required.
Strong influence of management and communications skills working in highly matrixed organizations required.
A valid driver's license in the United States is required.
This role will require up to 70% travel.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 5 years working on global team or in multiple regions is preferred.
Strategic Vision: Ability to translate business goals into actionable education strategies.
Execution Excellence: Proven track record of delivering high-impact programs at both large and small scale.
Customer Insight: Deep understanding of sales reps, managers, and healthcare customers—both clinical and non-clinical.
Innovative Mindset: Creative thinker who challenges the status quo and drives new approaches to learning.
Competitive Drive: Actively engaged in competitive intelligence to ensure differentiation and relevance.
Stakeholder Influence: Skilled at aligning cross-functional teams and confidently guiding direction.
Learning Agility: Eager to explore new ideas and adapt quickly to changing needs.
Capital Selling & Robotics Acumen: Experience or aptitude in complex selling environments, including capital equipment and robotics.
Strong influence management, oral and written communication skills
Ability to develop and lead a team across a matrix organization
Ability to build a global business plan

Responsibilities

Field-Based Education Leadership: Develop and execute a national strategy for in-field education that supports sales teams, clinical specialists, and customer-facing roles.
Professional Education Oversight: Lead the design and delivery of education programs for healthcare professionals, including physicians and non-clinical stakeholders.
Commercial Education Strategy: Align commercial training initiatives with business priorities to drive performance and market growth.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with sales leadership, marketing, clinical teams, and external faculty/KOLs to ensure educational programs are relevant, effective, and aligned.
Innovation & Technology: Integrate modern learning technologies and methodologies to enhance engagement and scalability.
Performance Metrics: Define and monitor KPIs to measure the effectiveness and impact of education programs.
Team Development: Build and lead a high-performing education team, fostering a culture of excellence, agility, and continuous improvement.
Responsible for communicating business-related issues or opportunities to next management level
Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable.
For those who supervise or manage a staff, they are responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable
Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
Performs other duties assigned as needed

Benefits

Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member
Caregiver Leave – 10 days
Volunteer Leave – 4 days
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours