Medical Affairs Manager, Italy

Medical Affairs Manager, Italy – DePuy Synthes / Johnson & Johnson

This role is based in Aprilia, Italy; Amersfoort, Netherlands; Leonardo da Vinci area, Belgium; Ringaskiddy, Ireland.

Job Function

Medical Affairs Group

Job Sub Function

Medical Affairs – MD

Job Category

Scientific/Technology

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary medical and scientific expert for assigned orthopedic products and therapeutic areas in Italy.
• Develop and execute local medical affairs plans aligned with global and regional strategies.
• Provide medical input into clinical studies, post-market surveillance, and real‑world evidence activities.
• Support investigator‑initiated studies and collaborative research in compliance with company policies and local regulations.
• Deliver high‑quality scientific exchange and education to healthcare professionals, including presentations and advisory boards.
• Partner with Regulatory, Quality, Marketing, and Commercial teams to ensure accurate, compliant medical content and product communication.
• Review and approve medical materials to ensure scientific accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor medical trends, clinical literature, and competitive activity to inform strategy and decision‑making.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a scientific or healthcare discipline (e.g., MD, PharmD, PhD, MSc in Life Sciences).
• 6–8 years of experience in Medical Affairs, Clinical Affairs, or a related scientific role within medical devices or pharmaceuticals.
• Demonstrated knowledge of clinical research, evidence generation, and medical compliance standards.
• Experience engaging with healthcare professionals and key opinion leaders in a scientific, non‑promotional manner.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross‑functional, matrixed environments.
• Solid understanding of local (Italian) healthcare systems and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in orthopedics, trauma, sports medicine, or related surgical specialties.
• Prior involvement in clinical trial management or post‑market clinical follow‑up.
• Experience supporting product launches or lifecycle management from a medical affairs perspective.
• Familiarity with European medical device regulations and clinical evaluation requirements.
• Leadership experience mentoring junior medical or clinical colleagues.

Other

• Languages: Fluency in Italian and English (written and spoken) is required.
• Travel: Up to ~30% domestic travel within Italy; limited international travel as needed.
• Certifications: Relevant clinical or research certifications are a plus.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license required for field engagement.

Pay Range

€65,000.00 - €106,950.00

Benefits

• Annual bonus with target set at a percentage of pay depending on pay grade/location.
• Vacation days; parental leave of a minimum of 12 weeks; bereavement leave; caregiver leave; volunteer leave.
• Well‑being reimbursement, finance/physical/mental health programs.
• Service anniversary and recognition awards.
• Access to various insurance plans as per location and eligibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.