Develop and execute a comprehensive KOL engagement strategy across clinical areas
Identify, segment, and prioritize KOLs and influencers based on clinical expertise, influence, advocacy impact, and geographic relevance
Build and maintain long-term, compliant relationships with KOLs in close partnership with Medical Affairs
Design, implement, and manage VOC programs, including advisory boards, panels, interviews, and qualitative research initiatives
Synthesize VOC insights into clear, actionable recommendations for Product Management, Upstream Marketing (NPD), and cross-functional stakeholders
Plan and manage speaker programs in collaboration with Medical Affairs and Marketing Communications
Coordinate external webinars and virtual events, including speaker selection, content alignment, logistics, and post-event insights capture
Support advocacy strategies in collaboration with Government Affairs and Medical Affairs
Serve as a central liaison across Product Management, Upstream Marketing (NPD), Medical Affairs, Clinical Affairs, Government Affairs, and Marketing Communications
Ensure all external engagement activities comply with internal policies, legal, regulatory, and industry guidelines

8–12 years of experience in healthcare, life sciences, medical devices, diagnostics, or pharmaceuticals
Demonstrated experience managing KOL engagement, advisory boards, speaker programs, VOC initiatives, or external events
Strong understanding of how to partner effectively with Medical Affairs, Clinical Affairs, and commercial teams in a matrixed organization
Excellent communication, synthesis, and stakeholder management skills
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MPH, MS, PhD) preferred

Senior Manager, Key Opinion Leader – External Engagement Strategy

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