Role Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Field Scientific Affairs Manager specializing in cardiovascular medicine to join Boston Scientific's Rhythm Solutions division. In this business-critical role, the incumbent will lead key scientific initiatives across key opinion leader (KOL) engagement, clinical research, publications and field intelligence, serving as a trusted scientific partner to both internal stakeholders and external healthcare professionals.
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Build and strengthen relationships with electrophysiologists, interventional cardiologists, and other key healthcare professionals.
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Identify unmet clinical and scientific needs.
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Generate meaningful field insights that help shape evidence generation, scientific strategy, and cross-functional decision-making.
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Maintain deep knowledge of the Rhythm Solutions portfolio.
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Stay current on emerging literature and clinical data in cardiac electrophysiology and left atrial appendage closure.
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Partner closely with cross-functional teams to advance scientific excellence and improve patient outcomes.
Qualifications
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Minimum 5 years of success in the medical device industry; experience in clinical, scientific communications, Medical Affairs, medical education, R&D, medical sales, or field clinical engineering preferred OR Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience in a relevant specialty area (e.g. Electrophysiology, Structural Heart, Cardiovascular Medicine).
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Strong clinical and scientific background in cardiology, with the ability to interpret and communicate complex data to diverse stakeholders.
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Deep understanding of clinical trial processes, scientific methodology, and evidence-based medicine.
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Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
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Willingness to travel up to 75% domestically - overnight travel included.
Requirements
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Lead non-promotional scientific exchange with HCPs, including KOLs and regional thought leaders.
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Synthesize and communicate field-based clinical insights to inform evidence planning and strategic decisions.
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Independently review and interpret clinical trial, real-world, and post-market data.
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Facilitate investigator-sponsored study (ISR) submissions through the approval committee.
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Support site identification, feasibility, and enrollment for Boston Scientific-sponsored clinical trials.
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Build and maintain strategic relationships with KOLs, HCPs, investigators, and scientific experts.
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Partner cross-functionally with Clinical, Marketing, R&D, Medical Education, and Compliance.
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Gather and synthesize stakeholder insights to identify emerging needs, trends, and opportunities.
Benefits
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Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training.
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Core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific.
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Variable compensation may include annual bonus target and long-term incentives.