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Job Summary
The Principal, Medical Affairs Innovation will support innovation projects in the Specimen Management business unit. The role works within a cross‑functional innovation team to develop and deliver on the innovation strategy, advance projects through the innovation funnel, lead clinical assessment and strategy, and generate clinical evidence for product development and regulatory submissions.
Responsibilities
Work with R&D, marketing, HEOR, and regulatory team members to evaluate innovation ideas and support projects through the pipeline.
Interact with external stakeholders, including healthcare providers, academic & industry experts, payers, regulatory bodies, and policymakers to identify unmet needs related to specimen management and collection.
Draft clinical and laboratory workflows, perform literature review, guide market landscape assessment, and gather customer feedback to provide a detailed clinical assessment of the innovation project.
Outline the medical strategy and lead evidence generation initiatives, including study design, protocol development, and execution.
Oversee publication strategies and prepare reports, abstracts, journal manuscripts, and present findings at external scientific meetings or internal BD forums.
Review and interpret medical and scientific data, study results, and technical literature; monitor trends in specimen management and related technologies.
Design studies and lead scientific investigations, feasibility assessments, and due‑diligence evaluations related to new technologies and products.
Collaborate with and relay findings to the new product development team.
Attend medical and healthcare conferences, workshops, and meetings to stay abreast of medical practice, medical guidance, and healthcare trends and best practices.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor of Science (BS) in a health‑related field, such as Biochemistry, Chemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or similar disciplines.
7+ years of clinical laboratory experience.
Experience managing multiple priorities, scheduling tasks effectively, and delivering results within tight timelines to meet evolving business needs.
Experience comprehending, interpreting, and clearly communicating complex clinical and scientific information in a concise and accessible manner.
Experience utilizing consistent attention to detail, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance in all work products and deliverables.
Advanced knowledge of scientific methodologies and their application in clinical laboratory medicine.
Solid understanding of clinical studies, including study design, execution, data interpretation, and analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Science (MS) degree in a health‑related field, such as Biochemistry, Chemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or similar disciplines, plus 3+ years minimum of clinical laboratory or research experience.
PhD in a relevant field such as Clinical Chemistry.
Experience in a medical device, IVD, or pharmaceutical company.
ASCP MLS certification (or equivalent), advanced training, or board certification in clinical chemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, or other specialized clinical laboratory disciplines.
Compensation & Benefits
Annual Bonus
Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus
Health and Well‑being Benefits Medical coverage
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Hospital Care Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accidental Injury Insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short‑term disability coverage
Long‑term disability insurance
Long‑term care with life insurance
Other Well‑being Resources Anxiety management program
Wellness incentives
Sleep improvement program
Diabetes management program
Virtual physical therapy
Emotional/mental health support programs
Weight management programs
Gastrointestinal health program
Substance use management program
Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit
Retirement and Financial Well‑being BD 401(k) Plan
BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
529 College Savings Plan
Financial counseling
Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
Daily Pay
College financial aid and application guidance
Life Balance Programs Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
MetLife Legal Plan
Group auto and home insurance
Pet insurance
Commuter benefits
Discounts on products and services
Academic Achievement Scholarship
Service Recognition Awards
Employer matching donation
Workplace accommodations
Other Life Balance Programs Adoption assistance
Backup day care and eldercare
Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental Leave
Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age‑related hormonal changes
Leave Programs Bereavement leaves
Military leave
Personal leave
Family and Medical Leave (FML)
Jury and Witness Duty Leave
Salary Range
$135,500.00 – $216,800.00 USD Annual
Primary Work Location
USA NJ – Franklin Lakes
Equal Opportunity Employer
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Worksite address
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