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Job Description

We are **the makers of possible**

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a **maker of possible** with us.

Job Overview

BD, a leading global medical technology company, is seeking an Associate Director, Medical Affairs - Microbiology Platform to drive innovation and shape business decisions. In this strategic role, you will lead Medical Affairs strategy and execution, collaborate cross-functionally, and engage with scientific organizations and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs). As a member of the platform leadership team, you will manage a team of Medical Affairs professionals, contribute to clinical research planning, and translate complex data into actionable insights.

**Location** : Sparks, MD or open to Remote

Requirements

+ Lead Medical Affairs strategy and execution for the Microbiology Platform

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Regulatory, R&D, HEOR, and regional leaders

+ Review promotional and educational materials for scientific accuracy and compliance

+ Build and manage relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs); support advisory boards, speaker programs, and clinical marketing initiatives

+ Identify and engage expert consultants, investigators, and clinical study sites

+ Foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment with a strong commitment to cross-functional success

+ Strong collaboration and influencing skills in a matrixed organization

+ Proven leadership and team mentorship capabilities, including managing direct reports

+ Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

+ High integrity and strong ethical standards

+ Sharp business acumen and critical thinking

+ Results-driven, process-oriented, and effective at setting and achieving goals

+ Skilled in presenting complex medical/scientific data to diverse audiences

+ Solid understanding of regulatory, commercial, and clinical aspects of the life sciences diagnostic industry

+ Ability to identify unmet clinical needs and evaluate product opportunities from a medical perspective

+ Capable of integrating scientific insights into business strategy and communicating across technical and non-technical teams

Education

Advanced degree (e.g., MSc, MD, or PhD) Preferred

Experience

+ Minimum 5 years of experience in a healthcare field related to clinical practice, infectious diseases, lab medicine, clinical pathology, or diagnostics, preferred

+ At least 2 years of experience in the life sciences industry, preferred

+ Strong expertise in medical microbiology, infectious diseases, and/or laboratory medicine

+ In-depth understanding of clinical microbiology lab operations and clinical diagnostic decision-making is required

+ Demonstrated leadership and team management experience

Workplace Arrangement

Residence within 50 miles of Sparks, MD preferred (office-based, hybrid). Remote work will be considered, and time zone/ease of travel to Sparks for periodic meetings will be discussed.

Travel: Up to 15%

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit  https://bd.com/careers

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.

Required Skills

Optional Skills

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Primary Work Location

USA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle

Additional Locations

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You (https://jobs.bd.com/benefits) .

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$154,400.00 - $254,800.00 USD Annual

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.