Education Director at Abbott

Singapore

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Medical Devices, Cardiac Rhythm ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Tertiary qualifications in biomedical/medical science, business, marketing or related field; MBA preferred
10+ years of experience in Marketing or Training with well-established global company, ideally in Medical device industry
Strategic planning and analytical skills – proven ability to identify business challenges and propose action plans
High-energy, self-starter who is assertive, possesses a high degree of self-confidence and intellectual curiosity, exhibits a bias for action, demonstrates good executive presence, and has a high degree of commitment to meeting deadlines and objectives
Strong communication skills
Ability to build strong, collaborative working relationships with all levels of management, the sales force and customers

Responsibilities

Lead regional and local education teams, including direct and dotted-line reports
Design and deliver physician education, fellow development, and technical training for employees
Build educational excellence through curriculum design, digital learning, centers of excellence, proctorship, and fellowship programs
Establish systems to measure education outcomes and continuously improve program effectiveness
Act as an ambassador for Abbott’s commitment to education in collaboration with professional societies and KOLs
Develop and implement sales training programs focused on CRM solutions, customer engagement, and value-based selling
Partner with Sales leadership to identify capability gaps and tailor training to improve field force performance
Integrate digital tools and analytics into training to enhance commercial effectiveness and agility
Select, develop, and retain a high-performing education team
Coach and mentor team members to build future leaders and drive engagement
Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, and customer focus

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Curriculum DesignDigital LearningSales TrainingPhysician EducationKOL EngagementPeople LeadershipValue-Based SellingAnalyticsProctorship ProgramsFellowship ProgramsTechnical Training

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications and experience are required for the Education Director role?

Candidates need tertiary qualifications in biomedical/medical science, business, marketing or related field (MBA preferred), plus 10+ years of experience in Marketing or Training at a well-established global company, ideally in the Medical device industry.

What key skills are needed for this position?

The role requires strategic planning and analytical skills, strong communication skills, and the ability to build collaborative relationships with management, sales force, and customers. It also demands a high-energy, self-starter personality with executive presence and a bias for action.

What is the compensation or salary for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position, or what is the location requirement?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the company culture emphasize for this role?

The role promotes a culture of accountability, innovation, and customer focus, with emphasis on people leadership through coaching, mentoring, and building future leaders.

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters

1888Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees