Education Director at Abbott

Singapore

Abbott Logo
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

Curriculum Design
Digital Learning
Sales Training
Physician Education
KOL Engagement
People Leadership
Value-Based Selling
Analytics
Proctorship Programs
Fellowship Programs
Technical Training

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

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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