Medical Director – Aesthetics, Reconstruction

Johnson & Johnson

. Provide medical and scientific leadership supporting the Aesthetics & Reconstruction portfolio .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $199,000 - $343,850 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery, with a strong foundation in Evidence-Based Medicine and Clinical Research Methodology. Capable of providing strategic medical leadership and fostering relationships with key opinion leaders and clinical experts.

Highest-signal resume keywords

MD Or DO DegreeBoard Certification In Plastic SurgeryClinical Experience In Aesthetic And Reconstructive Breast SurgeryExpertise In Breast Implants And Surgical TechniquesClinical Research Experience In Medical Device Studies

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Hard Skills

Evidence-Based MedicineClinical Research MethodologySurgical TechniquesClinical Protocol DevelopmentData InterpretationMedical Education Program DevelopmentScientific CommunicationPeer-Reviewed PublicationClinical Study SupportRegulatory Strategy

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsRelationship BuildingCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification In Plastic Surgery

Industry Keywords

Aesthetic SurgeryReconstructive SurgeryClinical DevelopmentMedical AffairsKOL EngagementEvidence GenerationMedical Device IndustryPlastic Surgery CommunityScientific CongressesClinical Trials

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide medical and scientific leadership supporting the Aesthetics & Reconstruction portfolio
Serve as the senior medical subject-matter expert for aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery
Provide strategic medical input into portfolio strategy, product development, lifecycle management, clinical development, regulatory strategy, and evidence generation
Evaluate emerging clinical science, surgical techniques, technologies, and changes in clinical practice
Provide evidence-based guidance regarding product safety, clinical performance, benefits, risks, and appropriate use
Establish and maintain relationships with KOLs, investigators, academic centers, professional societies, and external experts
Represent Johnson & Johnson MedTech at scientific congresses, professional society meetings, and medical forums
Lead and participate in advisory boards, investigator meetings, KOL engagements, scientific exchanges, and physician education
Gather external medical insights and incorporate them into medical strategy
Partner with Clinical Operations and Evidence Generation to establish evidence priorities
Provide physician leadership in clinical protocols, study concepts, research questions, endpoints, and analysis strategies
Support clinical studies, investigator-initiated research, registries, and real-world evidence programs
Contribute to peer-reviewed publications, abstracts, scientific presentations, and congress communications
Provide medical leadership for physician education and scientific exchange
Develop scientifically rigorous educational programs with Medical Education and stakeholders
Ensure medical and scientific communications are accurate, balanced, evidence-based, and compliant
Serve as a senior medical partner to Medical Affairs, Clinical Operations, Evidence Generation, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Quality, Safety, Marketing, and other functions
Bring the voice of the surgeon and patient into strategic and clinical decision-making
Communicate complex medical and scientific information to senior leadership and cross-functional audiences
Maintain Medical Affairs independence, scientific integrity, and patient-centered decision-making

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD or DO degree is required
Completion of accredited plastic surgery training is required
Current board certification in Plastic Surgery is required
Significant clinical experience in aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery is required
Demonstrated expertise in breast implants, breast reconstruction, aesthetic breast surgery, and contemporary surgical techniques
Strong understanding of evidence-based medicine, clinical research methodology, and interpretation of clinical data
Ability to establish credibility and develop relationships with senior physicians and recognized clinical experts
Excellent scientific communication, presentation, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Ability to work effectively in a highly matrixed, cross-functional global organization
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required
10 or more years of clinical and/or relevant industry experience following completion of medical training is preferred
Recognized standing within the plastic surgery community is preferred
Established relationships with national and international plastic surgery KOLs is an asset
Leadership, committee, or active participation within relevant professional societies is highly beneficial
Clinical research experience involving aesthetic or reconstructive surgery is preferred
Experience as an investigator in medical device clinical studies is an asset
Peer-reviewed publication and scientific presentation experience is an asset
Previous experience in Medical Affairs, clinical development, or the medical device industry is beneficial

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
401(k)
Pension
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Exercise reimbursement
Flexible time off
Paid volunteer leave
Paid parental leave
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year, with additional amounts for Colorado and Washington employees
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year