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 focus on Evidence-Based Medicine and Clinical Research Methodology. Capable of leading Medical Strategy and collaborating effectively within a cross-functional global organization.

Highest-signal resume keywords

MD Or DO DegreeBoard Certification In Plastic SurgeryClinical Experience In Aesthetic And Reconstructive Breast SurgeryExpertise In Breast Implants And Surgical TechniquesScientific Communication And Presentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Clinical Research MethodologyEvidence GenerationClinical Protocol DevelopmentData InterpretationSurgical TechniquesMedical Device Clinical StudiesPeer-Reviewed PublicationScientific PresentationClinical DevelopmentRegulatory Strategy

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsRelationship BuildingCommunication SkillsPresentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

MD Or DO DegreeBoard Certification In Plastic Surgery

Industry Keywords

Aesthetics And Reconstruction PortfolioBreast ImplantsTissue ExpandersKOL EngagementsClinical StudiesMedical AffairsPlastic Surgery CommunityProfessional SocietiesEvidence-Based MedicineClinical Practice Changes

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
Lead medical strategy for breast implants, tissue expanders, and related technologies
Provide 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
Establish 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 advisory boards, investigator meetings, KOL engagements, scientific exchanges, and physician education
Gather external medical insights and incorporate them into medical strategy
Establish evidence priorities and provide physician leadership for clinical protocols, study concepts, 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
Lead physician education and scientifically rigorous educational programs
Ensure communications are accurate, balanced, evidence-based, and compliant with regulatory and healthcare requirements
Partner with Medical Affairs, Clinical Operations, Evidence Generation, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Quality, Safety, Marketing, and other functions
Bring surgeon and patient perspectives 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 is required
Strong understanding of evidence-based medicine, clinical research methodology, and interpretation of clinical data is required
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
401k savings plan
Pension plan
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Exercise reimbursement
Flexible time off
Paid volunteer leave
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Caregiver leave
Military spouse time-off
Holiday pay, including floating holidays
Vacation: 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time: 40 hours per calendar year (with higher amounts for eligible Colorado and Washington employees)
Work, Personal and Family Time: up to 40 hours per calendar year
Long-term incentive program
Wellness, career, and life-support programs
Disability accommodation support during the interview process