Manager, Advocacy & Engagement

Summary

Join CVRx, a healthcare pioneer, and become our Advocacy and Engagement Manager. You will build relationships with leading physicians in the heart failure community, collaborate on research and educational initiatives, design fellowship education programs, represent CVRx at scientific congresses, and drive awareness for Barostim therapy. This role involves strategic meetings with key opinion leaders, facilitating patient access, and building partnerships with national stakeholders. You will also design innovative programs, support global awareness initiatives, and collaborate with sales and training teams. The ideal candidate will champion scientific exchange and act as a subject matter expert, building credibility with key opinion leaders and internal teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Science, Nursing, Engineering) or equivalent professional experience
• 7+ years of experience in the medical device industry or within a hospital/clinical setting
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proven success launching innovative medical technologies in both U.S. and European markets
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a remote work environment

Responsibilities

• Champion scientific exchange and thought leadership through initiatives such as independent research groups, case studies, and white papers
• Build and execute impactful physician engagement strategies in collaboration with sales leaders and territory teams
• Develop and lead educational programs for cardiology fellows and residents who are passionate about heart failure patient care
• Represent CVRx at major scientific congresses, hosting key meetings with influential physicians and congress organizers
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to prioritize and evolve our clinical messaging and claims strategy
• Facilitate strategic discussions with hospital administrators and HCPs to streamline patient access and drive program adoption
• Build partnerships with national stakeholders, including heart failure specialists, cardiologists, surgeons, and administrators, to expand awareness of Barostim therapy
• Design and implement innovative programs that address customer needs while aligning with broader marketing and sales strategies
• Support global awareness initiatives and ensure alignment across all materials, resources, and communications
• Collaborate closely with Sales and Sales Training to ensure consistent messaging and education across the customer journey
• Act as a subject matter expert, building credibility with KOLs, customers, and internal teams through your deep knowledge of the therapy and competitive landscape

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment
• Background in heart failure, cardiac rhythm management, or electrophysiology
• Advanced degree in a relevant discipline

Benefits

• Competitive Health & Dental Insurance options with generous Company contributions
• Company contributions to an HSA with a high deductible insurance plan selection
• 401(k) with a company match
• Employee stock purchase plan & stock option grants
• 12 company-paid holidays per year in addition to accruing PTO
• Generous paid time off for new parents
• Company-paid life insurance & disability options
• Unlimited growth opportunities
• Training & learning opportunities
• Flexible Schedules