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Associate Director, TCAR Training & Development

Boston Scientific
United States, Minnesota, Maple Grove
Oct 08, 2025
Additional Location(s):US-MN-Maple Grove Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions. About the role: The Associate Director, TCAR Training and Development will lead the strategy, execution, and continuous evolution of clinical and commercial training for Boston Scientific's TransCarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) program. This role is pivotal in building a best-in-class field organization through innovative training programs that drive clinical excellence, sales effectiveness, and leadership development. This position will oversee a high-performing team of instructors, coordinators, and training specialists responsible for delivering scalable, impactful learning experiences across multiple modalities. By partnering closely with Sales, Marketing, R&D, and other cross-functional teams, the Associate Director will ensure training initiatives align with business priorities and accelerate performance across the TCAR portfolio. Your responsibilities will include: Training strategy and execution Design and implement training programs focused on clinical knowledge, procedural competency, selling skills, and leadership development Oversee classroom and field-based training delivery for TCAR technologies and future product launches Continuously evaluate and optimize training programs for relevance, effectiveness, and scalability Lead planning and execution of major training events, including National Sales Meetings and Regional Conferences Team leadership and development Manage, coach, and develop a team of subject matter experts, instructors, and support staff Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning Ensure team capabilities evolve in alignment with business and market needs Cross-functional collaboration Partner with Sales, Marketing, R&D, and Sales Operations to align training with strategic goals Customize training to meet franchise-specific needs while leveraging best practices for consistency Communicate key initiatives and training impact to executive leadership Innovation and delivery Integrate diverse training modalities (live, virtual, hybrid, LMS) to meet the evolving needs of a national field organization Drive learner engagement and retention through modern, creative training approaches Use data and analytics to assess and improve training effectiveness Program ownership Lead Initial Sales Training for new hires, ensuring clinical and commercial readiness Advance leadership development initiatives and embed them across the TCAR division Support ongoing sales development through continuous learning journeys Oversee strategic utilization of surgical labs and training centers Physician and industry relationships Cultivate and sustain strategic partnerships with physicians, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and external experts to enhance educational initiatives, clinical collaboration, and thought leadership Engage with professional associations and medical communities to ensure alignment with evolving standards and best practices in content delivery Contribute to the development of the next generation of KOLs through targeted engagement and mentorship Administrative, compliance, and budget oversight Lead the development and management of departmental budgets, ensuring alignment with business objectives and fiscal accountability Oversee project planning and execution, ensuring compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and operational timelines Collaborate cross-functionally to implement governance frameworks that support transparency, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement Budget and resource management Manage departmental budget and allocate resources efficiently Develop annual operating plans aligned with divisional goals Demonstrate ROI from training activities through performance metrics and stakeholder feedback Qualifications: Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree Minimum of 8 years' experience in clinical training, sales training, or commercial development within medical devices or healthcare Minimum of 2 years' experience in direct people management Proven success designing and implementing large-scale training programs Strong clinical acumen, preferably in vascular or electrophysiology domains Expertise in adult learning principles and modern sales methodologies Strategic mindset with the ability to link training outcomes to business goals Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder influence skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and LMS platforms Preferred qualifications: Experience with TCAR or vascular intervention technologies Prior leadership of high-performing training teams Familiarity with CRM systems and digital learning tools Experience supporting national field teams and high-impact events Travel requirements: This is a remote role with 60-75% overnight travel to training centers, regional programs, and off-site meetings. Requisition ID:615893 Minimum Salary:$143400 Maximum Salary: $272500 The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com-will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above. Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen. So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn't just business, it's personal. And if you're a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you! At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class. Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination. Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specificprohibited substancetest requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement. The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.