Emea professional education trauma lead

Job Function: Customer ManagementJob Sub Function: External Customer/Product Training
Job Category: People LeaderAll Job Posting Locations: Zuchwil, Switzerland
Job Description:
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Through innovation, technology, and deep clinical expertise, we are helping reshape the future of healthcare. De Puy Synthes, part of Johnson & Johnson Med Tech, is a global leader in orthopaedic solutions, delivering innovative products, enabling technologies, and robotic-assisted surgical solutions that improve patient outcomes and advance the standard of care. Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as De Puy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of De Puy Synthes and your employment would be governed by De Puy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by De Puy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
Job OverviewThe EMEA Professional Education Trauma Lead plays a critical role in advancing clinical capabilities across the region. This leader will design and deliver impactful education strategies that enable healthcare professionals to effectively adopt innovative technologies and improve patient outcomes. The role offers the opportunity to shape regional education programs, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and drive measurable impact through high-quality learning experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to influence how education supports commercial excellence, leveraging digital innovation, clinical expertise, and strategic leadership to strengthen De Puy Synthes’ position as a trusted partner in orthopedics.
Key Responsibilities:Lead the development and execution of EMEA professional education strategies aligned to Trauma business priorities
Design and implement education programs, including procedural training, product application, and clinical best practices for healthcare professionals and internal teams
Partner with commercial, marketing, and medical affairs teams to identify educational gaps and deliver targeted training solutions
Drive innovation in learning delivery, incorporating digital platforms and modern content approaches to enhance effectiveness and reach
Oversee regional education initiatives, including symposia, workshops, and professional conferences to support product adoption and brand strategy
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate program impact and continuously improve education outcomes
Collaborate with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals, and external partners to shape high-quality educational content
Provide leadership and guidance to education teams, fostering capability building and a culture of continuous learning
Ensure all education programs comply with regulatory and company standards, including on-label usage and governance requirements
Qualifications Education:Bachelor’s degree required (Life Sciences, Business, Healthcare, or related field)
Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s, MBA, or clinical qualification) preferred
Experience and Skills:Required:
Significant experience in commercial education, medical education, or training within Med Tech or healthcare
Demonstrated ability to design and execute education strategies aligned with business goals
Strong understanding of professional medical education practices and healthcare learning environments
Proven leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional or regional initiatives
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to analyze performance metrics and translate insights into program improvements
Strong project management skills with experience leading complex, multi-country initiatives
Preferred:
Experience in orthopedics, trauma, or spine
Experience working across EMEA markets in a matrix organization
Familiarity with digital learning technologies and innovative training delivery methods
Experience collaborating with KOLs and delivering external-facing education programs
Strong business and financial acumen to align education investments with commercial outcomes
Experience mentoring or coaching team members
Other:Languages: English required; additional European languages preferred
Location: Position can be based anywhere in the continent of Europe
Travel: Approximately 30–50%