Manager, Clinical Science, Medical Affairs

<p><b>Bring more to life.</b></p><p></p><p>Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?</p><p></p><p>At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), one of <a href="https://danaher.com/our-businesses" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Danaher’s</a> 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. </p><p></p><p>You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.</p><p></p><p>Our team at Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), is united by a commitment to collaboration and scientific excellence, building on a strong foundation of innovation, expertise, and reliability. Guided by our vision to help researchers rapidly move from the lab to life-changing advances, we work closely with global partners to accelerate progress and genomics breakthroughs across fields like cancer, infectious disease, rare genetic disorders, and more. At IDT, you’ll be part of a culture rooted in continuous learning and improvement—where your growth fuels our mission to accelerate the pace of genomics and helps shape a healthier, brighter future for all.</p><p>Learn about the <a href="https://www.danaher.com/how-we-work/danaher-business-system" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Danaher Business System</a> which makes everything possible.</p><p></p><p>The <b>Manager, Clinical Science, Medical Affairs </b>is a critical strategic role in driving sustainable business value ensuring the scientific credibility, regulatory compliance and clinical relevance of the organization’s products. This role will serve as a trusted scientific partner to internal/external <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">stakeholders—including</span> healthcare professionals, cross‑functional teams, and external collaborators – directly influencing product adoption, appropriate use, and long‑term market success.</p><p></p><p>This position reports to the Director, Global Regulatory Affairs, Product Lifecycle Quality and Compliance and is part of the global QA/RA function located in Coralville, IA and will be fully remote. </p><p></p><p><b>In this role, you will have the opportunity to:</b></p><ul><li><b>Develop and execute medical strategy</b> aligned with product lifecycle stages, diagnostic priorities, and overall business objectives, ensuring scientific integrity and compliance.</li><li><b>Serve as a scientific expert and liaison</b> to healthcare professionals, key opinion leaders, and internal stakeholders to facilitate clinical education, evidence exchange, and trusted relationships associated with off-label inquiries, third-party validation services, health hazard assessments, etc.</li><li><b>Lead generation, interpretation, and communication of medical evidence</b>, including clinical data, real‑world evidence, and publications, to support appropriate product use and informed decision‑making.</li><li><b>Ensure regulatory, ethical, and compliance adherence</b> across all medical activities, mitigating risk and maintaining a clear separation between medical and promotional functions.</li><li><b>Provide strategic medical insights to cross‑functional teams</b> (commercial, market access, R&D, regulatory) to inform product development, launch planning, and post‑marketing strategies.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>The essential requirements of the job include:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Biostatistics, Life Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry or equivalent; MD or PhD preferred</li><li>5-10 years experience in Medical Device/Pharma/IVD companies</li><li>Experience in next generation sequencing with proficient knowledge of medical terminology</li><li>With minimal supervision, demonstrate a high level of customer service skills, approachability, and sense of urgency with strong collaboration skills (communication, tone, messaging, execution, planning, ownership).</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Ability to travel 10% domestically, and internationally</li></ul><p></p><p><b>It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:</b></p><ul><li>a Medical Affairs role, such as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL)</li><li>Novel Biomarker Assay Development</li></ul><p></p><p>IDT, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at <a href="https://leplb1040.upoint.alight.com/ah-angular-afirst-web/#/web/danaher/cp/preauth-home" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Danaher Benefits Info</a>.</p><p></p><p>At IDT we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for IDT can provide.</p><p></p><p>The annual salary range for this role is $150,000 - $170,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.</p><p>This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.</p><p></p><p>We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">medical/dental/vision</span> insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.</p><p></p><p>Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.</p><p></p><p><span>Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. </span></p><p></p><p><span>For more information, visit </span><a href="http://www.danaher.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span>www.danaher.com</span></a><span>. </span></p><p></p><p><span>Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. </span></p><p></p><p><span>The U.S. EEO posters are available <a href="http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</span></p><p></p><p><span>We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please <span><span><span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">contact:1-202-419-7762</span></span></span></span> or </span><a href="mailto:applyassistance@danaher.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span><span><span><span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">applyassistance@danaher.com</span></span></span></span></span></a><span>.</span></p>

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