Associate Medical Affairs Manager (Animal Health) – # 9589

Associate Medical Affairs Manager (Animal Health) – # 9589

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Associate Medical Affairs Manager to play a critical role in developing and executing Key Opinion Leader (KOL) engagement strategies within the animal health industry. This individual will help drive scientific collaboration, veterinary education initiatives, and cross-functional alignment to support continued growth and innovation.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and brings both strategic thinking and strong relationship-building skills.

There is room for advancement above this level in the not-so-distant future.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a central point of contact for KOL-related activities across cross-functional teams, including commercial (sales & marketing), corporate affairs, and innovation/R&D.
• Identify, develop, and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders, including veterinarians, veterinary technicians, researchers, and industry influencers.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute KOL engagement activities such as advisory boards, speaker programs, and scientific collaborations.
• Partner with medical affairs, product management, and commercial teams to support veterinary education programs, including continuing education (CE), webinars, and live events.
• Ensure all scientific and educational communications are compliant, accurate, and balanced.
• Develop and execute tailored engagement strategies aligned with KOL expertise and interests.
• Support communication strategies to keep KOLs informed of emerging research and product developments.
• Represent the organization at industry conferences, seminars, and events.
• Lead planning and execution of internal conferences, including agenda development, speaker coordination, and logistics.
• Support and expand initiatives focused on veterinary technicians, including engagement with technician schools, specialty groups, and professional organizations.
• Collaborate with innovation and clinical research teams to align KOL engagement with pipeline development and emerging opportunities.
• Maintain strong communication across departments and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support organizational objectives.
• This is not a remote position. This position requires the person to work in an office 5 days a week.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD preferred; experienced Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT) with a Bachelor’s degree will be considered.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in the animal health industry (industry experience required; candidates transitioning directly from clinical practice will not be considered).
• Proven experience working with KOLs, academic institutions, or external partners.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Self-starter with a high level of initiative and comfort engaging external partners independently.
• Experience supporting strategic initiatives, education programs, or medical affairs activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, including overnight travel.
• Must be willing to work on site in a corporate office 5 days per week when not traveling for business.

What We’re Looking For

• A proactive, independent professional who takes initiative and drives projects forward.
• Strong communicator comfortable engaging both internal teams and external experts.
• Someone who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• Experience collaborating with sales, marketing, R&D, and external partners.
• Passion for advancing veterinary medicine through education, collaboration, and innovation.

Contact us today if you believe you are the ideal candidate for this veterinary job opportunity. Click on the “Apply” button below.