Head of Professional Education

This role encompasses global ownership of professional education strategy, governance, and execution across all CooperSurgical for fertility and medical device portfolios for HCP, embryologists and scientists. The Head of Professional Education sets enterprise-wide standards for program design, faculty engagement, delivery models, and measurement of educational effectiveness. This leader partners closely with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Sales, Regulatory, Legal, and R&D to ensure education initiatives are aligned with business priorities, lifecycle strategies, and compliance requirements, while enabling consistent, high-quality experiences for healthcare professionals worldwide.

The Director of Professional Education will lead global professional education initiatives for fertility and medical device portfolios. This role oversees education programs for healthcare providers, embryologists, and scientists worldwide, ensuring innovative, compliant, and impactful learning experiences. This role ensures that clinicians are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to safely and effectively use CooperSurgical technologies; while advancing clinical excellence, product adoption, and improved patient outcomes The position requires strategic vision, operational excellence, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to advance CooperSurgical’s scientific leadership.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Exceptional leadership and team management skills with a global perspective.

- Strategic thinker with ability to innovate and adapt educational programs for diverse audiences.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

- Strong organizational and project management abilities.

- Proficiency in leveraging technology for education delivery, including simulation platforms and digital learning tools.

Work Environment:

- Regular use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

- May involve extended periods of sitting, as well as occasional standing, walking, and lifting of materials up to 30 lbs. during travel or event setup.

Experience:

- Minimum of 10+ years of related professional experience, including at least 7 years in a managerial role.

- Experience in healthcare, hospital systems, or non-profit organizations preferred.

- Proven track record in managing global education programs with compliance to external accrediting bodies and audit requirements.

- Strong understanding of adult learning principles, curriculum development, and simulation-based education.

Education:

- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Business Administration, Education, or Strategic Communications preferred.