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At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.
ZOLL Cardiac Management Solutions offers a unique portfolio of novel technologies designed to deliver better insights and better outcomes. On any given day, clinicians utilize these ZOLL products for tens of thousands of cardiac patients around the world:

• LifeVest, the world's first wearable defibrillator, has been trusted to protect more than 1M patients at risk of sudden cardiac death.
• HFMS (Heart Failure Management system) is a non-invasive, patch-based device that monitors pulmonary fluid levels and has been shown to reduce heart failure readmissions rates by 38 percent.
• TherOx Super Saturated Oxygen (SSO2) Therapy is the first FDA-approved therapy since the stent 20+ years ago to reduce infarct size in patients with the most severe heart attacks.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. At ZOLL, your work will help to ensure cardiac patients get the life-saving therapy they need.
ZOLL has been Pittsburgh's Manufacturer of the Year, one of Western PA's Healthiest Employers, and even one of Pittsburgh's Coolest Offices. But it's our unique opportunity to impact people's lives that makes ZOLL the ideal place to build your career.
Job Summary
ZOLL Medical Corporation, a global leader in medical device innovation within Cardiac Management Solutions (CMS), is seeking a highly strategic and innovative Curriculum Development & Data Platforms Manager. This role will lead the transformation of sales training by integrating advanced curriculum design with cutting-edge AI, digital learning platforms, and data-driven insights. The leader will own the end-to-end development of modern, scalable, and clinically rigorous learning programs that drive commercial effectiveness and patient impact. This individual will partner across sales leadership, marketing, and field organizations to reimagine how training is designed, delivered, and measured across the enterprise.
Essential Functions

• Lead the design, development, and continuous modernization of all CMS sales training curriculum across onboarding, advanced development, and leadership programs
• Architect and deploy scalable digital learning ecosystems, including LMS platforms, virtual delivery models, and AI-driven learning tools
• Integrate artificial intelligence to personalize learning pathways, enhance coaching effectiveness, and drive predictive performance insights
• Develop data platforms and dashboards that connect training initiatives to field execution, adoption, and business performance
• Establish standardized curriculum frameworks grounded in adult learning principles, behavioral change theory, and competency-based development
• Partner with field leadership to identify capability gaps and develop targeted programs to elevate clinical expertise and business acumen
• Lead transformation of existing training content into modern, interactive, and digitally enabled learning experiences
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Sales Operations, and Medical Affairs to ensure alignment with product strategy, clinical evidence, and market dynamics
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, AI capabilities, and digital learning trends to keep ZOLL at the forefront of medical device training innovation
• Support and enhance national and regional sales meeting content through innovative curriculum design and delivery strategies
• Clinical and Business Capability Development:
• Elevate clinical acumen across the organization by developing advanced training focused on cardiac physiology, therapy application, and patient pathways
• Strengthen business acumen by building programs focused on territory strategy, account prioritization, and value-based selling
• Enable managers to effectively coach to both clinical and commercial competencies
• Create differentiated learning journeys for new, developing, and tenured representatives to continuously advance performance
• Core Competencies:
• Advanced Curriculum Design: Expertise in building scalable, competency-based learning architectures
• Digital & AI Fluency: Deep knowledge of AI tools, machine learning applications, and digital learning platforms
• Clinical Acumen: Strong understanding of medical device environment, cardiac care, and clinical application
• Business Acumen: Ability to align training programs to revenue drivers and commercial strategy
• Strategic Thinking: Translates enterprise priorities into transformational learning strategies
• Leadership & Influence: Ability to lead cross-functional change and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Adult Learning Expertise: Strong foundation in adult learning theory and behavioral change methodologies
• Execution Excellence: Drives accountability, adoption, and measurable impact across the field

Required/Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Advanced Degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in sales training, curriculum design, or learning & development within medical device, pharma, or healthcare required.
• Demonstrated experience integrating AI or advanced digital technologies into training or enablement functions.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory, instructional design, and digital learning tools.
• Experience building scalable learning platforms and leveraging data to drive insights.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and executive presence with ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with multiple priorities

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing - Occasionally
• Walking - Occasionally
• Sitting - Constantly
• Talking - Occasionally
• Hearing - Occasionally
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently

ZOLL is a fast-growing company that operates in more than 140 countries around the world. Our employees are inspired by a commitment to make a difference in patients' lives, and our culture values innovation, self-motivation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us in our efforts to improve outcomes for underserved patients suffering from critical cardiopulmonary conditions and help save more lives.

The annual salary for this position is:

This position is eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the company's bonus plan. Factors which may affect starting salary include geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee's primary work location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.