Job Description

The AO is a medically guided, not-for-profit organization, a global network of surgeons, and the world's leading education, innovation, and research organization specializing in the surgical treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders. We are home to people from all over the world, from different backgrounds, with diverse talents and specialist areas. What binds us together is our passion for excellence, our dedication to our mission of improving patient care, and our understanding that we are stronger together: we are one AO.



At the AO Education Institute (AO EI), we're committed to advancing medical education. We focus on equipping surgeons and healthcare professionals with cutting-edge learning programs, driving excellence in patient care.


Our Education Design team works at the forefront of digital learning, harnessing the power of media and graphic design to create immersive educational content. Our work spans curriculum and assessment development, medical simulations, video production, development of educational materials, and establishment of digital platforms on a global scale.

Employment type / Anstellungsverhaltnis:

Permanent

Workload percentage / Pensum:

100%

Location / Standort:

Zizers, CH

Experience level / gewunschtes Erfahrungsniveau:

Experienced professional

Application language / Bewerbungssprache:

English or German

Short Description

As a Senior Project Manager within AO Education Institute, you will play a critical role in driving the successful implementation of global curriculum initiatives aligned with the AO's strategic education goals. This position demands both strong execution skills and the ability to engage diplomatically with diverse stakeholders--including volunteer surgical faculty, medical education professionals, and cross-functional teams--ensuring that high-quality educational offerings are delivered on time, on budget, and with measurable impact.

Main Responsibilities

Assessment Design:


Define assessment type and select assessment tool Develop and validate assessment methodology Collaborate with Program/Product Owner (to review assessment outcomes)




Project Management:


Lead the end-to-end implementation of global, competency-based curricula in trauma, recon, spine, CMF, VET or sports medicine, and related fields Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams and external faculty to facilitate content development, resource coordination, and alignment with AO's strategic priorities Manage complex timelines, budgets, and deliverables with a structured, outcome-driven approach Proactively address and mediate challenging stakeholder conversations, including with international leaders Apply project management best practices in a matrixed environment, adapting to evolving organizational needs




Expanded Focus Areas:



Digital Transformation Support:


Integrate educational technologies, such as Learning Management Systems (LMS), simulations, and other EdTech tools to enhance digital learning delivery Collaborate with instructional designers and media teams to innovate educational experiences (digitally and virtually)




Data-Informed Decision Making:


Leverage data analytics to support curriculum evaluation, continuous improvement cycles, and the measurement of educational outcomes Support the use of feedback mechanisms and performance dashboards to assess learner engagement and program effectiveness




Evidence-Based Education Support:


Demonstrate a working understanding of educational research principles and methodologies to support the translation of evidence into practice Contribute to curriculum updates and proposals that are grounded in best practices and emerging trends in health professions education

Main Requirements

University degree in medical education, instructional design, health sciences, or related field 5+ years of experience in medical education, program/curriculum development, or healthcare learning environments Proven project or portfolio management expertise with a track record of delivering complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives Experience working with a global volunteer network of healthcare professionals, preferably in an academic or not-for-profit context Familiarity with digital learning platforms (e.g., Learning Management System), educational technology tools, and data-informed curriculum evaluation Demonstrates a keen interest and growing engagement in medical education literature and evidence-based teaching practices, with interest in contributing to or supporting publications, abstracts, or conference presentations Strong English fluency (written and spoken)




Key Competencies:


Self-driven and structured team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills Comfortable navigating controversial or sensitive discussions, especially in a volunteer-led environment Demonstrated adaptability and resilience when managing shifting priorities or strategic directions Passionate about advancing medical education to improve patient care on a global scale

We offer

An interesting and varied job in an exciting and innovative organization The opportunity to be part of a highly committed international team Modern infrastructure High degree of flexibility regarding working hours and location (depending on operational requirements) Generous package of social benefits, including supplementary vacation days and pension scheme contributions Internal skills training opportunities and support for continued education

If you meet the requirements of this challenging opportunity, please submit your application (motivation letter, CV, certificates, reference letters, etc)

Date of publication:

Jun 5, 2025