Senior Clinical Specialist – Medical Device (Cardiovascular)
Location : Italy
Travel : 60–80% (domestic and international)
Languages : Fluent in English and local country language
Our client is a pioneering company in cardiovascular medical technology. They are seeking a Senior Clinical Specialist to support ongoing clinical studies and the broader implementation of their innovative therapeutic device. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in cardiac catheterization labs, clinical research, or medical device field support who are passionate about advancing healthcare and improving patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Training & Education
* Collaborate with site Principal Investigators to train staff on the safe and effective use of our client’s technology, ensuring sites become fully operational.
* Identify training gaps and provide remedial education to uphold safety and protocol compliance.
* Deliver ongoing educational support tailored to each center, addressing staff turnover and new hires.
* Present updates on cardiovascular science, clinical trial progress, and related congress activities.
* Represent our client at relevant local and regional meetings.
* Oversee training and onboarding for new centres as part of future expansion and center-of-excellence development.
Proctoring & Clinical Case Support
* Provide on-site proctoring during initial clinical cases to ensure proper device usage in accordance with clinical investigational plans.
* Evaluate when sites are ready for independent operation based on training completion.
* Monitor procedural adherence and collect data on protocol deviations.
* Guide clinical teams in setting up workflows that ensure consistent data and imaging quality, coordinating with CRAs and Core Labs as needed.
* Maintain thorough proctoring documentation and provide continued clinical support where required.
Regulatory & Compliance Support
* Support internal and external audits and inspections at study sites.
* Ensure complete and accurate record-keeping aligned with regulatory standards.
* Adhere to local and international regulatory frameworks throughout clinical trial execution.
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
* Maintain ongoing relationships with site PIs and clinical teams beyond procedural support.
* Identify and nurture key opinion leaders (KOLs), both within and outside current trial sites, in preparation for broader commercial adoption.
* Develop and expand a network of clinical advocates through education and strategic engagement.
* Leverage cross-functional collaboration with internal teams including R&D, leadership, and clinical operations.
* Identify high-potential centres for early technology adoption and future designation as centres of excellence.
* Engage with national societies and KOLs to inform strategic market entry.
* Serve as the voice of the customer, ensuring patient and clinician needs remain central to internal decision-making.
Professional Development
* Commit to continuous learning through scientific journals, congresses, and professional education.
* Stay informed on industry developments, including competitive technologies.
* Build a strong understanding of regional healthcare systems and market dynamics relevant to our client’s technology.
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, or related healthcare field (Master’s preferred).
* Clinical experience in cardiac catheterization labs or as a Field Clinical Specialist in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
* Proven background in proctoring, training, and education.
* Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, independent, and collaborative environment.
* Willingness to travel extensively (up to 80%) within the region and internationally.