Clinical Graduate Program

Edwards Lifesciences; Kiel; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development trainings

Hands-on workshops

Mentorship exposure

Wellbeing programs

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Edwards Lifesciences’ Clinical Graduate Program is designed for early-career professionals to contribute to patient-focused therapies through education, training, and procedural support. The 10-month, full-time program starts April 2027 with an initial training phase in Munich, followed by field-based learning across Germany and internationally.

Participants gain exposure to clinical and commercial environments, work with Field Clinical Specialists on cases, and develop skills to become trusted

Qualifications

• Recently graduated (2026/2027) with a bachelor's or master's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Engineering, Clinical Physiology, Nursing, Perfusion, Physician Assistant Studies, or a related healthcare, life sciences, or engineering discipline.
• Strong English skills and proficiency in at least one additional European language.
• Willingness to commit to a 10-month program.
• Willingness to be based in Munich, Germany, for the first 3-5 months of the program.
• Flexibility to travel and support clinical activities across different locations as part of the program and future career opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Intensive Educational Academy: Participate in a structured 10-month development program designed to strengthen your product knowledge, cardiovascular expertise, clinical understanding, and foundational commercial skills.
• Hands-On Experience: Work alongside certified Field Clinical Specialists (FCS) to support clinical cases, troubleshoot issues, program devices, and gain exposure to patient-focused therapies and technologies.
• Real-World Learning: Gain practical experience through training at the Edwards training center and in real clinical environments while collaborating with healthcare professionals and clinical experts.
• Direct Case Involvement: Attend clinical cases face-to-face, engaging with physicians and customers to develop your understanding of Edwards therapies and clinical applications.
• Mission-Driven Impact: Contribute to technologies that help improve patient outcomes while supporting Edwards' mission to improve patient care through innovative solutions.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Teamwork

Learning agility

Education

Biomedical Engineering

Clinical Engineering

Clinical Physiology

Nursing

Job description

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world.

Our Clinical Graduate Program is designed to help early-career professionals contribute to solutions that transform patient lives. We also believe in investing in the future of talented individuals seeking to build a career within the healthcare industry.

Your Role

As part of the Field Clinical Specialist team, you'll work closely with healthcare professionals to support our patient-focused therapies through education, training, and procedural support.

Through a structured development journey, you will gain exposure to both clinical and commercial environments while building the skills required to become a trusted clinical partner and technical expert.

The program includes an initial training phase in Munich, Germany, followed by field-based learning experiences that provide exposure to clinical environments and healthcare professionals across Germany and an international business environment.

Program Details

Program Start: April 2027

Duration: 10 months, full-time

Location: Germany-based program with opportunities to collaborate within an international environment

How You Will Make An Impact

• Intensive Educational Academy: Participate in a structured 10-month development program designed to strengthen your product knowledge, cardiovascular expertise, clinical understanding, and foundational commercial skills.
• Hands-On Experience: Work alongside certified Field Clinical Specialists (FCS) to support clinical cases, troubleshoot issues, program devices, and gain exposure to patient-focused therapies and technologies.
• Real-World Learning: Gain practical experience through training at the Edwards training center and in real clinical environments while collaborating with healthcare professionals and clinical experts.
• Direct Case Involvement: Attend clinical cases face-to-face, engaging with physicians and customers to develop your understanding of Edwards therapies and clinical applications.
• Mission-Driven Impact: Contribute to technologies that help improve patient outcomes while supporting Edwards' mission to improve patient care through innovative solutions.

What You'll Need (Required)

• Recently graduated (2026/2027) with a bachelor's or master's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Engineering, Clinical Physiology, Nursing, Perfusion, Physician Assistant Studies, or a related healthcare, life sciences, or engineering discipline
• Strong English skills and proficiency in at least one additional European language
• Willingness to commit to a 10-month program
• Willingness to be based in Munich, Germany, for the first 3-5 months of the program
• Flexibility to travel and support clinical activities across different locations as part of the program and future career opportunities
• Openness to geographic mobility and deployment opportunities based on business needs following program completion
• Possession of a valid European driver's license recognized in Germany
• Strong communication, presentation, and teamwork skills
• High learning agility, curiosity, and willingness to develop clinical, technical, and professional expertise

What Else We Look For (Preferred)

• Previous experience in a clinical, hospital, or healthcare environment
• Exposure to cardiovascular care, medical devices, or clinical technologies
• Additional European language skills
• International experience through studies, internships, placements, or volunteer activities

Benefits

• Grow with us through access to professional development trainings, hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, and learning resources
• Participate in a cohort experience that supports learning, collaboration, and professional growth
• Benefit from mentorship and exposure to experienced Field Clinical Specialists and business leaders
• Access wellbeing programs and employee resources designed to support your personal and professional success
• Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive culture focused on innovation, development, and patient impact