Medical Advisor - Spine

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A European orthopaedics company is hiring a Medical Advisor for spine surgery to oversee innovative product launches. This role will involve managing clinical studies and collaborating with healthcare professionals, requiring a licensed orthopaedic spine surgeon or neurosurgeon with industry experience. Successful candidates will be innovative, communicative, and willing to travel.

Qualifications

• Medical Doctor specialised in spinal surgery or neurosurgery (or near completion).
• First-hand experience in spinal procedures required.
• Experience in the medical device industry beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage clinical studies in spine surgery.
• Collaborate with key opinion leaders and clinical investigators.
• Provide expert input for complaint handling and safety evaluations.

Skills

Excellent English

Innovative mindset

Collaborative skills

Commercial understanding

Education

Medical Doctor specialised in spinal surgery or neurosurgery

Tools

Medical device industry knowledge

Job description

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We are seeking a Medical Advisor – Spine Surgery for a European orthopaedics company to support the launch of innovative spinal products. This role offers the chance to influence clinical strategy and product development, working closely with cross-functional teams and global experts.

The role presents a unique opportunity for a licensed orthopaedic spine surgeon or neurosurgeon eager to apply their clinical expertise in a medical device or pharmaceutical industry setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage clinical studies in spine surgery, including post-market research.
• Collaborate with key opinion leaders and clinical investigators
• Provide expert input for complaint handling, risk assessment, and safety evaluations
• Review and approve scientific publications, promotional materials, and labelling
• Deliver internal training to sales teams and distributors
• Offer clinical guidance and respond to medical inquiries from the field

Ideal Profile

• Medical Doctor specialised in spinal surgery or neurosurgery (or near completion)
• First-hand experience in spinal procedures
• Previous experience in the medical device industry or a strong interest in transitioning
• Excellent English communication skills and ability to engage with international experts
• Innovative, collaborative, and commercially minded
• Availability to travel to the company’s HQ and the USA a few times a year