(Senior) Clinical Specialist

CorFlow; Firenze; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading med-tech start-up in Italy is seeking a Clinical Specialist responsible for training staff on the use of CorFlow Technology in clinical trials. The role includes proctoring during procedures and developing relationships with key opinion leaders. Candidates must have a relevant degree, experience in clinical trials or cardiac cath lab, and be fluent in both Italian and English. This full-time position offers a competitive package and opportunities for career growth.

Servizi

Competitive salary

Career opportunities in a pioneering environment

Competenze

• Relevant experience as Clinical Field Trial Specialist or similar in medical device industry.
• Experience clinically trained with cardiac catheter lab.
• Willingness to travel up to 60-80%.

Mansioni

• Deliver training for the use of CorFlow Technology.
• Provide support during clinical cases until site staff are confident.
• Engage with Key Opinion Leaders for commercial launch.
• Maintain accurate records for audits.

Conoscenze

Proven experience in proctoring

Strong organizational skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Fluent Italian

Excellent English

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in a relevant life science or healthcare field

Master's degree preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Location: Italy

Starting date: 1 December 2025 or to be decided

Company: CorFlow Therapeutics AG

The position includes a diverse set of responsibilities. As a clinical specialist you will be accountable for delivering all the training that a site requires for the safe and effective use of the technology in the clinical trial(s). In addition you will support cases during live cath lab procedures until sites are confident and safe to recruit without support. Beyond the trials, it will be foundational for the future success of the technology to forge lasting relationships with the Key Opinion Leaders, identify the next generations of cath lab leaders and build the centres of excellence in readiness for commercial launch. If you are a proactive, collaborative, service-minded, and detail-oriented individual with a passion for advancing medical research and a proven track record in either supporting clinical trials / proctoring or coming from a cardiac cath lab background then please apply!

Key responsibilities

Training and Education

• Identify (in conjunction with the site PI’s) and train the required staff in order for the site to safely use CorFlow Technology and ensure site achieves “independence to operate”.
• Identify any remedial action required for staff or centres relating to the safe use of the technology and compliance to protocol procedures.
• Maintain regular training of the appropriate staff adapting to centre requirements (staff turnover / new hires etc) on the CorFlow Technology.
• Deliver ongoing training and education to the centres on a broad range of cardiovascular topics including updates on scientific data, clinical trial updates, congress activity etc.
• Identify and prioritise local and regional meetings where CorFlow should have a presence.
• Beyond the clinical trial be accountable for new site / centre of excellence selection / training / proctoring.

Proctoring and Case Support

• Be present at initial clinical cases to supervise the site staff in the correct use of the CorFlow System in line with the CIP for our studies MOCA II / REVITALISE.
• Demonstrate that the site can be released for independent use of the study device according to the training protocol.
• Monitor the centres for compliance to trained procedure and capture any deviations to the protocol.
• Supervise / support the setup of the required site workflow to ensure study images and measurements are collected and of consistent quality.
• Provide feedback and corrective action when requested from the Core Lab in conjunction with the CRA / Site monitor.
• Maintain detailed proctoring records and documentation.
• Attend and support ongoing clinical cases to ensure consistent and safe use of the CorFlow technology.

Regulatory Requirements

• Support facilitation of internal and external audits and inspections at study sites as requested by CRA / CPM.
• Ensure accurate records are kept for audit and inspection.
• Execute the conduct of the trials within the regulatory framework.

Customer Engagement

• Ensure regular contact with Site PI’s and teams beyond clinical support – 1:1, education meetings etc.
• Identify and develop relationships with wider KOLs (established or new) beyond trial sites in preparation for commercial launch.
• Expand and grow network of clinical advocates through timely and appropriate activities.
• Leverage wider CorFlow team to support clinical activities – e.g., R&D / CEO etc.
• Identify and prioritise key centres (outside of trial sites) for early adoption and high engagement to become centres of excellence.
• Engage with key national societies (and the KOLs within them) to understand the route to market adoption.
• Act as the VOICE OF THE CUSTOMER in internal activities to keep the customer and patient at the center of our work.

Personal Development

• Ensure continual learning via all channels, journals, congresses etc.
• Stay up to date with technological and competitor developments.
• Ensure broad understanding of healthcare systems and impacts on CorFlow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant life science or healthcare field, master’s degree preferred.
• Relevant experience as Clinical Field Trial Specialist, Field Technical Specialist or similar in the medical device / pharmaceutical industry or clinically trained with cardiac catheter lab experience.
• Proven experience in proctoring / training / education.
• Fluent Italian and excellent English (able to deliver training).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 60-80% within country and potentially internationally.

Benefits

We offer a full-time contract with a competitive package and career opportunities in a pioneering start-up environment.

How to Apply

If you possess the required experience and qualifications and want the challenge of growing with our company, please submit your application via LinkedIn.

About Us

CorFlow is a Swiss med-tech start-up founded in 2016 by renowned interventional cardiologists and medical device entrepreneurs. The company recently completed a major financing round which enables the expansion of the clinical program and employee team. At CorFlow, we envision being the leader in diagnostic and therapeutic solutions for restoring healthy microvascular blood flow anywhere in the human body where a critical need exists. We are developing a medical device that assesses Microvascular Obstructions (MVO) in real-time during PCI and serves as a treatment platform while the patient is still in the cath lab. Our mission is rooted in scientific excellence and driven by compassion for the welfare of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) patients. CorFlow’s 1st generation device has been investigated in a First-in-Human multi-center European clinical trial, and CorFlow recently finished the development of the upgraded 2nd generation device which will be used in our subsequent pivotal trials. We are seeking Clinical Specialists / Senior Clinical Specialists to support our European sites for the US FDA pivotal trial and a second randomized trial being conducted exclusively in the UK and EU. Both these trials require highly motivated and talented clinical specialists to train and proctor clinical staff, maintain site recruitment, build long lasting relationships with key opinion leaders etc.

Corflow Therapeutics AG is an equal employment opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment and advancement opportunities are available to all individuals regardless of their race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for this position. It is not an exhaustive list, and duties may evolve over time based on the needs of the organization.