Clinical Education Manager EMEA, Ortho

Align Technology; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Align Technology in Amsterdam seeks a Clinical Education Manager EMEA, Ortho to lead the design, delivery, and optimization of orthodontic education programs across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The role partners with regional commercial teams, KOLs, and internal stakeholders to ensure evidence-based, outcome-driven education.

You will drive learning effectiveness, manage budgets, and leverage digital tools to scale education across EMEA, including face-to-face and virtual formats, with

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of professional experience, including at least 4 years in education or clinical roles.
• Experience in Medical Education field or with a DDS degree or equivalent.
• Fluent English; additional European or Middle Eastern languages are a strong plus.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Strong pedagogic skills and knowledge of adult learning methodologies.
• Ability to translate clinical evidence into education and link outcomes to KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and optimize EMEA orthodontic education programs across traditional and digital workflows.
• Deliver high-quality face-to-face and virtual education, including lectures, hands-on workshops, and blended learning.
• Define learning objectives and measure educational effectiveness against business KPIs.
• Track, analyze, and report learning outcomes; optimize content based on feedback and evidence.
• Manage relationships with KOLs, stakeholders, and speakers; coordinate speaker training and content alignment.
• Coordinate budgets and timelines using structured project management approaches; leverage digital tools for delivery and insights.

Skills

Education program design

Clinical education

Presentation skills

Pedagogic skills

Project management

Budget management

Digital literacy

Cross-cultural communication

Stakeholder management

Travel willingness

Education

DDS degree or equivalent

Medical Education experience

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

The Clinical Education Manager EMEA, Ortho is responsible for the design, delivery, and continuous optimization of high‑impact clinical education programs aligned with regional business objectives. This role ensures the development of best‑in‑class orthodontic education across traditional and digital workflows, driving clinical excellence, customer adoption, and measurable business outcomes.

The role partners closely with regional and local commercial teams, KOLs, external speakers, and internal stakeholders to deliver scalable, evidence‑based, and outcome‑driven education across EMEA.

Role Expectations

Clinical Education Strategy & Delivery

• Design, implement, and execute EMEA orthodontic education programs covering diagnosis and treatment planning using traditional and digital orthodontic solutions
• Deliver high‑quality face‑to‑face and virtual education, including lectures, hands‑on workshops, and blended learning experiences
• Ensure education programs are clinically relevant, evidence‑based, and adapted to regional market needs
• Apply modern learning methodologies and pedagogic principles to maximize learner engagement and retention

Learning Effectiveness & Outcomes

• Define clear learning objectives and implement assessment methodologies to measure educational effectiveness
• Track, analyze, and report learning outcomes and performance metrics, linking education impact to business KPIs
• Continuously optimize educational content and formats based on feedback, data insights, and evolving clinical evidence

Stakeholder, KOL & Faculty Management

• Build strong clinical relationships with key clinical stakeholders across EMEA
• Support speaker training, content alignment, and presentation excellence

Clinical & Business Insight

• Critically read, analyze, and interpret clinical evidence, translating scientific data into practical educational content.
• Define and manage content localization and market prioritization strategies, balancing clinical impact, budget constraints, and regional capabilities across EMEA.
• Interpret business and performance data to inform education strategy and prioritization
• Align education initiatives with regional commercial objectives, customer journeys, and product strategies

Program Management & Budget Ownership

• Manage education budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and ROI
• Coordinate timelines, resources, and cross‑functional inputs using structured project management approaches

Digital Enablement

• Leverage digital tools and platforms to deliver scalable education across EMEA
• Actively use and optimize platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Microsoft Office, and Power BI for delivery, reporting, and insights
• Support the evolution of digital and hybrid education models

What We're Looking For

• 6-10 years of professional experience, including at least 4 years’ experience working in an education, product specialist or clinical specialist role
• Experience in Medical Education field and/or DDS degree or equivalent
• Solid understanding of both traditional and digital orthodontic workflows
• Fluent English (written and spoken); additional European or Middle Eastern languages are a strong plus
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
• Strong pedagogic skills and knowledge of adult learning methodologies
• Results‑driven mindset, with experience assessing and reporting learning outcomes
• Strong coaching skills, particularly with stakeholders, speakers, and KOLs
• Ability to critically analyze clinical literature and translate evidence into education
• Ability to interpret business data and connect education initiatives to commercial impact
• Proven ability to align education programs with business objectives and KPIs
• Strong project management and budget planning capabilities
• High digital literacy, including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, and PBI
• Ability to balance clinical credibility, educational excellence, and business impact
• Strong cross‑cultural communication skills in a complex EMEA environment
• Experience working in a regional or international (EMEA) role preferred
• Strategic mindset with hands‑on execution capability
• Passion for education, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Willing to travel

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