Clinical Specialist - North Central

Coloplast A/S; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerecis seeks a Clinical Specialist to support field sales initiatives, lead external medical education programs, and recruit/engage KOLs. The role is part of the Medical Affairs team and focuses on clinical education, regulatory collaboration, and data-driven insights for internal/external stakeholders.

The position allows for home-office or office-based work and reports to the Clinical Specialist Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in lifesciences, medicalsciences, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in medical education or related roles within the biotechnology or medical device industry, specifically in wound care
• Clinical background (RN, NP, PA, or equivalent) in medical devices, biologics, or wound care
• Strong project management skills with the ability to deliver results on time
• Knowledge of medical device regulations, compliance requirements, and industry guidelines
• Familiarity with clinical research processes
• Proficiency in data analysis and scientific documentation
• Advanced degree from an accredited college or university in lifesciences, medicalsciences, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical expertise and support to field sales teams
• Train sales personnel on product knowledge, clinical applications, and evidence-based practices related to Kerecis products
• Conduct product demonstrations and educate healthcare professionals on the benefits and usage of our medical devices
• Build and maintain relationships with key healthcare professionals and stakeholders
• Recruit and cultivate relationships with KOLs and healthcare professionals to support external educational initiatives and clinical research programs
• Lead the development and execution of external medical education programs, creating scientific materials, presentations, and training modules
• Provide clinical support at conferences and educational events, ensuring healthcare professionals receive comprehensive information about Kerecis products
• Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and clinical affairs, to align and execute on medical education and engagement initiatives
• Assist in the preparation and submission of regulatory documents pertinent to medical education initiatives
• Digest clinical research and effectively communicate key insights to internal stakeholders and external partners

Skills

Clinical education

KOL recruitment

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in lifesciences/medical sciences or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

The Clinical Specialist at Kerecis plays a crucial role in supporting our field sales initiatives and external medical education efforts. This position is part of the Medical Affairs team and concentrates on KOL recruitment and development, while also fostering peer-to-peer engagement.

The Clinical Specialist is located either in a home office or a Kerecis office and reports directly to the Clinical Specialist Manager.

Field Sales Support

• Provide clinical expertise and support to field sales teams
• Assist in training sales personnel on product knowledge, clinical applications, and evidence-based practices related to Kerecis products
• Conduct product demonstrations and educate healthcare professionals on the benefits and usage of our medical devices

Customer Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key healthcare professionals and stakeholders
• Recruit and cultivate relationships with KOLs and healthcare professionals to support external educational initiatives and clinical research programs

External Medical Education

• Lead the development and execution of external medical education programs, creating scientific materials, presentations, and training modules
• Provide clinical support at conferences and educational events, ensuring that healthcare professionals receive comprehensive information about Kerecis products and their applications
• Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and clinical affairs, to align and execute on medical education and engagement initiatives

Compliance and Regulatory Affairs

• Assist in the preparation and submission of regulatory documents pertinent to medical education initiatives

Data Analysis and Communication

• Demonstrate an aptitude for digesting clinical research and effectively communicate key insights to internal stakeholders and external partners

Anticipatedtravel:comply with applicable laws and regulations, the Advamed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals, and company policies.

Bachelor's degreefrom an accredited college or universityinlifesciences,medicalsciences, or a related field

• ~5+ years of experience in medical education or related roles within the biotechnology or medical device industry, specifically in wound care
• ~ Clinical background (RN, NP, PA, or equivalent) in medical devices, biologics, or wound care
• ~ Strong project management skills with the ability to deliver results on time
• ~ Knowledge of medical device regulations, compliance requirements, and industry guidelines
• ~ Familiarity with clinical research processes
• ~ Proficiencyin data analysis and scientific documentation
• ~ Advanced degree from an accredited college or universityinlifesciences,medicalsciences, or a related field preferred

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