Clinical Training & Educational Specialist

BiVACOR; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA & FSA

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Generous paid time off

Job summary

BiVACOR seeks a Clinical Training & Education Specialist to own the full training lifecycle, from curriculum design to LMS integration and compliance tracking. You will translate complex clinical concepts into clear e-learning experiences for investigation sites worldwide.

You will design curricula, manage LMS content, coordinate global training across time zones, and partner with clinical and engineering teams to ensure material aligns with site protocols and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Life Sciences, Education, Instructional Design, or related field.
• 3–5+ years in clinical education or training program management in medical devices/pharma.
• Hands-on LMS administration experience with Docebo, Cornerstone, or Veeva Vault.
• Proficiency with e-learning tools such as Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate.
• Familiarity with ICH-GCP, FDA IDE regulations, and GCP training for investigational studies.
• Exposure to mechanical circulatory support, cardiac surgery, or implantable devices is a plus.
• Creative problem-solver with strong written and stakeholder skills.
• Comfort coordinating across global time zones for a scaling program.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain clinical training curricula for investigational site staff globally.
• Build and manage LMS content, including assessments and completion tracking.
• Develop LMS backend infrastructure and support rollout of training modules.
• Schedule and coordinate training sessions across time zones for site initiation and ongoing education.
• Create training materials including quick-reference guides and video content.
• Track site staff training compliance and elevate gaps to Sr. Clinical Research Manager.
• Collaborate with Field Clinical Specialists and Biomedical Engineers to align content with protocols.

Skills

Nursing or Life Sciences

Instructional Design

LMS Administration

E-learning Tools

Global Training Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Life Sciences, Education, Instructional Design, or related field

Tools

Docebo

Cornerstone

Veeva Vault Training

Articulate 360

Adobe Captivate

Job description

Clinical Training & Educational Specialist

Huntington Beach

Employment Type: Full time

Location Type: On-site

Department: Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Affairs

Compensation

• $90,892
• Offers Equity
• Offers Bonus

Help Us Build the Future of the Human Heart.

At BiVACOR, we're developing the world's most advanced total artificial heart, a technology capable of saving millions of lives around the world. We're a team united by purpose, working on something truly unprecedented. Every curriculum you build, every training module you launch, and every site team you equip plays a direct role in giving patients another shot at life. If that's the kind of work that gets you out of bed in the morning, we think you belong here.

About the Role

This is a high-impact, creative role at the intersection of clinical science and education, where your expertise will directly shape how investigational site teams around the world learn to support patients receiving the BiVACOR Total Artificial Heart. As Clinical Training & Education Specialist, you will own the full training lifecycle from curriculum design and LMS infrastructure through to compliance tracking and content refresh. You will bring instructional design expertise, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for translating complex clinical and technical concepts into clear, effective learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain clinical training curricula for investigational site staff globally
• Build and manage content within the Learning Management System (LMS), including assessments and completion tracking
• Develop and maintain the LMS backend infrastructure and support rollout of training modules
• Schedule and coordinate training sessions across time zones for site initiation and ongoing education
• Develop training materials including quick-reference guides and video content
• Track site staff training compliance and elevate gaps to the Sr. Clinical Research Manager
• Collaborate with Field Clinical Specialists and Biomedical Engineers to align training content with field protocols

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Life Sciences, Education, Instructional Design, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• 3-5+ years of experience in clinical education, instructional design, or training program management in a medical device, pharmaceutical, or clinical research environment
• Hands-on experience administering and building within an LMS platform (e.g. Docebo, Cornerstone, Veeva Vault Training, or similar)
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g. Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate) and video production for training content
• Familiarity with ICH-GCP, FDA IDE regulations, and GCP training compliance requirements for investigational device studies
• Prior exposure to mechanical circulatory support, cardiac surgery, or implantable device programs is an advantage
• Can-do attitude - creative problem-solver - strong written communication and stakeholder collaboration skills
• Comfortable coordinating across global time zones and supporting a rapidly scaling clinical program

What We Offer

BiVACOR offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

• 401(k) with company matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance & Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off

This role may be based at BiVACOR's Huntington Beach headquarters. The expected salary range for this position based in Huntington Beach California is $90,892 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below. Relocation benefits are not available for this posting.

BiVACOR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.