Dental Clinical Specialist

BIOLASE, Inc.; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BIOLASE, Inc. in Foothill Ranch, CA 92610 is seeking a Clinical Research & R&D professional to advance laser dentistry through clinical studies and evidence-based applications for laser devices.

You will design and oversee studies evaluating safety and efficacy, train clinicians in laser protocols, ensure data integrity, and support regulatory submissions for FDA and EU MDR while collaborating with R&D to optimize laser parameters.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Nursing, Biological Sciences, or a related field.
• 1-3+ years of experience in clinical research, preferably in medical device studies.
• Prior experience with laser systems or energy-based devices is highly preferred.
• Exposure to dental or oral healthcare applications is a strong advantage.
• Ability to manage, review, and ensure integrity of clinical data

Responsibilities

• Design, conduct, and oversee clinical studies evaluating safety and efficacy of dental laser systems.
• Train dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants on laser clinical protocols and procedures.
• Ensure competency and consistency across users.
• Support clinical sites in device setup, calibration, workflow integration and standardized procedures.
• Collaborate with R&D to optimize laser parameters and develop documentation for regulatory submissions

Skills

Clinical research experience

Laser systems experience

Dental healthcare exposure

Verbal and written communication

Data integrity management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Nursing, Biological Sciences, or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $110,000.00 Salary/year, Role Overview:

Focuses on advancing laser dentistry through clinical research by optimizing laser parameters and developing new evidence-based applications for laser devices. Emphasizes the validation of safety and efficacy, clinician training, regulatory compliance, and rigorous data analysis. These roles serve as a critical bridge between R&D engineering and clinical practice.

Clinical Research & R&D Responsibilities – Dental Laser Applications

• Design, conduct, and oversee clinical studies evaluating the safety and efficacy of dental laser systems in applications such as wound healing and periodontal therapy.
• Train dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants on:
  • Laser clinical protocols
  • Laser soft tissue procedures including bacterial reduction and gingival contouring.
• Ensure competency and consistency across users.
• Support clinical sites in achieving operational proficiency, including:
  • Device setup and calibration
  • Workflow integration
  • Standardization of procedures to ensure reproducible outcomes
• Partner with R&D engineering teams to:
  • Optimize laser parameters (power, pulse duration, frequency)
• Develop technical documentation and clinical evidence to support:
  • FDA 510(k) submissions and Premarket Approval (PMA)
  • EU MDR compliance
  • Demonstrate strong understanding of: Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ISO 14155

Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Nursing, Biological Sciences, or a related field required.
• Experience:
  • 1-3+ years of experience in clinical research, preferably in medical device studies.
  • Prior experience with laser systems or energy-based devices is highly preferred.
  • Exposure to dental or oral healthcare applications is a strong advantage.
  • Ability to manage, review, and ensure integrity of clinical data
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills:
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to effectively collaborate with: Clinicians. Researchers, Engineering teams, Study participants