Senior Clinical Specialist

Senior Clinical Specialist – Medical Device (Cardiovascular)

Location: UK

Travel: 60–80% (domestic and international)

Our client is a pioneering company in cardiovascular medical technology. They are seeking aSenior Clinical Specialistto support ongoing clinical studies and the broader implementation of their innovative therapeutic device. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in cardiac catheterization labs, clinical research, or medical device field support who are passionate about advancing healthcare and improving patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Education

• Collaborate with site Principal Investigators to train staff on the safe and effective use of our client’s technology, ensuring sites become fully operational.
• Identify training gaps and provide remedial education to uphold safety and protocol compliance.
• Deliver ongoing educational support tailored to each center, addressing staff turnover and new hires.
• Present updates on cardiovascular science, clinical trial progress, and related congress activities.
• Represent our client at relevant local and regional meetings.
• Oversee training and onboarding for new centres as part of future expansion and center-of-excellence development.

Proctoring & Clinical Case Support

• Provide on-site proctoring during initial clinical cases to ensure proper device usage in accordance with clinical investigational plans.
• Evaluate when sites are ready for independent operation based on training completion.
• Monitor procedural adherence and collect data on protocol deviations.
• Guide clinical teams in setting up workflows that ensure consistent data and imaging quality, coordinating with CRAs and Core Labs as needed.
• Maintain thorough proctoring documentation and provide continued clinical support where required.

Regulatory & Compliance Support

• Support internal and external audits and inspections at study sites.
• Ensure complete and accurate record-keeping aligned with regulatory standards.
• Adhere to local and international regulatory frameworks throughout clinical trial execution.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain ongoing relationships with site PIs and clinical teams beyond procedural support.
• Identify and nurture key opinion leaders (KOLs), both within and outside current trial sites, in preparation for broader commercial adoption.
• Develop and expand a network of clinical advocates through education and strategic engagement.
• Leverage cross-functional collaboration with internal teams including R&D, leadership, and clinical operations.
• Identify high-potential centres for early technology adoption and future designation as centres of excellence.
• Engage with national societies and KOLs to inform strategic market entry.
• Serve as thevoice of the customer, ensuring patient and clinician needs remain central to internal decision-making.

Professional Development

• Commit to continuous learning through scientific journals, congresses, and professional education.
• Stay informed on industry developments, including competitive technologies.
• Build a strong understanding of regional healthcare systems and market dynamics relevant to our client’s technology.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, or related healthcare field (Master’s preferred).
• Clinical experience in cardiac catheterization labs or as a Field Clinical Specialist in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven background in proctoring, training, and education.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, independent, and collaborative environment.
• Willingness to travel extensively (up to 80%) within the region and internationally.