Field Clinical Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a Field Clinical Specialist to support the use of the Layer 7 device in clinical research studies. Key responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, assisting in clinical experimental design, managing data collection, troubleshooting technical issues, and preparing presentations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including neuroscientists, neurosurgeons, engineers, and electrophysiologists to manage and oversee the clinical research use of the Layer 7 Device, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with study protocols.
• Aid in the clinical experimental design, preparatory work, systematic collection, documentation, and analysis of clinical data, including patient perspectives and device performance metrics, to support research initiatives.
• Aid in the development and training for clinical staff regarding the surgical workflow for placement, use and removal of the device.
• Act as a point of contact for troubleshooting technical issues, providing timely resolutions to maintain signal fidelity and data collection ability.
• Prepare and present polished results to internal and external collaborators in a timely fashion.
• Relay insights to the greater team for system/process evolution, feature development, and study improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in mechanical, electrical or biomedical engineering, neuroscience, biology or related fields.
• OR at least 7 years of clinical experience in neurosurgery or neurocritical care.
• 2+ years' experience in a field support role or a similar position within a medical device company, preferably in clinical device research context.
• Strong understanding of neuroscience and functional cortical organization, basic neurosurgery concepts, hardware, electronics and software applications.
• Strong understanding of the scientific method and engineering first principles.
• Experience with or an understanding of good clinical practice (GCP) and FDA guidelines.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills plus a good sense in scientific presentation, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Self-starter with proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, work effectively on tight timelines, and adapt to changing priorities.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of medical devices and patient care involved in the neuromonitoring or extraoperative care setting, including monitoring systems, infusion pumps, drains and ventilators.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or above in mechanical, electrical or biomedical engineering, neuroscience, biology or related fields.
• OR at least 7 years of clinical experience in neurosurgery or neurocritical care.
• 2+ years' experience in a field support role or a similar position within a medical device company, preferably in clinical device research context.
• Strong understanding of neuroscience and functional cortical organization, basic neurosurgery concepts, hardware, electronics and software applications.
• Strong understanding of the scientific method and engineering first principles.
• Experience with or an understanding of good clinical practice (GCP) and FDA guidelines.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills plus a good sense in scientific presentation, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Self-starter with proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, work effectively on tight timelines, and adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits

This position offers a unique opportunity to drive innovation in the field of neurotechnology. It is based in our Manhattan office or could be remote based on site locations, and involves up to 70% travel.

Pay

The actual base salary offered is determined by a number of variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of residence and/or place of employment.

Schedule

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