Clinical Research Field Engineer
Syndey, Australia
Science is a clinical stage, vertically integrated technology company focused on solving some of neuroscience’s hardest questions and most serious unmet medical needs. We work to restore quality of life to those with debilitating conditions for which there are no treatment options, creating devices aimed at restoring vision, cognition, and mobility to patients who have lost it. To support progress across our industry, we provide state-of-the-art components and vertically integrated infrastructure for others to build on via Science Foundry.
The Clinical Research Field Engineer will be the company’s main representative in Australia and therefore needs to be a highly adaptable professional who combines technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills. They will be responsible for conducting all patient rehabilitation sessions, managing device-related activities, and ensuring smooth execution of clinical trial operations. The Field Engineer will be the liaison between clinics and the technical company, supporting clinical staff with training and re-education while also leading technical and anatomical discussions with physicians and healthcare professionals.
Role responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee all in-person patient rehabilitation sessions
- Maintain technical and administrative responsibility for all device-related matters
- Coordinate with clinical site staff to ensure smooth execution of trial activities including deviations and adverse events
- Interfaces and collaborate with Investigators and Clinical Operators
- Liaison between R&D, physicians and healthcare professional
- Participate in the preparation of clinical standard operating procedures, test protocols and reports in the company
Key qualifications:
- A relevant scientific degree (minimum Bachelor (with honours preferred), preferredMaster or PhD in Engineering or the Medical Sciences)
- Excellent technical understanding
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Preferred qualifications:
- Master or PhD in the Medical Sciences
- Previous experience in ophthalmology, optometry or low-vision rehabilitation
- Previous experience working with clinical trials and/or in the medical device industry
- Previous research experience in medical devices and/or ophthalmology