Senior Field Clinical Research Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Netherlands, +4 more countries.

📋 Description

• Provide on-ground support for clinical research projects, which includes site selection, activation, protocol establishment, training, participant recruitment, case assistance, quality data collection, and study completion.

• Maintain regular communication with principal investigators, sub-investigators, and research coordinators through email, phone calls, and in-person visits.

• Keep up-to-date knowledge of clinical sites within a designated geographic region and evaluate the interests and capabilities of investigators.

• Liaise with internal clinical trial leaders regarding the progress and performance of various studies.

• Assist in the allocation, distribution, and reconciliation of devices.

• Support the effective execution of assigned clinical studies in compliance with regulations, guidelines, and policies.

• Collaborate with Monitoring, Data Management, Research & Development, Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, and Clinical teams.

• Identify and address quality risks and issues, ensuring follow-up and resolution of site-related challenges.

• Utilize SOPs and study management procedures to guide daily study activities.

• Engage in training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills.

• Assist with monitoring activities conducted by Contract Research Organizations and core laboratories.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of clinical research/clinical experience OR an advanced degree with 2 years of clinical research/clinical experience.

• Fluent in English, demonstrating excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Proficiency in additional European languages is preferred.

• Strong prioritization and organizational skills.

• Problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Willingness to travel up to 75% primarily within Europe.

• Experience in working with or managing clinical devices, especially in catheterization laboratories, biomedical engineering, or clinical settings is valued.

• Training in cardiovascular or cardiac rhythm management devices, or experience in medical sales is appreciated.

• Background in the medical device industry is valuable.

• Experience in clinical studies and/or trial site management and protocols is advantageous.

• Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory standards for clinical trials is a plus.

• Professional certification in clinical research, such as CCRP, CCRC, or an equivalent qualification, is beneficial.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary along with a flexible benefits package.

• Short-term incentive program known as the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

• A comprehensive array of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support individuals at every stage of their career and life.