Clinical Research Specialist

Overview

Clinical Research Specialist — The Clinical Research Specialist in the Collaborative Clinical Research team will collaborate with research partners to design and implement post market clinical studies on AB products to improve outcomes in hearing technologies, further the clinical science of cochlear implants and enhance awareness and market acceptance of Advanced Bionics products. Valencia, CA – Hybrid.

Clinical Research Specialist — The Clinical Research Specialist in the Collaborative Clinical Research team will collaborate with research partners to design and implement post market clinical studies on AB products to improve outcomes in hearing technologies, further the clinical science of cochlear implants and enhance awareness and market acceptance of Advanced Bionics products.

• Design and implementation of clinical studies on AB products consistent with Global Clinical Research strategies to confirm safety/efficacy and investigate particular features of AB technology
• Establish relationships with clinicians on a scientific level and communicate results internally and externally
• Execution of clinical studies, including: contracts, insurance, ethical approvals, competent authority approvals (if applicable to study), study documentation, clinical staff training, site initiation on-site monitoring, complete and timely review of site and clinical trial data, appropriate data reporting, study close-out visits, coordination/support of study results for publications, abstracts, poster presentations at scientific conferences
• Development of a high level of professional scientific, technical, clinical and regulatory clinical expertise through familiarity with relevant literature by attending scientific meetings, and by interacting with various experts or institutions
• Training of investigators, clinic staff and AB field staff, where required

Travelling Requirement: 30%

• Required:
  
  Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Audiology and a minimum of 5 years of experience in cochlear implants or a closely related industry;
  Preferred:
  Doctorate in Audiology and experience in regulatory clinical research.
• Required:
  
  Strong knowledge of medical terminology, clinical study design, regulatory compliance for clinical research trials, and statistical techniques for data analysis;
  Preferred:
  Expertise in cochlear implant and/or hearing aid signal processing, clinical fitting concepts, and experience in regulated medical or laboratory environments.
• Required:
  
  Results-driven self-starter with strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Required:
  
  Demonstrated credibility and professionalism, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional and remote teams and communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
• Required:
  
  Proficiency in English and Microsoft Office;
  Preferred:
  Proficiency in German and/or Spanish and experience using statistical software.

A minimum of 200

Mb/sec download and 10

Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova.

Don’t meet all the criteria? If you’re willing to go all in and learn we'd love to hear from you!

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• Medical, dental and vision coverage*
• Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
• Tele Health options
• 401k plan with company match*
• Company paid life/ad&D insurance
• Additional supplemental life/ad&D coverage available
• Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
• STD LTD Buy-ups available
• Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Legal/ Assistance
• PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays*
• Paid…