Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices (Healthcare & Medical)
Cochlear is the global market leader in implant hearing solutions. Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. A Cochlear Implant is an electronic device that is surgically implanted under the skin near the ear that restores hearing to those who suffer from severe hearing loss. It's an incredible piece of engineering and the only product in the world that restores a sense through technology. Imagine using your experience to help people around the world to hear again. We can offer a unique opportunity to join Cochlear, an iconic Australian company, leading the world in implantable hearing solutions.
The Opportunity Cochlear is thrilled to announce two newly created Director of Clinical Portfolio Strategy roles in our Sydney office - one focusing on Sound Processors and Connected Care and the other on Cochlear Implants, Surgery, and Cochlear Health.
If you're passionate about transforming lives through innovative hearing solutions and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!
In these pivotal roles, you will lead a talented team of Clinical Development Managers and Clinical Research Audiologists.
Reporting to the Director of Clinical Design and Strategies, you will shape our clinical evidence strategies and ensure that our product portfolios meet the highest standards of innovation and efficacy.
Responsibilities include: Lead a High-Performing Team: Inspire and manage a talented team to develop and implement innovative clinical evidence strategies, study designs, and documentation for Cochlear's diverse product portfolios.Drive Clinical Expertise: Leverage your clinical and scientific knowledge to identify unmet needs, shaping commercial solutions and strategic initiatives that make a real impact.Collaborate for Success: Partner closely with commercial and R&D teams to ensure our evidence strategies align with business objectives and regulatory standards, optimising product design and market access.Innovate with Emerging Technologies: Play a crucial role in integrating cutting-edge technologies that enhance candidate access to hearing care and elevate patient experiences.Steer Clinical Evidence Strategy: Take charge of the short- to mid-term Clinical Evidence Strategy and Plan (CESP) for the Product and Services Plan (PSP), driving excellence across our portfolio.Foster a Culture of Collaboration: Build and nurture strong partnerships across the organisation, promoting cross-functional teamwork to achieve common goals.Develop Comprehensive Strategies: Oversee the creation of a robust evidence strategy that aligns with business objectives, ensuring a clear pathway to success for the portfolio area.Drive Portfolio Planning: Lead the strategic planning and execution of the overall portfolio, ensuring seamless integration of all clinical initiatives.Communicate with Clarity: Articulate clinical plans and strategies effectively to stakeholders, fostering alignment and understanding throughout the organisation.What makes this opportunity unique? Cross-Organisational Exposure: This role offers invaluable exposure to various facets of the organisation, bridging commercial needs with product features and aligning them within a strategic framework.Strategic Influence: Engage with strategy at multiple levels, connecting with key stakeholders across departments.Central Role in Project Development: Act as a critical link between all projects and the clinical team, ensuring that insights and strategies flow seamlessly and that clinical considerations are integrated into product development.Visibility and Impact: Enjoy high visibility within the organisation, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on our product offerings and drive innovation in hearing care.Collaborative Environment: Work closely with diverse teams, enhancing your network and fostering collaborative relationships that are essential for strategic execution.About You: As we grow our operations, we are looking for people who share our passion for delivering quality hearing solutions to our customers. To add value to Cochlear in this role, you'll be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:
Educational Background: You hold a Bachelor's degree or higher in a scientific or healthcare discipline. A PhD or tertiary qualification in Audiology, or experience in a hearing care setting or industry, is highly desirable.Clinical Expertise: You bring approximately 10 years of experience in clinical research within the medical device sector or a relevant field.Leadership Experience: You have demonstrated ability in managing people, leading globally dispersed clinical research teams in pharmaceuticals or medical devices.Regulatory Knowledge: You possess a thorough understanding of the international device development process, including strong familiarity with Medical Device and Clinical regulations.Communication Skills: You are a clear and effective communicator, with well-developed report and technical writing skills.If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.
How we recognise your contribution: We want Cochlear to be a place where our people truly enjoy coming to work. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel valued and supported.
At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential.
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