Surgeon Training Manager, Professional Education MFX
Cambridge, MA - USA
Job Summary
Tissiums technology is based on research and intellectual property from the laboratories of Professor Robert Langer (MIT) and Professor Jeffrey M. Karp (Brigham and Womens Hospital) who co-founded the company with Christophe Bancel (CEO) and Maria Pereira (Deputy CEO & Chief Innovation Officer).
We are developing polymers for atraumatic tissue repair in various applications. Today these polymers are used for sutureless nerve repair hernia repair and cardiovascular sealing.
Since our inception we have raised a total of 170 million euros. Our latest fundraising round which concluded in April 2023 resulted in 50 million euros in additional funding. This infusion of capital provides us with the necessary resources to finance the commercialization of our first products.
The Surgeon Training Manager Professional Education supports the Professional Education team in designing and delivering the surgeon training curriculum for Tissium products ensuring surgeons and OR staff are trained to proficiency on safe and effective surgical technique. This role covers the full training lifecycle needs assessment curriculum design content development delivery and competency validation and organizes training events and cadaveric labs. It works in close collaborative partnership with Clinical Affairs to align training with field needs stopping short of participation in clinical trial execution investigator support protocol training or field monitoring.
Support the design and delivery of surgeon and OR staff training curricula on the safe and effective surgical technique for implanting Coaptium Connect products.
Partner with Sales Marketing and Clinical Affairs teams to align training programs with product adoption goals across health systems and surgical centers.
Plan organize and execute surgeon training events hands-on workshops and cadaveric labs.
Support initial implantation cases as needed in facilities both inside and outside existing sales territories to ensure successful surgeon training and adoption.
Support the development and maintenance of high-quality training curricula and materials surgical technique guides presentations videos assessments simulation content.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with training faculty key surgeons and hospital education staff.
Collect training and curriculum feedback from surgeons faculty and Clinical Affairs field staff and relay relevant input to R&D Marketing and Quality teams.
Track training completion competency validation and program utilization metrics; report on training program effectiveness.
Ensure all training activities comply with applicable regulations quality standards and company policies governing HCP interactions.
Support the identification and development of key opinion leaders (KOLs) and clinical faculty as training program contributors.
Bachelors degree in life sciences biomedical engineering education instructional design or a related field required; advanced degree a plus.
Experience supporting the design and delivery of surgical training curricula or clinical/professional education programs in the medical device industry ideally with surgical or implantable products.
Instructional design experience (curriculum development adult learning principles competency-based training) strongly preferred; OR experience or clinical background (surgical technologist OR nurse clinical/biomedical specialist) a plus.
Demonstrated ability to support curriculum design and coach surgeons faculty and clinical teams on complex surgical techniques.
Willingness and ability to travel extensively including internationally to support training events cadaveric labs and initial surgeon cases where local sales support is not yet established (up to 60% travel).
Clinical Expertise strong understanding of surgical procedures and OR protocols with credibility to train and support surgeons.
Teaching & Coaching able to support the design and delivery of effective training programs for varied clinical audiences.
Instructional Design familiarity with curriculum development adult learning theory and competency-based training design.
Communication excellent interpersonal and presentation skills; builds trust and rapport with surgeons and hospital stakeholders.
Attention to Detail produces accurate high-quality training materials and documentation.
Compliance Mindset prioritizes ethical conduct and regulatory adherence in all HCP interactions and training activities.
Reports to: Director Professional Education
Thrive in a stimulating environment with a work culture that values urgency a willingness to take risks a passion for learning the ability to challenge the status quo and the agility to operate in a dynamic setting.
Grow your career: At TISSIUM we invest in our people through tailored training and professional development programs. We believe in offering diverse learning methods to help each team member flourish in their career journey.
Be part of an ambitious start-up tackling one of the most persistent medical challenges since the advent of surgical procedures.
Work with purpose: Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) principles have been embedded in our business model from the very beginning. As we grow strengthening and advancing our ESG strategy and commitments remains a top priority.
Join a truly international team: Collaborate with colleagues from over 19 nationalities reflecting TISSIUMs commitment to diversity and the strength it brings to our work.
First interview with Talent Acquisition manager
Second interview with the Hiring manager
Final Interview on-site to assess the culture fit with the HR Team
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We believe that building an inclusive company starts with a diverse team. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to equal opportunity and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind including on the basis of gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation origin family situation age beliefs disability health status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Our recruitment process is designed to be simple transparent and conversation-driven. We prioritize human interaction and ensure that every application is reviewed carefully and fairly.
About Company
Founded in 2013, Tissium is a fast-moving medical device company dedicated to developing innovative tissue reconstruction solutions.We leverage our technology platforms to develop new innovative solutions in surgery for a positive impact on patients' lives. We are headquartered in Par ... View more