Senior Surgical Specialist, Gene Therapy Delivery, CNS
Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. (AskBio)
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • Massachusetts, Ohio • 🇺🇸 United States
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Senior
About the role
- Support surgical delivery of AskBio gene therapies at participating neurosurgical sites in Europe, collaborating with Surgical Site PIs to execute safe and effective gene therapies aligned to study protocols and CNS Gene Therapy Team trainings
- Assist CNS Gene Therapy Delivery Team in formulating and instituting educational programs for surgeons and operating room staff at selected surgical sites regarding CNS gene therapy delivery methods and technologies
- Support development of efficient site-specific surgical workflows for delivery of CNS gene therapies
- Create, update, and deploy educational modules and materials alongside CNS Gene Therapy leadership
- Facilitate the coordination and implementation of novel medical devices, methods, and imaging protocols to advance surgical safety during gene therapy delivery
- Deliver training to Neurosurgical PIs, providing technical input on surgical delivery aspects during CNS Gene Therapy procedures
- Assist in identifying and evaluating future neurosurgical sites and investigators to participate in AskBio CNS gene therapy trials
- Build and maintain relationships with site PIs and other neurosurgical KOLs
- Attend neurosurgical procedures to support AskBio gene therapy studies and provide feedback to AskBio teams regarding the quality of site personnel and the deployment of technologies and surgical procedures at specific sites
- Support Senior Director with clinical evaluation of novel gene therapy devices
- Collect and study information about new and existing products and share learnings with clinical team members
- Work on internal integrated product teams (IPTs) to support the development of new devices and procedures and provide technical support to AskBio Team members
- Ensure consistent practices with the highest ethical standards in compliance with internal SOPs, local laws and regulations
- Maintain expertise and continuing clinical and technical proficiency in product use that goes beyond features and benefits, focusing also on design, development, and clinical application
- Follow developments and trends in the scientific literature and foster relationships with external experts to gain strategic insights into further development of AskBio programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in science, nursing, biomedical engineering or related field with 8+ years’ relevant work experience OR Master’s degree in science, nursing, biomedical engineering or related field with 6+ years’ relevant work experience
- Experience working with neurosurgical device(s)
- Familiarity with brain imaging modalities (MRI and CT)
- Expertise in partnering effectively with surgeons and staff in an operating room environment
- Strong instructional abilities with the capacity to train medical personnel on new techniques and technologies in a surgical environment
- Excellent relationship building skills across various levels and functions of an organization or site including nursing, medical, and surgical colleagues
- Ability to work both independently and as a trusted, supportive team member in a dynamic environment
- Must be willing to travel (domestically & internationally) greater than 50% with travel schedule fluctuating based on clinical trial enrollments and program needs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
- Remote work options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
gene therapysurgical deliveryneurosurgical devicesbrain imaging modalitiesMRICTeducational program developmentsurgical workflow developmentclinical evaluationtechnical support
Soft skills
instructional abilitiesrelationship buildingindependent workteam collaborationcommunication skillstraining capacitysupportive team memberdynamic environment adaptabilityfeedback provisionstrategic insights
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree