The NV AIS (Acute Ischemic Stroke) Clinical Technology Specialist (CTS) is responsible for introducing, supporting, and driving the clinical adoption and best practice implementation of neurovascular technologies within a defined geography or clinical focus area (e.g. ischemic and/or hemorrhagic stroke). This role plays a critical part in ensuring clinical excellence, optimizing patient pathways, and partnering closely with the in-country sales and marketing organizations to support the broader business objectives and fuel future growth.
Serve as a clinical expert in neurovascular procedures, with a focus on training and supporting internal teams and customers to achieve best-in-class clinical outcomes.
Partner with sales teams to identify strategic accounts and develop tailored clinical strategies to drive adoption of neurovascular technologies.
Facilitate physician in-service presentations, stroke simulation trainings, workshops, and clinical education sessions in line with regional and EMEA medical education strategies.
Lead development of clinical protocols and best practice sharing across target accounts, including referral center engagement and patient pathway optimization.
Support the opening and development of new thrombectomy centers or key clinical programs by designing and delivering tailored education and support.
Build and maintain strong relationships with KOLs and rising star physicians to support the clinical positioning of Stryker’s neurovascular portfolio.
Channel clinical insights and trends to the Marketing and Education teams to inform strategy and innovation.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to support Voice of Customer (VOC) and Medical Advisory Board (MAB) activities.
Required:
6+ years of experience in medical device clinical support, sales, marketing or education roles
English and Polish full professional proficiency
Track record of successful cross-functional collaboration with sales, marketing, and medical education
Preferred:
Undergraduate degree, technical or medical background
Advanced degree in a medical or technical field
Strong clinical expertise in the neurovascular field, including stroke care pathways
Experience in introducing and supporting innovative medical technologies