Edwards Lifesciences

Senior Specialist, Heart Failure Medical Science Liaison

NAPERVILLE, ILPosted 19 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Edwards Lifesciences

  • Job overview

    The Senior Specialist, Heart Failure Medical Science Liaison leads education and training on heart failure management to support physicians, clinicians, and patients, driving improved patient care through innovative remote management programs.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves delivering comprehensive heart failure management education, coordinating training sessions and events, supporting clinical trial enrollment and site coordination, developing training materials, collaborating with product development, and fostering relationships with healthcare providers and strategic partners.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers a base salary range of $131,000 to $186,000 depending on experience and location, performance-based incentives, and a variety of benefits programs addressing employee and family needs.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need a Bachelor's degree with 5 years or a Master's with 3 years of relevant experience, an advanced healthcare degree (e.g., DNP, MD, PhD), clinical experience, and the ability to travel up to 75%. Preferred skills include experience in developing and presenting clinical education programs.

  • Work environment and culture

    Edwards Lifesciences emphasizes innovation, patient care, and a supportive environment, with a commitment to diversity, equal opportunity, and COVID-19 vaccination for patient-facing roles.

  • Company information

    Edwards Lifesciences is a leader in structural heart patient care, pioneering technology for heart failure management to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join the Implantable Heart Failure Management team focused on clinical and commercial education and training in heart failure management.

  • Job location and travel

    The role requires up to 75% domestic and/or global travel; specific office location is not stated.

  • Application process

    Applications are accepted via the company's Careers website while the position is posted; no additional application steps are detailed.

  • Unique job features

    This role uniquely combines clinical education, product expertise, and clinical trial support in a pioneering heart failure management program with innovative remote monitoring technology.

Company overview

Edwards Lifesciences specializes in innovative medical technologies focused on heart disease treatment, particularly in structural heart disease and critical care monitoring. The company generates revenue through the development, manufacturing, and sale of heart valve systems and hemodynamic monitoring devices. Founded in 1958, Edwards Lifesciences has a rich history of pioneering advancements in heart valve therapy, including the introduction of the first commercially available heart valve. The company's commitment to patient care and innovation has established it as a leader in the medical technology industry.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your expertise in heart failure management education, clinical training, and your ability to lead comprehensive training programs for physicians and clinicians, as these are central to the Senior Specialist role at Edwards Lifesciences.

  • Emphasize experience with remote clinical management, patient care protocols, and collaboration with clinical trial teams, along with skills in developing educational materials and supporting product training for innovative heart failure devices.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Edwards Lifesciences' official careers page, LinkedIn job postings, and relevant medical science liaison job boards to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in the Implantable Heart Failure Management division or Medical Science Liaison teams at Edwards Lifesciences; use ice breakers like commenting on recent product launches, clinical trial initiatives, or expressing genuine interest in their work improving heart failure patient outcomes.

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