Senior Clinical Application Specialist - MCS

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Job Title: Senior Clinical Application Specialist – Microsurgery Workflow (UK Wide Travel) We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Clinical Application Specialist to join a dynamic Microsurgery team, supporting the implementation and clinical adoption of innovative technologies that enhance surgical workflow and patient outcomes across the UK. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong clinical understanding with commercial awareness and enjoys working at the intersection of healthcare innovation, stakeholder engagement, and strategic business development. About the Role As a Senior Clinical Application Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in driving the successful adoption of advanced clinical applications within microsurgery and tumour workflow environments. You will work closely with surgeons, clinical teams, and hospital decision-makers to ensure effective integration of technology into surgical practice. You will also collaborate with sales, marketing, and global product teams to support go-to-market strategies and contribute directly to revenue growth through clinical engagement and customer success. This position involves UK-wide travel, with an ideal base location in or around Manchester or Nottingham to effectively cover both northern and southern regions. Key Responsibilities Develop deep expertise in microsurgery clinical workflows and tumour treatment pathways, including ENT, Plastic Surgery, Neurosurgery, Neuropathology, and Radiotherapy applications Support clinical integration of innovative applications within surgical environments to improve workflow efficiency and patient outcomes Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, product management, and global marketing to align UK market needs with global strategy Identify, engage, and build relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), reference centres, and senior clinical stakeholders across the NHS and private healthcare sectors Support and deliver ‘Go to Market’ strategies for early adoption sites and new technology launches Provide high-level clinical application expertise to ensure successful product adoption and customer satisfaction Influence clinical and procurement decision-makers, supporting business case development and funding pathways within NHS frameworks Contribute to strategic planning and execution for Microsurgery Workflow adoption and expansion Act as a professional ambassador, representing the organisation with integrity and credibility in all customer interactions About You We are looking for a proactive, commercially aware clinical professional who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Essential Experience & Skills Background in clinical applications, clinical sales support, or commercial healthcare roles within the NHS or similar healthcare systems Strong understanding of cancer treatment workflows and surgical environments Experience within ENT, Neurosurgery, or Plastic Surgery highly desirable Commercially confident with the ability to influence clinical and non-clinical stakeholders Strong project management and/or business development capabilities Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider team Strategic thinker with a performance-driven mindset Desirable Experience Exposure to neuro-oncology or tumour workflow environments Experience with innovative or disruptive medical technologies Background in robotics, surgical imaging, or advanced clinical systems Experience engaging with KOLs and reference hospitals Qualifications Degree in Health Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Pathology, Life Sciences, or equivalent discipline Personal Attributes Self-motivated and results-driven Confident, approachable, and professional in all interactions Strong ethical standards and integrity in clinical and commercial environments Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution Collaborative mindset with strong stakeholder engagement skills About the Opportunity This is a high-impact role within a growing Microsurgery team, offering the opportunity to shape the adoption of cutting-edge clinical technologies across the UK healthcare system. You will work alongside experienced professionals within a collaborative environment, contributing directly to strategic business growth and clinical innovation. The role also offers exposure to global teams and advanced medical technologies within a leading organisation in the healthcare innovation space, including collaboration with industry leaders such as ZEISS and awareness of competitive technologies from organisations such as Leica Microsystems. Why Apply? Be part of advancing surgical innovation and improving patient outcomes Work closely with leading clinical experts and key opinion leaders across the UK Influence the adoption of next-generation microsurgery technologies Develop your career within a highly strategic and clinically driven commercial environment Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Abigail Hannaby, Charlotte Marriage, Farzana Rahman, Kate Benyon, Natarlee Lawrence, Suya Rolph