Job Responsibilities
* Develop and manage relationships with hospitals, clinics, eye banks, and other medical institutions to facilitate the donation of retinal tissues and other biospecimens.
* Act as the primary liaison between the research institute and external partners, including physicians, surgeons, and medical staff, to promote awareness and encourage participation in our tissue donation programs.
* Collaborate with internal teams, including research scientists and compliance officers, to ensure all donations are acquired ethically and in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
* Create and execute strategic outreach plans to expand the network of participating centres and increase the volume and variety of biospecimen donations.
* Provide education and training to external partners on donation protocols, consent processes, and the impact of their contributions on medical research.
* Monitor and report on acquisition goals, program success metrics, and partner engagement.
* Represent the institute at conferences, symposia, and meetings to promote tissue donation programs and establish new collaborations.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, donation regulations, and competitive landscape.
Your Profile
* Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, Marketing, or a related field from a University of Applied Science or a University Institution.
* 3+ years of experience as a pharmaceutical sales representative, medical sales representative, medical affairs manager, or similar role in a healthcare setting.
* Proven track record of successful relationship management and sales achievement.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to engage with diverse audiences, including medical professionals and institutional leaders.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
* Strong organizational and project management skills.
* Passion for medical research and understanding of the importance of biospecimen donation.
* Willingness to travel frequently to meet with external partners and attend industry events.
* Fluent in German and English; Swiss German would be a plus.
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