Principal Field Clinical Lead

Abbott

. Manage and develop strategic relationships with clinical trial sites, investigators, and research teams .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $99,300 - $198,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing clinical trial execution, including site identification, enrollment strategies, and procedural training for advanced cardiovascular procedures. Possesses strong leadership, communication, and project management skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and support physician relationships.

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Clinical Research ExperienceTAVI/TAVR Procedure KnowledgePhysician Training SkillsLeadership and MentoringProject Management Abilities

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial ExecutionEnrollment StrategiesTranscatheter Valve TechnologiesStudy Protocol AdherenceProcedural Best PracticesClinical Data CommunicationInvestigational Device TrainingFDA Regulations ComplianceGCP Guidelines KnowledgeHybrid Operating Room Workflows

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational AbilitiesAbility to InfluenceAttention to DetailCollaboration Skills

Industry Keywords

Clinical AffairsMedical Device Clinical OperationsStructural Heart TherapiesField Clinical AffairsCath Lab PersonnelInvestigational TechnologiesPatient Eligibility CriteriaResearch InfrastructureEnrollment Barriers SolutionsCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and develop strategic relationships with clinical trial sites, investigators, and research teams
Support clinical trial execution from site identification and qualification through activation, enrollment, monitoring, and closeout
Maximize patient screening opportunities and achieve enrollment objectives
Identify enrollment barriers and implement recruitment and study-performance solutions
Maintain knowledge of site capabilities, research infrastructure, and investigator interests
Facilitate communication between clinical sites and Abbott teams
Serve as a subject matter expert for TAVI clinical programs and investigational technologies
Provide procedural guidance and technical support during investigational TAVI procedures
Support physicians and healthcare teams with procedural planning, device utilization, and protocol adherence
Partner with commercial field teams when procedural expertise is required
Ensure proper application of study protocols and patient eligibility criteria
Design and deliver education for physicians, research coordinators, physician assistants, nurses, and Cath Lab personnel
Train healthcare professionals on investigational devices, clinical protocols, procedural best practices, and study requirements
Develop content for investigator meetings, conferences, physician training programs, and internal initiatives
Communicate clinical data, trial objectives, and evidence-based recommendations
Collaborate with Clinical Affairs and Medical Affairs teams on current and future research
Support study design, enrollment strategies, trial performance, and diverse patient enrollment
Partner with Engineering, Clinical Affairs, and Product Development on next-generation TAVI platforms
Provide clinical insights for product enhancements and innovation
Participate in pre-clinical and clinical evaluations, including First-in-Human, Early Feasibility, and IDE trials
Mentor and develop Field Clinical Specialists
Lead cross-functional projects and assist with onboarding, coaching, and personnel development
Identify operational improvements and process standardization opportunities
Conduct activities in accordance with FDA regulations, GCP guidelines, company policies, quality requirements, and study protocols
Ensure accurate and timely documentation and communication of clinical activities
Build collaborative relationships with customers, physicians, investigators, and internal partners
Work cross-functionally with Clinical Affairs, Medical Affairs, Medical Directors, Program Management, Global Clinical Organization, R&D, Engineering, Marketing, and Commercial Structural Heart teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree with 13+ years of relevant experience, or bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience, or master’s/advanced degree with 5+ years of relevant experience
Relevant discipline in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, Nursing, Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Research, or related healthcare/scientific field
Significant experience supporting implants and procedures involving complex transcatheter valve technologies
Extensive experience within a structural heart or transcatheter valve medical device organization
Previous experience training physicians and healthcare staff on advanced cardiovascular procedures
Minimum 4 years of clinical research experience, preferably within Field Clinical Affairs or Medical Device Clinical Operations
Strong understanding of TAVI/TAVR procedures, clinical trial execution, Cath Lab workflows, Hybrid Operating Room environments, and structural heart disease therapies
Experience managing physician relationships and supporting high-volume clinical centers
Deep clinical and procedural knowledge of structural heart therapies
Exceptional presentation and physician training skills
Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
Ability to influence without direct authority
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and project management abilities
Ability to work independently and collaborate across cross-functional teams
Skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to build credibility and trust with physicians, investigators, and internal stakeholders
Ability and willingness to travel approximately 50% to 75%, including overnight travel; US and OUS
Flexibility to support physician and customer needs outside standard business hours, including occasional evenings and weekends
Maintain required certifications and training for assigned product lines and study processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development with an international company
Free medical coverage eligibility through the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year
Excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement
Freedom 2 Save student debt program
FreeU education benefit toward a bachelor’s degree
Training and career development, including onboarding programs and tuition assistance
Competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
Medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
Paid time off
401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
Fast-paced work environment with safety prioritized
Clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled production areas
Company stability and community involvement