Director, Training and Education

As a leading provider of innovative technologies for the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation (Afib) and related conditions, electrophysiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons around the globe count on AtriCure to deliver best-in-class solutions that can treat even the most complex cases. Our Isolator® Synergy Ablation System is the first and only medical device approved by the FDA for the treatment of long standing persistent Afib, our AtriClip Left Atrial Appendage (LAA) Exclusion System products are the most widely used LAA management devices worldwide, and we are expanding into pain management therapies. We invest in innovation, clinical science, and education to focus on improving lives for our patients’ worldwide.

We foster a culture of inclusion by embracing diverse experiences and individuals where everyone’s authentic self is welcome. We offer supporting programs and resources that provide enriching and equitable opportunities for each person to contribute professionally and personally.

**Position Summary**:
Director, Training & Education for Asia Pacific + Greater China (APGC) is responsible for leading the development of Training and Education (T&E) strategies for APGC region in line with business and therapy development objectives for the region, both for internal and external audience. The role is primarily responsible for supporting and evaluating a broad range of training programs and educational activities, including identification of training opportunities, training the trainers and co-ordination of projects to support medical education of AtriCure therapies.

**Roles and Responsibilities**:
**This role has 3 main pillars of responsibilities**: Leading the development of T&E strategy for APGC, leading all aspects of external professional education and leading the development and execution of Internal education programs for the region.

**Leading the T&E strategies for APGC**:

- Collaborate with APGC and sub-regional leaders and Marketing and Therapy development leaders to align on strategies and partner on seamless execution

Leading the development and execution of external professional education:

- Oversee that all administrative tasks and paperwork is completed and in compliance with all company policies and external reporting requirements
- Manage ongoing field communication regarding course and surgeon and HCP training opportunities
- Manage proctor activities
- Support cadaver lab logistics and planning, shipping and maintenance of lab kits, and other ad hoc projects
- Design and Implementation of Allied Health Professional training opportunities and train the trainer initiatives

Leading the development and execution of Internal Training Programs:

- Collaborate with Global and International training partners to develop Internal training program in line with the region’s business and therapy development needs, including developing training pathway for new hires, continuing and advanced education programs for existing/tenured team members
- Support execution of new hire and advanced sales representative training providing logistic, meeting planning support and course materials as necessary

**Other Responsibilities**:

- Support and attend scientific/society meetings and provide clinical expert support for live cases during Congresses where needed
- Maintenance of digital training material library
- Make regular field visits to deliver and evaluate sales training and medical education needs

**Basic Qualifications**:

- Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification or experience
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in leading T&E efforts in medical device industry
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills
- Ability to interact with physicians and external clients in a professional manner
- Must be creative, self-motivated, proactive, intuitive, organized, flexible, and deadline oriented
- Willingness to travel extensively (up to 50%)
- Experience interacting with physician faculty and senior sales management

**What we offer**:
With AtriCure, you'll get the opportunity to work with a team that is passionately dedicated to improving the lives of patients with Atrial Fibrillation worldwide. It is also a company that will invest in your professional development to help you grow and be successful in your role.

**In addition, AtriCure also provides**:

- The chance to work with an international team with more than 20 different nationalities, with 90 international employees (on-site and in the field) which makes it a dynamic place to work.
- The offer includes a competitive base salary, performance-based bonus plan, training and development opportunities, 28 days’ annual paid leave, 2 days’ volunteer time off, mental health support benefit, transportation allowance with first class accommodation on public transport, and dynamic company events.

Our Process
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