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At Sonova, your work can help transform people’s lives. As a leading provider of innovative hearing care solutions, we’re not just a company that makes products, we’re a team on a mission to help people experience the joy of sound.

Every day, we push the boundaries of audio technology so our customers can enjoy life without limitations. Our talented and committed employees all over the world know they contribute to something greater than themselves – they create sense.

Advanced Bionics (AB) are looking for a Clinical Specialist to join our dynamic and friendly clinical team.  Closing date:  28th Feb 2025

About the role:
The successful applicant will be responsible for providing clinical and technical support for all Advanced Bionics hardware and software products to Cochlear Implant and ENT clinics, as well as AB partners within their designated territory in the UK. This includes delivering on-site and remote clinical/technical services including; switch-ons and fittings, upgrade support, managing complex cases, resolving technical issues, and providing surgical support, in addition to offering support via email and phone.

The role also involves training Audiology and ENT professionals on existing and new Advanced Bionics products and services, in collaboration with the Education and Training Manager.

The successful candidate will be required to build and maintain strong working relationships with our customers to ensure the continued growth of the business. Additionally, tracking and reporting tools will be utilised to monitor performance and refine local strategies, thereby contributing to the overall growth and success of Advanced Bionics in the UK.

This role offers the successful applicant the opportunity to develop their experience in technical knowledge and support, customer service and sales/business acumen whilst working within a highly supportive and dynamic team culture that strives to provide world-class service and technology that benefits our customers daily.

This is a full-time, field based position with salary depending on experience and additional company benefits.  Regular travel within the designated territory, with some overseas travel also required on occasions is to be expected.

A qualification or equivalent experience in Audiology is essential; commercial experience and/or experience in a Cochlear Implant department is highly desirable.

Advanced Bionics is a global leader in developing the most advanced cochlear implant systems in the world. Founded in 1993 and in partnership with Phonak as a subsidiary of the Sonova Group since 2009, AB develops cutting-edge cochlear implant technology that allows recipients to hear their best.

About you:
As a strong communicator, you will be driven to build lasting and credible relationships with both internal teams and our consumers.

You’ll communicate effectively at all levels and have excellent written and oral communication skills, coupled with a confident and engaging presentation style.

Strong attention to detail, maintaining data and keeping records up to date.

You will have a good understanding of local markets and business trends.

You will have the drive to continuously improve and excel, be naturally results orientated with the willingness to perform against agreed targets.

You will demonstrate adeptness in working independently, all the while maintaining a steadfast commitment to fostering team collaboration and facilitating the dissemination of best practices.

With a willingness to travel nationally, you’ll be happy with overnight stays and weekend working. Occasional overseas travel will be required.

You’ll be a knowledge expert, championing new initiatives and eager to develop your own skills and experiences.

What we offer:
Attractive salary and bonus potential, based on company and personal performance

Five weeks holiday plus all UK bank holidays

Fully maintained, serviced car with additional breakdown cover, available for both business (Sonova Business only) and personal use for you and your nominated drivers

Employee Assistance Program, including financial planning guidance

Opportunities to grow with us

Employee referral scheme

Death in service benefit

Health cash plan reimbursing you for the cost of dental, optical, prescription and other costs. 

Matched pension at 5% increasing with service

Employee and Friends and family hearing scheme

For this vacancy only direct applications will be considered.

Note: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We regret that we are not able to offer sponsorship or visa assistance

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate’s ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.

Closing date:  28th Feb 2025

Salary: £35,880 to £56,921 P.A.

Clinical Scientist (Audiology) / Senior Clinical Scientist (Audiology)

Section: Auditory Implant Service
Location: Highfield Campus
Salary: £35,880 to £56,921 Per annum
Full-Time, Fixed-Term (18 months)
Closing Date: Thursday 20 February 2025
Interview Date: Tuesday 11 March 2025
Reference: 2985225LH

The post is for a full-time position on an 18-month fixed-term contract, but part-time working will be considered. Full-time hours are considered to be 35 hours per week.

By joining our inclusive, multi-disciplinary team within the University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service (USAIS), you will have a unique opportunity to further your career by using your clinical skills within a University setting, allowing you to access up-to-date research in this field.

We offer a range of great benefits that includes a contributory pension scheme; holiday entitlement of 30 days, plus 8 bank holidays and 6 additional holidays (closure days); subsidised health and fitness facilities on-site; cycle to work scheme; a range of discounts which include restaurants, retail outlets and entertainment.

To be successful in your new role within USAIS, you will be experienced in a wide range of audiology procedures, but training will be given in relation to auditory implants. You will need to be registered with the HCPC or RCCP.

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will assess and manage a caseload of hearing impaired/deaf patients of all ages. The programming of sound processors for cochlear implants (CI) or bone conduction hearing implants (BCHI) will be a key part of the role. USAIS provides excellent CPD opportunities, and you might also be invited to support the teaching and research programmes.

For information on the Service, please look at the website.

Informal enquiries and visits to the centre can be arranged by contacting Sarah Baumann, Team Lead, sme@soton.ac.uk, or Dr Roberta Buhagiar, Clinical Coordinator rb22@soton.ac.uk at the University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service, Telephone 02380 593522.

*An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

Working at the University of Southampton:

Check out the staff benefits and why you should join us at The University of Southampton on our website!

As a university, we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.