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MicroTransponder · 1 day ago

Director, Clinical

MicroTransponder, Inc. is dedicated to transforming the lives of stroke survivors through its innovative neurostimulation technology. The Director, Clinical will provide strategic and operational leadership for clinical studies supporting the Vivistim® Paired VNS Therapy System, overseeing clinical evidence generation and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product adoption and long-term business objectives.

Health CareMedicalMedical DeviceNeuroscience

Responsibilities

Design and oversee new indication studies, post-market clinical studies, registries, and real-world evidence initiatives
Provide clinical leadership for new indication feasibility and future clinical development plans
Oversee all aspects of clinical study execution, including protocol development, site selection, monitoring, data integrity, and study close-out
Manage CROs, vendors, and clinical consultants to ensure studies are executed on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulations
Ensure adherence to GCP, ISO 14155, FDA, and applicable international regulatory requirements
Partner with Regulatory Affairs to support submissions, responses to regulatory inquiries, and post-approval commitments
Collaborate with Medical Affairs and Commercial teams to translate clinical data into scientific messaging and education
Work closely with R&D to provide clinical input on product enhancements and next-generation technologies
Support key opinion leader (KOL) engagement and investigator relationships
Contribute to abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations at scientific and medical conferences
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing clinical team as the organization grows
Develop and manage clinical budgets, timelines, and resource plans
Establish scalable clinical processes and infrastructure appropriate for a growing medical device company

Qualification

Clinical research experienceLeadership in medical devicesFDA regulationsNeuromodulationScientific writing skillsBudget managementTeam managementCross-functional collaboration

Required

Advanced degree in life sciences, clinical research, engineering, nursing, or related field (PhD, MD, MS, or equivalent)
10+ years of clinical research experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within medical devices or neuromodulation
Demonstrated experience leading multicenter clinical studies, preferably pivotal trials or post-market trials
Strong knowledge of FDA, GCP, ISO 14155, and clinical research regulations
Proven ability to manage CROs and external vendors effectively
Experience with neuromodulation, neurorehabilitation, stroke, or implantable medical devices
Prior experience supporting post-approval studies or label expansion
Experience working in a growth-stage or entrepreneurial medical device company
Strong scientific writing and presentation skills

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
FSA
401(k) plan with company matching
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) program
Approximately 15 paid company holidays per year

Company

MicroTransponder

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MicroTransponder is a medical device company that develops and commercializes neurostimulation devices to treat neurological diseases.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$180.12M
Key Investors
U.S. Venture PartnersMedTech InnovatorGreen Park & Golf Ventures
2025-03-12Series F· $65M
2023-06-06Non Equity Assistance
2022-06-20Series E· $73M

Leadership Team

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Richard Foust
Chief Executive Officer
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Bunker Curnes
Chief Financial Officer
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