Research and Education manager

About the Role

As
Research and Education Manager Benelux
, you will lead and shape all clinical research activities across the Benelux region, playing a key role in driving innovation, market access, and long‑term research partnerships. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maximise the impact of research investments and translate scientific insights into meaningful clinical and educational outcomes.

This role combines research leadership, strategic thinking, and people management, offering the opportunity to influence regional and global strategy while remaining closely connected to clinical practice and education.

What You Will Do

• Lead the Benelux clinical research strategy in alignment with EMEA and global priorities
• Manage Investigator Initiated Research and other clinical research models to support product launches and lifecycle activities
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with leading clinicians, researchers, and institutions
• Translate research outcomes into impactful professional education (e.g. webinars, digital learning platforms)
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Clinical, Market Access, Commercial, and EMEA teams
• Oversee research budgets, long‑term planning, and external funding opportunities
• Share research insights internally and externally through presentations, publications, and education initiatives
• Lead, coach, and develop team members in line with company values and behaviours

What You Bring

• Proven experience in clinical or scientific research, ideally within audiology, medical devices, or hearing implants
• Strong strategic mindset combined with hands‑on execution capability
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience managing research projects, budgets, and partnerships
• Ability to translate complex scientific data into practical, educational, and business‑relevant insights
• Fluency in Dutch and English, French
• Master's degree in Audiology, Biomedical Sciences, Medical Technology, or a related field
• PhD preferred
• Clinical experience and exposure to research grant applications are considered strong advantages

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to shape the future of clinical research in the Benelux
• High visibility role with strong regional and global collaboration
• Combination of strategic leadership and real‑world clinical impact
• Supportive, innovation‑driven environment focused on improving patient outcomes