Head of Clinical Operations | Permanent Contract

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Hepta Medical

is a French MedTech company developing a

minimally invasive treatment for lung cancer . Their proprietary device is a

flexible microwave ablation probe

that can be introduced into the patient’s lung through the airway to locally ablate and destroy cancerous tissue. What makes their technology unique is its

integrated temperature monitoring system , which allows real-time control of the ablation zone—making treatments

safer, more precise, and more effective .

Following a successful

Series A funding round , Hepta Medical is now entering an exciting new phase: the

launch of its first clinical operations

across Europe and beyond.

Your Missions Reporting directly to the

CEO , working closely with the

VP of R&D

and the technical and regulatory teams, you will play a key role in leading Hepta Medical’s clinical strategy and operations.

Responsibilities

Preparation of clinical studies:

identifying clinical sites, investigators, and local partners (CROs).

Regulatory and ethical submissions:

coordinating study approvals, ensuring compliance with competent authorities and ethics committees.

Clinical study management:

supervising operational aspects across Europe and internationally to ensure smooth patient enrolment, treatment, and follow-up.

Data-driven insights:

collaborating with the R&D team to analyze clinical data, understand endpoints, and support product claims.

Continuous improvement:

gathering product feedback from clinical use and recommending design or process enhancements.

Cross-functional collaboration:

contributing to transversal projects involving R&D, regulatory affairs, and strategic operations.

What Hepta Medical Has to Offer

A

key position

within a fast-growing MedTech company entering a pivotal phase.

The opportunity to

shape the clinical strategy

of an innovative medical device with life-changing potential.

A

dynamic and international work environment , combining technical excellence and purpose-driven innovation.

A culture that values

initiative, autonomy, and collaboration .

The Profile They're Looking For Experience and Background

Around 10 years of experience

managing clinical trials within

medical device companies .

Proven track record with

Class IIb / III medical devices

in clinical contexts.

Strong knowledge of

regulatory, ethical, and operational constraints

related to clinical research.

Engineering background

(biomedical or similar).

Fluent in English , both spoken and written – French is a plus.

Mindset and Soft Skills

Willingness to

travel up to 50%

of the time, sometimes on short notice.

Ability to

adapt to multicultural environments

and interact with diverse stakeholders.

Exceptional

organizational skills , rigor, and attention to detail.

Hands‑on, autonomous, and entrepreneurial spirit

– able to thrive in a fast‑paced startup environment.

Strong interpersonal skills and excellent fit with the leadership team.

Process

First interview with a recruiter from Eiquem

Second interview with the

CEO

A

take‑home technical test

Presentation of the test results , with an

on‑site visit

to meet the whole team

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