Professional Education & Development Specialist (Optometrist) - fixed-term contract

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Optometrist This position requires strong verbal & written communication skills, a deep understanding of ophthalmology, including anatomy of the eye and disease states, and strong product knowledge of product features & benefits associated with clinical applications. Excellent teaching & learning skills, demonstrate and encourage creativity, ability to adapt to cross-cultural training Responsibilities to External HCP/ECP's: Develop, plan, organise, and execute Health Care Practitioner (HCP) engagement and educational programmes to increase advocacy, Share of Voice, and market influence. Promote the Alcon Education Academy (AEA) platform to drive digital learning adoption and enhance the educational experience of HCPs across the CSEE and EE clusters. Build and maintain professional relationships with Eye Care Professionals, advocates, and key accounts to drive engagement, support brand understanding, and positively influence prescribing and recommendation behaviour. Lead the planning and delivery of educational support for congresses (both Alcon-owned and third‑party) in local markets. Develop and manage relationships with HCP influencers, Thought Leaders, academic institutions, professional organisations, and key industry stakeholders to remain connected with emerging industry insights that inform commercial planning. Drive market share and business growth of Alcon's Vision Care portfolio through impactful educational activities. General Responsibilities: Develop and maintain a comprehensive annual Professional Education & Development strategy and training calendar, covering internal Alcon teams, Partner teams, key accounts, and broader Eye Care Practitioner (ECP) audiences. Provide quarterly and annual training and development plans, detailing strategies and key initiatives, to the supervisor and relevant training departments. Plan and conduct field visits in local markets with clear coaching objectives for BDMs and FLMs, delivering feedback and actionable development plans. Oversee training related to the Vision Care portfolio: Dry Eye & Ocular Health (Systane Family) Contact Lens Portfolio (WATERINNOVATIONS) Contact Lens Care (OptiFree, AOSept) Develop and manage the regional training budget in alignment with marketing and sales goals. Ensure accurate and compliant management of transactions and payments related to training programs and activities. Maintain adherence to all corporate compliance guidelines, regulatory standards, and governance procedures. Profile : An degree in optometry is mandatory. Any additional degree is more than welcome. Czech and English are BOTH a must/ Slovakian is a plus for this role. 70% of the time in the field Key Performance Indicators: Delivery of high-quality training and coaching programs. Positive course evaluations from training participants. Contribution to field sales capability improvement and increased customer satisfaction. Effective training needs analysis and timely delivery . 70% of the time in the field ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site. Find Jobs for Employees Find Jobs for Contingent Worker