Alcon is inviting applications for the position of Associate Phaco Development Specialist in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. The role focuses on training surgeons in phacoemulsification cataract surgery, supporting surgical skills development, demonstrating ophthalmic products, and improving the adoption of phaco techniques in hospitals.
Candidates with a science bachelor’s degree, recognized medical or surgical technologist training, and relevant sales, marketing, operating room, or clinical applications experience can apply.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Alcon |
| Job Title | Associate Phaco Development Specialist |
| Job Requisition ID | R-2026-48107 |
| Location | Aurangabad, Maharashtra |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Work Arrangement | Not applicable |
| Minimum Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Science |
| Experience | At least 1 year in relevant sales, marketing, operating room, or applications work |
| Travel Requirement | Domestic travel, 50%β70% |
| Application Deadline | October 26, 2026 |
Position: Associate Phaco Development Specialist
The Associate Phaco Development Specialist supports the adoption of phacoemulsification as a first-line procedure for cataract surgery. The role involves surgeon training, operating room and wet lab instruction, product demonstrations, and support for clinical education programs.
The position also focuses on helping surgeons transition from Extra Capsular Cataract Extraction (ECCE) and Small Incision Cataract Surgery (SICS) to phacoemulsification.
Roles and Responsibilities
1. Surgeon Training and Clinical Education
- Assess and select target trainees and hospitals for the Phaco Development Program.
- Provide operating room and wet lab instruction to surgeons transitioning from ECCE and SICS to phacoemulsification.
- Coordinate with external course instructors and on-site proctors to support training outcomes and surgical results.
- Coach surgeons and affiliated personnel on surgical techniques, product use, and observation protocols.
2. Ophthalmic Product Demonstration
- Demonstrate the proper use of Alcon ophthalmic products, including Infiniti with Ozil, Laureate, Single-Piece AcrySof IOL, Natural, IQ, viscoelastics, and knives.
- Support field sales teams with product demonstrations for targeted phaco development programs.
- Promote technical proficiency in product use and surgical procedures.
3. Training Events and Professional Programs
- Support Phaco Development training events, patient education programs, professional congresses, symposiums, and special Alcon events.
- Help improve surgical competency and the quality of patient outcomes through instruction and coaching.
4. Documentation and Reporting
- Document trainee assessments, pre-course preparation, surgical observations, and post-course phaco cases.
- Record case quantities and surgical results.
- Complete weekly and monthly reports, expense reports, and other required administrative documentation.
5. Product Complaints and Compliance
- Handle local adverse event and product complaint activities, including collecting, receiving, and forwarding information to the Local Vigilance Representative.
- Follow Alcon’s corporate compliance guidelines and programs.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Educational qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Science.
- Specialized training: Medical-related specialty training as a Surgical or Medical Technologist from a recognized institution.
- Experience: At least one year of sales or marketing experience with a recognized organization, or operating room experience assisting surgeons, or relevant field applications experience.
- Language: Proficiency in English.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Specialty training in Biomedical Engineering or Medical Technology.
- At least two years of clinical applications, marketing, or sales experience with an international or well-recognized local medical device company.
- Two years of experience as a Surgical or Medical Technologist, Biomedical Engineering professional, or in a related field, as indicated in the job description.
Required Skills
- Phacoemulsification and cataract surgery training support
- Operating room and wet lab instruction
- Surgical observation and documentation
- Ophthalmic medical device demonstrations
- Surgeon training and clinical applications
- Product use and procedural coaching
- Clinical education event support
- Adverse event and product complaint reporting
- English communication
- Compliance with corporate procedures
Work Schedule and Travel
- Work hours: Dependent on the field schedule.
- Travel: Domestic travel of approximately 50%β70%.
