About the Role
Science is a clinical stage, vertically integrated technology company focused on solving some of neuroscience’s hardest questions and most serious unmet medical needs. We work to restore quality of life to those with debilitating conditions for which there are no treatment options, creating devices aimed at restoring vision, cognition, and mobility to patients who have lost it. To support progress across our industry, we provide state-of-the-art components and vertically integrated infrastructure for others to build on via Science Foundry.
The PRIMA Vision Rehabilitation Specialist is a patient-facing clinical role responsible for delivering structured vision rehabilitation to patients implanted with the PRIMA retinal prosthesis system. This role is critical to helping patients translate artificial vision into meaningful functional outcomes in daily life. The role will work closely with patients, clinical engineering, and commercial field teams to deliver a best-in-class rehabilitation experience for patients and contributing to the successful rollout of PRIMA across Germany.
Role responsibilities:
Lead vision rehabilitation training for PRIMA-implanted patients in accordance with the Science rehabilitation manual
Deliver structured in-person rehabilitation sessions, with progression toward remote or virtual sessions as appropriate
Teach vision skills and functional daily activities tailored to individual patient goals and progress
Assess patient progress, document outcomes, adjust rehabilitation plans, and assign appropriate home exercises
Manage accurate data entry and documentation using paper worksheets and/or the NOVA system, as applicable
Assist with planning, coordination, and setup of rehabilitation sessions, including management of travel and logistics
Provide hands-on technical support for PRIMA device tuning, optimization, and basic troubleshooting in collaboration with clinical engineering teams
Build strong rapport with patients, motivating and supporting them to achieve optimal rehabilitation outcomes and a positive overall experience
Communicate effectively with sales, field, and clinical engineering teams to ensure coordinated patient care
Key qualifications:
Either Qualified orthoptist, optometrist, optician, ophthalmic nurse, or healthcare professional with relevant ophthalmology experience
Up to 3 years of experience supporting blind or low-vision patients within clinical, rehabilitation, or care team environments
Strong patient-facing skills with the ability to build trust, rapport, and motivation
Fluent German (required) and professional working proficiency in English
Based in Germany, ideally within or near North Rhine–Westphalia
Willingness and ability to travel regularly, including visits to clinics and patient homes
Preferred qualifications:
Knowledge of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and low-vision therapy principles
Comfortable working independently in the field while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams
Technically curious and confident in learning and supporting advanced medical device systems
Adaptable and resilient, with comfort operating in a dynamic and evolving environment
Structured and organized approach to documentation and data entry
Science Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work.
We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities. Science will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.