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On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 28 Oct)
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- Work mode
- On-site, Barcelona
- Contract
- Full-time
- English
- Required
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Skills
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Excellent organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Fluent English and strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A digital communication mindset and confidence creating presentations, newsletters, and engaging updates.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- Attention to detail and confidence supporting administrative and financial processes.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across different countries, regions, and functions.
- A proactive, collaborative attitude, with the willingness to learn and take ownership.
Nice to have
- An academic background in healthcare, medical devices, life sciences, communications, business, or a related field would be an advantage.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Gain international experience across project coordination, digital communications, and business operations.
- Collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders across multiple markets.
- Develop an understanding of Medical Education, KOL engagement, and congress strategy.
- Contribute to meaningful initiatives that support healthcare professional education.
- Grow your career in an inclusive, innovative, and global organization.
The role
International Medical Education Trainee
At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognize your contributions, and offer opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us?
As an International Medical Education Trainee, you will support the coordination and execution of international education initiatives for healthcare professionals. Working with colleagues across countries, regions, and functions, you will contribute to programs related to regional enablement, Key Opinion Leader (KOL) development, congress strategy, and integrated education pathways.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international project coordination, digital communications, and business operations within a global eye care organization. Previous ophthalmology experience is not required. We are looking for someone who is organized, curious, and ready to take ownership while learning from an experienced international team.
In this role, a typical day will include:
What you'll do
- Coordinating international Medical Education programs, projects, meetings, and recurring team activities.
- Supporting KOL management and development initiatives, congress activities, and education pathways.
- Preparing newsletters, presentations, program updates, and other digital communication materials.
- Coordinating timelines, deliverables, meetings, and follow-up actions with stakeholders across countries and functions.
- Supporting the adoption of digital platforms and ensuring consistent communication across markets.
- Managing operational activities such as purchase orders, invoices, suppliers, meeting logistics, and budget tracking.
- Maintaining accurate project documentation and helping identify opportunities to improve processes.
Hiring process
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If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.
About Alcon
Alcon is the global leader in eye care, dedicated to helping people see brilliantly. With a heritage of over 75 years, Alcon is the largest eye care device company in the world, with complementary businesses in Surgical and Vision Care. The company develops and manufactures innovative devices to serve the full life cycle of eye care needs, including surgical equipment for cataract removal and laser vision correction, as well as consumer products like contact lenses and lens care solutions. Alcon operates in 60 countries and serves patients in more than 140 countries, with a strong commitment to research and development.
- Industry
- Medical Devices
- Founded
- 1945
- Headquarters
- Geneva, Switzerland
Good to know if you are moving
- Alcon is a truly global company, operating in 60 countries and serving patients in more than 140 countries, offering international career opportunities.
- Alcon has a long history of industry firsts and commits substantial resources to Research and Development, providing opportunities to work on innovative eye care technologies.
- The company's headquarters is in Geneva, Switzerland, a major international hub, but it has operations worldwide, including in Spain.
- Alcon's careers page emphasizes a commitment to helping people see better, which may appeal to professionals seeking purpose-driven work in the medical device industry.
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