The Role
Plan, deliver, and manage clinical education programs across the Nordics, develop and maintain relationships with universities, KOLs and clinical speakers, support content review and cross-functional projects, and drive adoption of Align clinical protocols, iTero platform and ClinCheck workflows.
Summary Generated by Built In
Our mission is to develop and execute high-quality clinical education programs while supporting strategic clinical relations to drive clinical confidence, adoption, and growth across the market.
As a Clinical Relations and Education Specialist, you are responsible for independent program execution with relationship development. You will work closely with your manager to support universities, faculty, and key opinion leaders (KOLs), while contributing to regional education strategy and cross-functional initiatives. You will drive adoption and growth, build clinical confidence of customers through education on Align’s Clinical Protocols, Digital Innovations across the iTero Platform and the ClinCheck® Software.
The role sits at the intersection of education delivery, program management, and clinical relations development, with increasing ownership and influence across the Nordics region.
Role expectations
- Support the management of strategic relationships with Clinical Speakers, Universities, KOL’s Advisory Boards and External Partnerships in collaboration with your manager
- Contribute to the Identification and develop of new clinical speakers as well as existing speakers
- Plan, implement and drive Invisalign and iTero University Programmes
- Lead and execute universities Clinical Education Programmes
- Contribute to regional education matrix and education pathway to drive clinical confidence and digital workflows amongst our customers
- Plan and manage our education calendar in line with our strategy and in collaboration with our marketing team
- Contribute to clinical education content, e.g. implementation of clinical education strategies and programs that drive growth and loyalty
- Review clinical content on central projects basis. Assist with material review for marketing/sales purposes material for marketing/sales purposes.
- Collaborate with Product and Marketing Managers to drive doctor engagement activities including LMR’s, Research, External Publications and Large Events
- Collaborate with EMEA ClinEd & Relations as well as CL Trainer to drive projects and local team training.
What we're looking for
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in dentistry (DDS, DMD or equivalent), dentist or master’s degree related to Orthodontics (preferred)
- Typically, 4–6 years of directly related experience
Experience in clinical education, program delivery, or professional relations - Fluent in (Danish, Swedish or Norwegian) and English; Additional languages a plus
Skills & Competencies
- Strong didactical, presentation, and facilitation skills
- Ability to manage multiple programs and projects independently
- Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration capabilities
- Proficient communication and influencing skills
- Ability to take a structured approach to program planning and execution
- Willing to travel up to 40% of the time outside of local geography
About
Your growth and well-being:At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process. Discover Align:We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time. As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being? Explore Align's culture here!Want to discover more about exocad and Cubicure? Click on their names for additional information.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in dentistry (DDS, DMD or equivalent) or dentist
- Typically 4-6 years of directly related experience
- Experience in clinical education, program delivery, or professional relations
- Fluent in Danish, Swedish, or Norwegian and English
- Strong didactical, presentation, and facilitation skills
- Ability to manage multiple programs and projects independently
- Willingness to travel up to 40%
- Master's degree related to Orthodontics
Align Technology Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Align Technology and has not been reviewed or approved by Align Technology.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life, and both short‑ and long‑term disability, along with AD&D and wellness resources. Select locations add region‑specific programs such as medical coverage and Multisport, reinforcing breadth.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — A corporate bonus plan outlines performance‑based rewards and eligibility, and compensation is described as competitive in commercial roles. Incentive structures in sales are portrayed as offering strong on‑target earnings potential.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) plan with company contribution mechanisms, profit sharing, and a defined contribution pension plan. These elements emphasize long‑term financial security alongside salary and bonus.
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The Company
What We Do
Twenty years ago, we pioneered the world's first clear aligners. Since then, we have continuously innovated with new products and technologies that are revolutionizing treatments for doctors and their patients. Invisalign clear aligners and the iTero Intraoral scanner help dental professionals achieve the clinical results they expect and deliver effective, advanced dental options to their patients. Helping change millions of lives, one smile at a time. Discover your straight path to a bright future at Align. As a part of our smart, diverse and fast-moving global team, you'll make an impact for the market leader that's moving an industry forward. Want to find out what’s next for us—and for you?
