Job Description

ZEISS is technology and innovation. Founded in Germany in 1846, ZEISS is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the optics and optoelectronics industries across 50 countries.

As a company wholly owned by a foundation, ZEISS is committed to responsibility in all its activities. As a pioneer in scientific optics, its employees across the globe continue to push the boundaries of what is possible. With a strong focus on quality and innovation, ZEISS creates value for its customers and helps shape new ways of seeing the world.

Within ZEISS Meditech, we develop and deliver advanced solutions for ophthalmic surgery, neurosurgery, and diagnostic imaging. Our portfolio also includes DORC, a ZEISS company, further strengthening our position in ophthalmic surgery and expanding our capabilities in the eye care market.

We’re looking for a Surgical Application Specialist, to join us in Romania, ideally based in the western region of the country, covering the full national territory with regular travel and occasional overnight stays.

Your Role

The Surgical Application Specialist will be responsible for providing clinical and technical training support to customers on surgical ophthalmic products, with a strong focus on phacoemulsification systems. The role ensures optimal use of surgical solutions through hands-on training, clinical support, and customer engagement, while also supporting sales activities and building strong referral networks.

The role of Surgical Application Specialist will involve:

• Delivering high-quality on-site training to surgeons and clinical staff on surgical systems and applications

• Supporting customers in surgical environments, including troubleshooting and first-line technical assistance

• Managing a national territory (Romania) by independently planning customer visits, training schedules, and travel arrangements

• Acting as a clinical expert for ZEISS Surgical Suite products and supporting adoption and usage in the field

• Collaborating closely with sales, marketing, and field service teams to improve customer experience and drive business growth

Your Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline

• 3–5 years of experience in ophthalmic surgery, ophthalmic industry, or a closely related clinical environment

• Strong understanding of cataract surgery, ocular anatomy, and IOL calculations

• Experience working in a customer-facing clinical or surgical training role

• Strong communication and teaching skills, with the ability to support users in high-pressure clinical environments

It would be desirable if you had:

• Industry-standard ophthalmic credentialing

• Experience with ZEISS or similar ophthalmic surgical systems

• Exposure to medical device sales support or clinical application training

Your Benefits

If you join ZEISS, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:

• The opportunity to work with cutting-edge surgical ophthalmic technology within ZEISS Medical Technology, including the broader ophthalmic portfolio

• Continuous professional development and product training

• A collaborative international working environment with strong career development opportunities

Role Details

• Location: Romania (candidate must be based in Western Romania)

• Territory: Nationwide (Romania with some SEE travel)

• Travel: Frequent travel required, including overnight stays and occasional weekend work

• Must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

• English business fluent (German is an advantage)

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Angelika Niederreiter, Claudia Stingl, Hanna Veszprémi