--- title: 'Field Training & Education Manager at Inspire Medical Systems Inc.' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/field-training-education-manager-inspire-medical-systems-inc-minneapolis-9t5hah1txbhe' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-20' --- # Field Training & Education Manager at Inspire Medical Systems Inc. - **Company:** Inspire Medical Systems Inc. - **Location:** Minneapolis, MN - **Compensation:** $131k–$170k - **Posted:** 2026-10-08 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-20 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/inspiremedicalsystemsinc/jobs/5447345008?gh_jid=5447345008 ## Job description ## ABOUT INSPIRE MEDICAL SYSTEMS Inspire is the first of its kind medical device designed to make a difference in the lives of those living with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). We are revolutionizing the sleep industry with our FDA-approved medical device, designed to reduce OSA severity for those who cannot tolerate or get consistent benefit from CPAP. Inspire Medical Systems is committed to enhancing patients’ lives through sleep innovation.  We are steadfast in our commitment to prioritize patient outcomes, act with integrity and lead with respect. With positive persistence at our core, we are committed to all those we serve. ## WHY JOIN OUR FAST-GROWING TEAM At Inspire, we value people – your diverse experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts. We elevate voices and encourage learning opportunities to build a professional network that grows into community. We embrace a people-first culture by offering excellent benefits, 401k matching, ESPP, flexible time off (FTO), and tuition reimbursement. If you’re passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and want to work with innovative technology, come be a part of our great team! ## About the Role The Field Training & Education Manager develops and executes field education strategies that strengthen commercial capabilities, accelerate referral pipeline growth, and improve field execution. This role serves as the dedicated capability-development lead for the Therapy Development Representative (TDR) organization, owning onboarding, certification, advanced curriculum, referral-development training, ecosystem engagement, and field reinforcement. The manager translates business priorities, including cardiovascular and PCP engagement, reimbursement, competitive strategy, referral development, and AI-enabled workflows, into practical learning experiences, playbooks, tools, and coaching resources. The role also leads continuing education for tenured field employees, ensuring ongoing skill development and application beyond formal training. Success requires expertise in commercial effectiveness, ecosystem development, field execution, and adult learning, coupled with the ability to simplify complex concepts into engaging, actionable programs. The individual must collaborate effectively across Sales, Marketing, Medical Education, Outcomes, Reimbursement, and other cross-functional teams to align learning solutions with business priorities. The ideal candidate is a low-ego, high-performing collaborator who values team success, leads through influence, and fosters a high-trust environment while driving alignment from strategy to execution. Position Responsibilities - Designs, develops, and delivers field education programs using adult learning principles to drive capability development and business performance. - Owns onboarding, certification, advanced curriculum, and continuing education for the Therapy Development Representative (TDR) organization. - Creates scalable learning experiences, playbooks, tools, and resources that support referral generation, ecosystem development, and field execution. - Translates strategic priorities, including cardiovascular engagement, PCP partnerships, reimbursement, competitive differentiation, and AI-enabled workflows, into practical training and coaching solutions. - Leads content development and program delivery across instructor-led, virtual, digital, and field-based learning formats. - Partners with Sales, Marketing, Medical Education, Outcomes, Reimbursement, and other stakeholders to align learning strategies with business objectives and field needs. - Establishes and manages field reinforcement initiatives, including microlearning, skill campaigns, best-practice sharing, manager coaching resources, and post-training application activities. - Evaluates learning effectiveness through assessments, feedback, adoption metrics, and business impact measures, continuously improving programs and resources. - Identifies, validates, and scales field best practices to improve consistency, productivity, and commercial execution. - Leads cross-functional projects and influences stakeholders to drive alignment from strategy through field execution. - Supports the development of team members and contributes to a collaborative, high-trust, team-first culture. - Travels up to 50%, based on business needs and where employee is located ## Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Life Sciences, or a related field. - Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience. ## Preferred Qualifications - At least 2 years of Inspire sales experience. - Demonstrated proficiency with standard and custom software programs (MS Office Suite including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook, Power BI, LMS, etc.). - Experience in instructional design and adult learning methodologies. - Strong background in content development and execution of training strategies. - Excellent presentation and facilitation skills with experience leading training sessions. - Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. - Strong collaboration and leadership skills with a team-oriented mindset. - Ability to problem-solve and adapt training strategies to changing business needs. - A positive attitude, collaborative spirit, and commitment to teamwork are essential to success in this role, as we work together to support each other and drive shared outcomes. #LI-Onsite The salary for this position will be offered at a level consistent with the experience and qualifications of the candidate. This information reflects the anticipated salary range for this position at the time of posting. The salary range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from the posting based on various factors such as geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Salary $131,000—$170,000 USD ## BENEFITS AND OTHER COMPENSATION Inspire offers a highly competitive benefits package including (general description of the benefits and other compensation offered): - Multiple health insurance plan options. - Employer contributions to Health Savings Account. - Dental, Vision, Life and Disability benefits. - 401k plan + employer match. - Identity Protection. - Flexible time off. - Tuition Reimbursement. - Employee Assistance program. - All employees have the opportunity to participate in the ownership and success of Inspire. Employees at all levels can participate through equity awards and the Employee Stock Purchase Program. Inspire Medical Systems provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, training, and social and recreational programs. Inspire Medical Systems complies with applicable laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which Inspire Medical Systems has facilities. All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis. Inspire Medical Systems is an [equal opportunity](https://www.inspiresleep.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/EEO.pdf) employer with recruitment efforts focused on ensuring a diverse workforce. Applicants with a disability that need accommodation to complete the Inspire Medical Systems application process should contact Human Resources at 844-672-4357 or email careers@inspiresleep(dot)com Inspire Medical Systems participates in E-Verify. ## About Inspire Medical Systems Inc. ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Inspire Medical Systems develops and commercializes the Inspire® implant, the first FDA-approved neurostimulation therapy for treating moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). - **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: INSP) - **Headquarters**: Golden Valley, Minnesota, USA - **Founded**: 2007 (spun out of Medtronic) - **Founders**: Not publicly available; the company was formed as a spin-out from Medtronic with Dr. Glen D. Nelson serving as the first chairman of the board. ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Medical technology – neurostimulation for sleep apnea. - **Target customers**: B2B – hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), ear-nose-throat (ENT) physicians, and sleep medicine professionals; ultimately serves patients with OSA. - **Mission / purpose**: “Dedicated to elevating and redefining the standard of care for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).” The company’s guiding principle, established by founding chairman Dr. Glen Nelson, is: “If we put the patient first, we will never lose our way.” ## Products & Services - **[Inspire® System](https://www.inspiresleep.com/en-us/about-inspire/)**: An implantable neurostimulation device (hypoglossal nerve stimulator) that continuously monitors a patient’s breathing and delivers mild stimulation to maintain an open airway. The system includes an implant, a remote control for the patient, and a programming interface for clinicians. It is FDA, EU MDR, and PDMA approved. The therapy is a closed-loop solution designed for patients with moderate to severe OSA who cannot tolerate CPAP. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed in the provided materials (public company; market cap fluctuates with stock price). - **Key Metric – Annual Revenue**: $802.8 million (fiscal year 2024), up from $624.8 million in 2023 and $407.9 million in 2022 ([Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/INSP.K)). - **Notable Investors / Partners**: Originally spun out of Medtronic (NYSE: MDT). Broad payer coverage with over 300 million covered lives in the U.S. Clinical partnerships with sleep centers and ENT practices globally. - **Growth Signals**: - Revenue growth of ~28% year-over-year (2024 vs. 2023). - Net income turned positive in 2024: $53.5 million (compared to a loss of $21.2 million in 2023) ([Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/INSP.K)). - Over 350 peer-reviewed publications on the Inspire therapy. - Direct sales organization in the U.S., Europe, and Japan; distributors in Singapore and Hong Kong. ## Competitive Advantages - **First-mover and regulatory moat**: First FDA-approved neurostimulation therapy for obstructive sleep apnea, with a significant intellectual property portfolio originally developed at Medtronic. - **Closed-loop technology**: The system continuously senses breathing patterns and adjusts stimulation in real time, differentiating it from simpler open-loop devices. - **Strong clinical evidence**: Data collected on nearly 6,000 patients worldwide, with hundreds of peer-reviewed publications supporting safety and efficacy. - **Broad payer coverage**: Over 300 million covered lives in the U.S., making the therapy accessible to a large patient population. ## Strategic Focus - **Expand patient access**: Continue to grow the direct sales force and increase adoption among ENT physicians and sleep centers. - **Geographic expansion**: Strengthen presence in Europe and Japan, and explore additional markets via distributors. - **Innovation pipeline**: Develop next-generation systems and potentially expand indications for neurostimulation beyond OSA (though not explicitly stated, the company’s R&D investments suggest ongoing innovation). ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Described as “innovative and collaborative,” with a strong commitment to patient outcomes. Employees are encouraged to “stay curious” and “be inspired.” The company values open communication, employee well-being, and robust development programs. - **Work policy**: Not explicitly stated as remote/hybrid; headquarters are in Golden Valley, MN, with field sales and clinical roles likely requiring travel. - **Benefits** (effective day one): - Health insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield), dental (Delta Dental), vision (EyeMed). - 401(k) with Roth and pretax options (Empower Retirement). - Employee Stock Purchase Program (15% discount). - Flex Time Off and paid family leave. - Tuition reimbursement and LinkedIn Learning access. - Identity protection and a “Get Fit Your Way” rewards program. - **Development**: Structured learning journeys, coaching, and an internship program (12-week summer program with real-world projects). - **Caution**: The company warns of fraudulent job postings; all legitimate openings are listed on [inspiresleep.com/careers](https://www.inspiresleep.com/en-us/careers/). ## Sources 1. [Inspire Sleep – About Us](https://www.inspiresleep.com/en-us/about-inspire/) 2. [Inspire Sleep – Careers](https://www.inspiresleep.com/en-us/careers/) 3. [Inspire Sleep – Investor Relations](https://investors.inspiresleep.com/overview/default.aspx) 4. [Reuters – Inspire Medical Systems Inc Profile](https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/INSP.K) 5. [Inspire Sleep – Careers Listing](https://www.inspiresleep.com/en-us/careers-listing/) ## Other roles at Inspire Medical Systems Inc. - [Therapy Development Representative - El Paso](https://feeny.ai/job/therapy-development-representative-el-paso-inspire-medical-systems-inc-el-paso-pwxt830hafea) — El Paso, TX - [Therapy Development Representative - Austin, TX](https://feeny.ai/job/therapy-development-representative-austin-tx-inspire-medical-systems-inc-austin-gmcfry2aja0t) — Austin, TX - [Therapy Development Representative - Dallas](https://feeny.ai/job/therapy-development-representative-dallas-inspire-medical-systems-inc-dallas-x1p5g9jhysqk) — Dallas, TX - [Therapy Development Representative - Des Moines](https://feeny.ai/job/therapy-development-representative-des-moines-inspire-medical-systems-inc-des-zh0k9me8gbr1) — Des Moines, IA - [Therapy Development Representative - Fort Worth](https://feeny.ai/job/therapy-development-representative-fort-worth-inspire-medical-systems-inc-fort-t27qryh4f0ey) — Fort Worth, TX - [Therapy Development Representative - Kansas City](https://feeny.ai/job/therapy-development-representative-kansas-city-inspire-medical-systems-inc-caa8a6w6g410) — Kansas City, MO - [Therapy Development Representative -Lufkin](https://feeny.ai/job/therapy-development-representative-lufkin-inspire-medical-systems-inc-lufkin-ybfkx0crpw6y) — Lufkin, TX - [Therapy Development Representative - Milwaukee](https://feeny.ai/job/therapy-development-representative-milwaukee-inspire-medical-systems-inc-0e80st57y1a3) — Milwaukee, WI - [Therapy Development Representative - New Orleans](https://feeny.ai/job/therapy-development-representative-new-orleans-inspire-medical-systems-inc-new-ehz6ehsqwbwx) — New Orleans, LA - [Therapy Development Representative - Oklahoma City/Tulsa](https://feeny.ai/job/therapy-development-representative-oklahoma-city-tulsa-inspire-medical-systems-1dewhdck6pnh) — Oklahoma City, OK