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Application Consultant roles involve implementing software solutions for clients, requiring a combination of technical knowledge and communication skills. Many consulting firms sponsor OPT students, particularly in enterprise software and ERP sectors. Your 12-month OPT period (or 24-month STEM extension if your degree qualifies) gives you a real window into this field.
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Company Description
Brainlab revolutionized digital medical technology with the introduction of software for radiosurgery and surgical navigation. Today, Brainlab is an industry leader in digital surgery, radiotherapy and integrated operating rooms.
Serving physicians, medical professionals and patients in 6,000+ hospitals in 121 countries, we’re transforming healthcare to improve the lives of patients everywhere.
We employ over 2,000 people in 25 locations worldwide. Close-knit teams made of talented, curious and authentic people are working together toward a common goal.
Together we’re dedicated to making an impact.
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Job Description
Region of Responsibility: Texas and neighboring states to be determined by the manager.
Open Position Overview: The Radiotherapy Application Consultant will be responsible for training and supporting the following core products in the areas of IGRT/SGRT and Treatments planning that focus on image processing and software enrichment and planning. The customer call points for the product portfolio primarily focus on Radiation Oncologists, Neurosurgeons, Medical Physicists, Radiation Therapists, Dosimetrists and Administrators.
Responsibilities:
- Maximize product portfolio penetration into the existing install base.
- Maintains complete transparency of responsible Radiotherapy install base.
- Work with Area Sales Managers to design and implement upgrade paths for complete install base.
- Document upgrade projects for existing install base in salesforce.
- Update clinical usage report for each account into salesforce quarterly.
- Document quarterly upgrade status and strategy on complete install base.
- Actively work and promote regional meetings for your respective region.
- Become proficient in the On-Site Applications Training (OAT) Courses for Exactrac.
- Be a certified expert to assist customers with all aspects of elements.
- Be a certified expert to assist customers with Exactrac Case coverages.
- Provide focused support post installation for both elements and ExacTrac to ensure confidence and utilization in the product.
- Responsible for visiting all Brainlab Radiotherapy accounts in region a minimum three times per year with primary goals of maximizing utilization and understanding the utilization of platform/s by indication.
- Become an expert on your RT install base.
- Liaison for RT peer to peer discussions.
- Lead Element software update installation for respective region as directed.
- Support the Regional Marketing Manager in acquiring information from RT sites needed for marketing projects and initiatives.
- Constantly communicates with Regional Marketing Manager providing feedback on product development based on market surveillance and communications with sales and customers.
- Responsible for meeting salesforce.com expectations regarding documentation of contacts, complaint handling and case management.
- Assist in Market Transparency through documentation in salesforce.
- Supports pre-sales activities as Application Expert in presentations, evaluations, and customer meetings.
- Proficient in all aspects of quotebase and configuration of technology.
- Coordinates and or assist in on-site visitations of other customers at key centers.
- Assist sales and take responsibility for product demonstrations during site visits.
- Assists sales in the presentation when assistance is needed with key accounts.
- Focus on penetration of all radiotherapy/radiosurgery product into global top 300 target accounts.
- Responsible for timely completion of his/her own projects.
- Establishes close personal bond to all radiotherapy users within the region.
- Identify customers that are underutilizing installed applications. Provide data and set quantitative objectives and implement action plan.
- Facilitates publication of studies/presentations at congresses.
- Develop and manage install base for respective region and document activities and outcomes for install base.
- Assist in coordination of training course for respective region.
- Coordinates pre-sales training to prospective customers.
- Brainlab expert for responsible sales counterparts.
- Communicate in a courteous manner with all customers and their respective team members, company vendor reps, partners and other Brainlab employees.
- Set a professional example within the company.
Travel requirements: ~75+ nights per year.
Compensation Package:
Base salary minimum of 90k + eligible commissions, bonuses, and benefits.
- Competitive Performance Based Variable Compensation.
- Car Allowance: Monthly fixed car allowance and mileage reimbursement (Motus).
- Travel expenses: Brainlab reimburses travel expenses.
- Additional Benefits: 401K-company match, laptop, iPhone, medical & dental insurance, short term and long-term disability.
Qualifications
- BA/BS preferred, or equivalent experience.
- Radiation Therapist (RTT) preferred but not required.
- Dosimetry background preferred but not required.
- Must be a road warrior, with a willingness and desire to travel constantly.
- Documented success in prior positions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated, detail oriented and a proven history of ability to make independent decisions.
- Previous experience communicating with healthcare professionals.
- Superior customer relations proficiency and experience working closely with clinical staff.
- Strong presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- High comfort level with software and technology, in general.
Additional Information
In return for the experiences listed above we will provide a business casual environment, competitive compensation package including medical, dental, life, LTD, STD, and matching 401k benefits and much more.
Brainlab, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Brainlab participates in E-Verify. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to us.hr@brainlab.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Application Consultant
Lead with your technical stack
Application Consultant roles are won on specificity. List every enterprise platform, ERP system, or software tool you've worked with. Consulting firms screen for platform familiarity before anything else, so bury nothing relevant in your resume.
Target firms with active implementation practices
Large consulting firms and software vendors with dedicated implementation divisions sponsor OPT students most consistently. Focus on organizations with enterprise software practices rather than general staffing or boutique IT shops with no sponsorship history.
Frame your degree as client-facing preparation
Hiring managers want consultants who can translate technical concepts for non-technical clients. Highlight coursework or projects where you communicated complex systems to non-specialists. This directly addresses the core concern about OPT candidates needing extra onboarding.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Consulting firms plan project staffing months ahead. Being clear about your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility early lets them assess fit before investing in interviews. Ambiguity about work authorization slows the process and can cost you offers.
Get certified on a major platform before applying
Salesforce, SAP, Oracle, and ServiceNow all offer entry-level certifications. Holding even one before your first interview signals genuine commitment to the field and gives hiring managers a concrete reason to sponsor your work authorization.
Apply through OPT-focused channels
General job boards surface thousands of roles where OPT sponsorship is unlikely. Searching through Migrate Mate surfaces Application Consultant positions at employers who have actively sponsored OPT students, which significantly improves your conversion rate on applications.
Application Consultant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Application Consultant roles typically sponsor OPT students?
Yes, many do. Consulting firms and enterprise software vendors regularly hire OPT students, particularly for roles requiring technical skills in ERP, CRM, or cloud platforms. Sponsorship is most common at larger firms with structured onboarding programs. Migrate Mate lists Application Consultant roles specifically at employers with OPT sponsorship history, so you can filter out the noise.
Does an Application Consultant role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree. If your undergraduate or graduate degree is in a STEM-designated field, such as computer science, information systems, or engineering, and the job involves applying that technical knowledge, the role can qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. The job itself must also be directly related to your degree field for DSO approval.
What academic backgrounds do Application Consultant employers look for in OPT candidates?
Most firms hire from computer science, information systems, business analytics, and management information systems programs. Some enterprise software vendors also consider engineering and data science graduates. The key requirement is that your degree relates to the technical domain the consulting role covers, whether that's finance systems, supply chain software, or cloud infrastructure.
How soon should I start applying as an OPT student for Application Consultant roles?
Start applying at least three months before your OPT start date. Consulting firms often run multi-round interview processes, and onboarding timelines can add several weeks. If you're entering a new OPT period after graduation, earlier is better. Firms with active implementation projects prefer candidates who can start within a predictable window.
Can I work for a consulting firm as a contractor on OPT?
OPT requires that you work for an employer directly related to your degree field, but it does not require traditional W-2 employment in all cases. However, self-employment and independent contracting on OPT carries significant compliance risk and is generally not recommended without guidance from your DSO. A direct hire arrangement with a consulting firm is the safer and more common path.