Clinical Scientist in neurosciences

The Position

We are currently seeking a Clinical Scientist to join our global team based in Basel in the Early Development department in the Neuroscience and Rare Disease DTA. This role will primarily support our latest development priorities.

• Provide support in developing and/or preparing clinical science information for inclusion into the Clinical Development Plan
• Guided by the Lead/senior Clinical Scientist, contribute to protocol/ICF (writing or amendment), construct appropriate CRFs and coordinate cross-functionally
• Guided by the Lead/senior Clinical Scientist, contribute to internal/external clinical presentations and communications (e.g. investigator meetings, study site interactions, patient information, study newsletters). Present at appropriate internal meetings, e.g. Study Leadership Team. Contributes to abstracts, posters, content for scientific meetings
• Work with Lead/senior Clinical Scientists/Medical Directors/Clinical Directors and cross-functional groups to execute the Medical Data Review Plan, data interpretation and contribute to study reporting
• Work as medical monitor of phase 1 and phase 2 clinical trials in Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease
• Work on advanced imaging technique to measure neurodegeneration (e.g. neuromelanin-MRI) in Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease
• With guidance, contribute to Clinical Trial Application (CTA)/Ethics Committee (EC) written interactions, briefing packs, written responses to Health Authority (HA) questions, clinical science data/preparations for HA interactions and clinical data input to regulatory submissions

• Degree in Medicine required (e.g. MD, MBBS). An advanced clinical/Science Degree is highly preferred (e.g. PhD, PharmD, MSN, MPH, etc.)
• 1 to 3 years of clinical development experience. While prior experience is a plus, we are primarily looking for someone with high potential, strong motivation, and a willingness to learn
• Familiarity with governing laws, regulations, guidelines on global clinical trial execution is required and some knowledge of medical aspects of GCP (Good Clinical Practice), ICH (International Conference on Harmonization of Technical Requirements for Registration of Pharmaceuticals for Human Use), FDA, EMA and other relevant guidelines and regulation
• Good understanding of the multidisciplinary functions involved in drug development. Some therapeutic area relevant clinical trial experience or clear potential to assimilate with some support
• Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively within a geographically distributed global team

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.