Clinical Scientist in neurosciences
About this opportunity
At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.
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.
We are a dedicated, collaborative team focused on meaningful lifecycle innovations that directly impact the neuroscience community. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to established science while addressing unmet needs in the Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, multiple sclerosis, and rare disease community.
The Opportunity
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.
Who you are
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.
Are you ready to make a difference for our patients? We are looking forward to your application – join us now and become part of our journey!
Who we are
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.
Let’s build a healthier future, together.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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