F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG

Experienced Clinical Scientist/Medical monitor in neurosciences

📍 4070 Basel

Role and responsibilities

Shape the future of global Phase 0–2 studies in Neuroscience and Rare Diseases, making a direct impact on patient care and innovative scientific research. Collaborate closely with Clinical Operations and Medical Directors to plan, execute, and oversee clinical studies in a supportive, high-performance team environment. Develop and write critical study documentation, including protocols and study reports, while guiding operational and regulatory strategies. Drive clinical data review plans and oversee study conduct, ensuring data quality from collection through to analysis, interpretation, and decision-making. Perform medical and safety data review in clinical studies and interact with study sites. Represent clinical science in study management, fostering a culture of excellence by training and supporting operations teams and study sites. Partner with Data Management to design clinical forms and instructions, while continuously reviewing clinical and safety data to ensure patient wellbeing. Advance scientific knowledge by collaborating with leading academics, contributing to publications, and representing our innovative research at global conferences.

Team / description

In Roche’s Pharmaceutical Research and Early Development organization (pRED), we make transformative medicines for patients in order to tackle some of the world’s toughest unmet healthcare needs. At pRED, we are united by our mission to transform science into medicines. Together, we create a culture defined by curiosity, responsibility, and humility, where our talented people are empowered and inspired to bring forward extraordinary life-changing innovation at speed.

Neuroscience & Rare Diseases (NRD) is committed to realizing the vision of the Roche One Pharma Strategy in Neurology to preserve and restore what makes people who they are. Research and early development activities center around large and rare indications within four major therapeutic network areas: Dementias, Multiple Sclerosis, Movement Disorders, and Neuromuscular & Neurodevelopmental Disorders. With strengths across diverse disciplines, Roche is uniquely positioned to lead in transforming science to medicines for patients with disorders of the nervous system.

More than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advancing science and ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Roche empowers employees to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep ambitions high to deliver life-changing healthcare solutions with a global impact.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Experienced and passionate clinical scientist.

  • 8+ years of experience in drug development and 5+ years in the clinical scientist role in different neurological indications, including Alzheimer’s disease, neurodevelopmental disorders and multiple sclerosis.

  • PhD in Neuroscience and over 8 years of experience in drug development and 5 years of experience supporting early clinical programs in neuroscience across different indications.

  • MD degree and experience as a medical monitor in Phase 1–2 clinical trials; considered a major plus in the role description.

  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with a proven track record in clinical data review, analysis, and reporting.

  • Solid understanding of clinical development processes, study design principles, and international clinical research and safety guidelines.

  • Collaborative, solution-oriented scientist who communicates effectively across teams, values diverse perspectives, and makes sound, independent decisions.

  • Excellent written, oral communication, and presentation skills.

  • Adaptable, able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment, and willing to travel occasionally to support study needs.