Clinical Scientist Neurology | Basel, Switzerland | 100%

Clinical Scientist Neurology | Basel, Switzerland | 100%

We are currently looking for an experienced Clinical Scientist to join a global clinical development program focused on neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative Phase II and Phase III studies within a highly collaborative international research environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and authoring of key clinical study documents, including Protocols, Informed Consent Forms (ICFs), Clinical Study Reports (CSRs), and other regulatory and operational documentation.
• Contribute scientific expertise to the design, execution, and oversight of Phase II and Phase III clinical trials.
• Perform clinical data review, analysis, interpretation, and reporting to support critical development decisions.
• Act as the primary liaison for Data Management activities, including data cleaning, query resolution, and maintaining high-quality clinical trial data.
• Participate as the Clinical Science representative within global cross-functional Study Management Teams to ensure study timelines, quality standards, and deliverables are achieved.
• Monitor study conduct and progress, identify potential risks, and implement effective solutions to ensure successful trial execution.
• Present clinical findings and support internal decision-making through clear scientific communication.
• Provide scientific training and guidance to operational teams and study sites when required.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Neuroscience, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Clinical Scientist within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Strong experience in neurological indications, ideally including Multiple Sclerosis and/or Alzheimer’s Disease.
• Proven expertise in Phase II and Phase III clinical development.
• Hands-on experience authoring clinical study documents, including Protocols, ICFs, and CSRs.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with extensive experience in clinical data review, interpretation, and reporting.
• Thorough understanding of clinical development processes, study design principles, ICH-GCP requirements, and international clinical research guidelines.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Veeva.
• Previous experience working in global multidisciplinary study teams.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently and drive projects forward.

Additional Information

• Location: Basel, Switzerland
• Workload: 100%
• Start Date: January 2027 (latest February 2027)
• Contract Duration: Until the end of 2027 with potential extension
• Hybrid Working Model: Up to 2 days remote work per week
• Travel Requirements: Minimal international travel

If you have a strong Clinical Scientist background in Neurology and are looking to contribute to cutting-edge clinical development programs, I would be pleased to hear from you. Please send your updated CV via LinkedIn message or email.