Clinical Scientist - Ocrelizumab Clinical Science

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The Position

Since its approval ten years ago, ocrelizumab has established itself as a standard of care for relapsing and progressive forms of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Our work, however, is ongoing. The ocrelizumab clinical science team continues to focus on improving patient experience and expanding access. We are currently seeking a Clinical Scientist to join our global team based in Basel, Welwyn, and the US. This role will primarily support our latest development priorities. 

We are a dedicated, collaborative team focused on meaningful lifecycle innovations that directly impact the MS community. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to established science while addressing unmet needs in the MS community and serving younger patient populations.

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.

• 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

• Bachelor’s Degree required (life sciences preferred). Advanced Clinical/Science Degree is highly preferred (e.g. PhD, PharmD, MSN, MPH, etc.).

• 0 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.

Ready to take the next step? We'd love to hear from you. Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity!

 

 

Where pay transparency applies, details are provided based on the primary posting location. For this role, the primary location is Basel. If you are interested in additional locations where the role may be available, we will provide the relevant compensation details later in the hiring process.

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.

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