Clinical Development Lead, Early Research & KOL Engagement

ONWARD Medical; Lausanne; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ONWARD Medical seeks a Clinical Development Lead – Early Research to coordinate a portfolio across ARC-EX, ARC-IM, and ARC-BCI platforms. The role partners with Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, and Clinical Operations to steer protocol development, study execution, and data reporting.

Based in Lausanne, the role emphasizes neuromodulation expertise and collaboration with investigators, KOLs, and cross-functional teams to align evidence with regulatory submissions and market access needs.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in neuroscience or related clinical discipline (PhD, MD, or equivalent).
• Strong ability to manage complex clinical projects across multicenter programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategic priorities into a structured early-research portfolio.
• Coordinate studies across lifecycle from concept to data analysis and reporting.
• Engage investigators and KOLs as scientific peers and ensure regulatory alignment.

Skills

Project management

Scientific communication

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

Advanced neuroscience degree

Job description

ONWARD Medical seeks a Clinical Development Lead – Early Research to coordinate a portfolio across ARC-EX, ARC-IM, and ARC-BCI platforms. The role partners with Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, and Clinical Operations to steer protocol development, study execution, and data reporting.

Based in Lausanne, the role emphasizes neuromodulation expertise and collaboration with investigators, KOLs, and cross-functional teams to align evidence with regulatory submissions and market access needs.