Basel Headquarter, Switzerland

Roche is hiring a Science Lead - Digital Biomarkers & Remote Patient Management

About the Role

Shape the future of clinical science through digital innovation. As Science Lead for Digital Biomarkers & Remote Patient Management, you will build and lead a high-impact scientific team within a data-driven research division, defining the strategic direction for digital outcome measures across clinical development and patient care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Establish and scale the digital science function within the Digital Biomarkers and Remote Patient Management chapter, setting technical standards and scientific vision
  • Design and implement a strategic roadmap for novel digital endpoints, from early research to clinical validation and integration into healthcare solutions
  • Lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists, fostering technical excellence and scientific rigor across biomarker discovery, algorithm development, and real-world evidence generation
  • Champion regulatory acceptance of digital endpoints by engaging with global health authorities and contributing to scientific consensus through publications and conference presentations
  • Collaborate across clinical development, data science, regulatory, and intellectual property teams to align digital biomarker strategies with broader therapeutic and product goals
  • Represent scientific leadership in cross-functional governance, shaping chapter strategy and long-term capability building
  • Advance external recognition through participation in industry consortia and scientific forums, positioning digital health as a cornerstone of modern clinical research

Qualifications & Experience

  • PhD-level degree in a quantitative life science or medical field with emphasis on large-scale data interpretation
  • Proven track record of high-impact scientific publications and contributions to clinical development decision-making
  • Over a decade of industry experience in pharmaceuticals or medical technology, with direct influence on clinical trial design or product development
  • Deep expertise in designing and analyzing longitudinal clinical studies using digital health tools
  • Demonstrated leadership in complex, matrixed organizations, with ability to align and inspire scientific teams
  • Recognized authority in digital health, with established networks across research, regulatory, and academic communities
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, with fluency in translating technical concepts for diverse audiences
  • Strategic thinker with a structured, problem-solving mindset, capable of navigating ambiguity and driving change

Our Culture

We believe progress in health begins with people who are empowered to think boldly and speak openly. Here, your perspective is not only welcomed—it's essential. You'll work in an environment where personal authenticity, scientific integrity, and collaborative inquiry are central to advancing care. Every contribution supports a shared mission: making healthcare more precise, accessible, and human-centered—for everyone, everywhere.

Required Skills
PhD in quantitative natural science or medical disciplinelarge-scale data analysisscientific researchpublication recordclinical drug developmentmedical device developmentdigital biomarkersremote patient managementsenior leadershipdecision-making in clinical developmentdigital health technology large-scale data analysisdigital biomarkersremote patient managementclinical endpointsclinical drug developmentmedical device developmentdata-driven decision makingscientific researchpharmaceutical industryleadershipquantitative natural sciencesmedical research
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Job Details
Department Digital Biomarker (dBM) and Remote Patient Management (RPM) Chapter in Roche Information Solutions (RIS) Data, Analytics & Research (DA&R)
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Posted 5 months ago