Clinical development scientist

Posted:
1/4/2026, 8:12:40 PM

Location(s):
Best, North Brabant, Netherlands ⋅ North Brabant, Netherlands

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Workplace Type:
On-site

Job Title

Clinical development scientist

Job Description

As Clinical Development Scientist you will develop the clinical evidence strategy, execution and dissemination in support of assigned programs. You will provide input to the cross-functional team through strong critical scientific thinking to develop innovative solutions for evidence strategy development.

Your role:

  • Leading development of evidence generation strategies of assigned projects, working within a cross-functional team.
  • Creating subsequent clinical development / evaluation plans.
  • Developing strong collaboration with KOLs (Key Opinon Leaders) and Investigators.
  • Participate in the interpretation & dissemination of evidence generated from clinical evaluation plans such as Clinical Study Reports and Clinical Evaluation Reports.
  • Supporting clinical evidence discussions with regulators, advisory boards, associations and societies.

You're the right fit if you have:

  • MD, PhD / MS Degree in Science, or bachelor’s degree with equivalent experience.  
  • 3-5 years of years’ experience in clinical research / development function.
  • Experience with setting up clinical study and involvement in clinical research in the medical device industry
  • Proven medical writing skills with a strong ability to critically assess clinical literature.
  • We are open for people with a pharma/IVD/biotechnology medical writing experience background.
  • Strong scientific background and deep expertise in the development of clinical evaluation methods.
  • Deep knowledge and understanding of all applicable standards / regulations in clinical evidence generation and dissemination, including GCP, FDA requirements, EU MDR, NMPA (National Medical Products Administration), etc., and a broad understanding of the clinical operations required to execute evidence generation strategies.
  • Experience communicating with notified bodies is a preference.
  • Excellent communication skills, including written communication (e.g., peer review publication) and oral presentation of scientific materials and research results.


How we work together
We believe that we are better together than apart. For this role, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week.

About Philips
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If you’re interested in this role and have many, but not all, of the experiences needed, we encourage you to apply. You may still be the right candidate for this or other opportunities at Philips. Learn more about our culture of impact with care here.

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Philips

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Headquarter Location: Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

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