Clinical Design Physician, Neuroscience

Eli Lilly and Company

. Lead cross-functional Clinical Design teams for Phase II to Phase IV neuroscience clinical programs and studies .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeIndianapolis • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $198,000 - $356,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading clinical design for Phase II to Phase IV neuroscience trials, with a strong foundation in statistical science and the ability to communicate complex design principles effectively. Proven experience in regulatory compliance, patient recruitment strategies, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance clinical program execution.

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Medical Doctor or Doctor of OsteopathyBoard Certification or Eligibility in NeuroscienceClinical Research Experience in Therapeutic AreaStatistical Science Proficiency, Including Bayesian StatisticsGlobal/Multinational Design Experience

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial DesignProtocol DevelopmentStatistical AnalysisRisk AssessmentPatient Recruitment StrategiesRegulatory ComplianceData DisseminationProgram Design Best PracticesFeasibility AssessmentClinical Leadership

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsNegotiation SkillsInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

AI for Accelerating DeliverablesClinical Research ToolsStatistical Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification or Eligibility in Relevant FieldCompletion of LCME Requirements for Non-US-Trained Physicians

Industry Keywords

NeurosciencePhase II to Phase IV Clinical TrialsTherapeutic Area PathologyPatient BurdenDecentralized TrialsClinical Development StrategyPortfolio Clinical StrategyScientific Data DisseminationClinical Design Science InitiativesRegulatory Expectations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead cross-functional Clinical Design teams for Phase II to Phase IV neuroscience clinical programs and studies
Translate therapeutic-area and asset-team strategy into clinical development program and trial options
Present trial-design options to asset teams and senior leaders and adjust recommendations based on feedback
Bring medical and clinical perspectives to study protocol design
Assess how study/protocol features affect feasibility, value, patient and investigator burden, and execution efficiency
Contribute to asset strategy, target patient population identification, portfolio clinical strategy, and asset-specific clinical plans
Collaborate with clinical research staff on trial design and conduct, including sample size, patient commitment, timelines, grants, and governance interactions
Address regulatory expectations and clinical capabilities, including trial decentralization, diversity, accessibility, and patient burden
Review risk profiles and ensure appropriate communication of risks to study subjects through protocols
Support investigator identification and selection, participant recruitment and retention, and transition from design to execution
Maintain collaborations with external experts, thought leaders, professional societies, conferences, and consortia
Participate in scientific data dissemination, final reports, publications, and clinical design science initiatives
Evaluate medical literature, competitive-product data, and scientific developments relevant to the therapeutic area and products
Identify, apply, and share best practices for program and protocol design
Collaborate to improve protocol approval and study-startup processes and evolve Lilly standards, tools, templates, and practices
Provide clinical leadership in developing standardized and simplified processes, templates, and tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathy
Must be board eligible or certified in a relevant field, or have completed comparable post-medical school clinical training relevant to the country of hiring
US-trained physicians must have achieved board eligibility or certification
Non-US-trained physicians must have completed education and training at a medical school meeting LCME requirements
At least 3 years of pharmaceutical industry or research experience relevant to Phase II to Phase IV clinical trial design
Board certification or eligibility within Neuroscience or a related area strongly preferred
Clinical research experience in the therapeutic area
Strong understanding of therapeutic area pathology, pathophysiology, unmet needs, and treatment standards in major geographies
Strong foundation in statistical science, including Bayesian statistics, applied to study design
Ability to communicate effectively with statisticians and translate complex principles into design optionality and protocols
Global/multinational design or development experience
Willing to relocate to Indianapolis; alternatively, demonstrated ability to work effectively remotely in a hybrid environment
Willingness to travel for business-critical events and limited domestic and international travel
Fluent in English, with strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and negotiation skills
Ability to influence cross-functionally and within the function
Understanding of how design elements translate into delivery
Strong communication across presentations, meetings, protocols, regulatory documents, and varied stakeholders
Experience routinely using AI to accelerate deliverables

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company bonus depending, in part, on company and individual performance
Company-sponsored 401(k)
Pension
Vacation benefits
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Prescription drug benefits
Healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts
Life insurance and death benefits
Time off and leave of absence benefits
Well-being benefits, including employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities
Flexible/hybrid work environment if unable to relocate
Accommodation support for applicants with disabilities