Clinical Program Manager

Neuralink•Austin, TX

About The Position

As a Clinical Program Manager, you will be the primary architect of Neuralink’s human clinical trial operations, transforming high-level strategy into rigorous, executable clinical programs. We are seeking a high-autonomy leader who thrives on ambiguity and drives projects to completion with surgical precision. In our hyper-dynamic environment, you aren't just managing timelines—you are building the infrastructure for the future of neurotechnology.

Requirements

Extensive Industry Tenure: 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in clinical research, specifically within Class III medical devices, neurology, or high-complexity life sciences.
Clinical Architecture: Advanced proficiency in clinical study design, endpoint selection, and the development of robust data analysis plans for first-in-human or pivotal trials.
Regulatory Mastery: Deep technical knowledge of Global Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and international regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 14155, MDR, FDA 21 CFR Part 812).
Quantitative Fluency: Professional experience leveraging statistical methods or programming languages (Python, R) to drive data-led decision-making and trial optimization.
Complex Problem Solving: Proven track record of interpreting multi-dimensional datasets and translating complex scientific findings into executive-level strategy.
Meticulous Precision: A high-level of organizational rigor with the ability to manage competing high-priority workstreams in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
Cross-Functional Catalyst: Demonstrated success leading integration between neural engineering, clinical neurosurgery, and regulatory affairs to achieve unified program goals.
Scientific Diplomacy: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex technical and clinical concepts for diverse audiences, from internal engineers to external ethics committees.
Operational Autonomy: A self-starting leader who initiates critical workstreams independently and maintains a relentless focus on deadline accuracy and operational efficiency.
High-Stakes Resilience: A documented history of thriving in high-pressure, rapidly evolving environments where pivots are frequent and the margin for error is razor-thin.
Advocacy & Influence: Strong presence and "scientific diplomacy" skills, with the ability to represent Neuralink’s clinical vision to world-class neurosurgeons, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and global health authorities

Nice To Haves

Advanced Degree: PhD, MD, or Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Clinical Research, or Biological Sciences).
Neurotech Specialization: Direct experience managing clinical trials for Class III active implantable medical devices (AIMDs), specifically Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI) or Neuromodulation systems.
Computational Fluency: Advanced proficiency in Python or R for automated data visualization, clinical dashboarding, or sophisticated statistical modeling.
First-in-Human (FIH) Mastery: Proven success in leading Early Feasibility Studies (EFS) and navigating the unique safety and ethical rigors of pioneering human trials.
Global Expansion Experience: Experience scaling clinical operations across international jurisdictions, including familiarity with O-US regulatory bodies and localized clinical trial infrastructure.
Financial Stewardship: Demonstrated expertise in multi-million dollar budget management, including sophisticated resource allocation and vendor contract optimization.
Clinical Systems Architecture: Experience implementing and optimizing Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS), Electronic Data Capture (EDC), and eTMF platforms for high-growth environments.
Agile Clinical Operations: Ability to apply "lean" or "agile" methodologies to clinical trial workflows, reducing cycle times while maintaining absolute compliance.
Interdisciplinary Synthesis: A rare ability to translate high-level engineering specifications into clinical protocols that are both scientifically rigorous and operationally feasible for surgical teams.

Responsibilities

Act as the Principal Lead for complex clinical programs, owning end-to-end delivery and ensuring all milestones align with broader organizational objectives.
Cultivate High-Stakes Partnerships across internal engineering and regulatory teams, as well as external vendors, strategic partners, and world-class clinical research sites.
Champion Stakeholder Readiness by overseeing the training and credentialing of cross-functional teams, ensuring every contributor is equipped to operate within the trial’s rigorous requirements.
Engineer Scalable Frameworks to expand clinical operations across diverse global geographies, prioritizing safety, quality, and regulatory compliance at every inflection point.
Lead Commercial & Financial Negotiations with trial sites, driving contract execution, budget optimization, and long-term financial planning to maximize trial efficiency without compromising site engagement.
Drive Data Intelligence by leading the synthesis and analysis of clinical data to provide actionable insights for program refinement.
Navigate Global Regulatory Landscapes to secure study approvals and maintain impeccable standing with Institutional Review Boards (IRB), Research Ethics Committees (REC), and relevant governing bodies.
Enforce Rigorous Quality Standards, maintaining an expert-level command of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), international regulatory requirements, and site-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Foster a Culture of Accountability, proactively identifying operational risks and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure the integrity of the clinical program.

Benefits

An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
Paid holidays
Commuter benefits
Meals provided
Equity (RSUs) Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
401(k) plan Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours
Parental leave Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
Flexible time off Temporary Employees & Interns excluded