Team Description:

The Neuralink Clinical team is at the heart of an ecosystem that merges neuroscience, engineering, and medicine. We work to shape the future of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology through the planning, launch, and execution of groundbreaking human clinical trials. Our team is built on a foundation of excellence, aiming to uphold the highest standards of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) while redefining what’s possible and revolutionizing the way people interact with technology. Through strict compliance with ethical and regulatory protocols, we focus on ensuring the well-being of our trial participants while advancing the frontiers of neuroscience! Every day will bring fresh challenges and unprecedented opportunities to pioneer new approaches in the pursuit of our mission. From navigating regulatory pathways, designing trial protocols and documentation, and executing clinical trials, our team is instrumental in translating Neuralink’s BCI technology for use in people!

Job Description and Responsibilities:

As a Field Clinical  Engineer, you will be on the front lines of Neuralink’s clinical programs, working directly with participants, clinicians, and internal teams to translate cutting-edge neurotechnology into meaningful functional outcomes. This role is ideal for individuals with a background in PM&R, occupational therapy, or physical therapy who also have experience in medical devices and thrive in dynamic clinical environments.

You will play a critical role in bridging clinical care, engineering, and research by supporting device use, optimizing participant performance, and ensuring high-quality data collection in both clinical and home settings.

This role requires someone who is hands-on, clinically grounded, technically curious, and able to adapt quickly. You should be comfortable working with participants with significant neurological impairments and motivated by improving independence and quality of life.

In this role, you will:

• Work directly with study participants to support device use, training, and optimization during clinical sessions and at home
• Apply principles of rehabilitation (PM&R, OT, PT) to maximize participant outcomes and functional performance with the system
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, investigators, and site staff to ensure seamless clinical execution across all phases of the study
• Serve as the primary interface between participants and the technology, troubleshooting issues in real time and escalating when needed
• Support surgical and post-operative workflows, including intraoperative and early post-implant sessions where applicable
• Ensure high-quality, protocol-compliant data collection by aligning participant activities with study endpoints and data capture requirements
• Partner with clinical, engineering, and data teams to translate real-world use into actionable insights for product and algorithm development
• Identify trends in participant performance, usability challenges, and safety signals, and communicate clearly to cross-functional teams
• Contribute to development and refinement of training protocols, user workflows, and clinical best practices
• Support site onboarding, training, and ongoing engagement to ensure consistency and scalability across clinical sites
• Assist in preparation for regulatory inspections and ensure activities are conducted in compliance with GCP, protocol requirements, and internal procedures
• Travel to clinical sites as needed to support study execution and participant care

The ideal candidate:

• Has a clinical background in PM&R, occupational therapy, or physical therapy, with hands-on experience working with neurological populations (e.g., SCI, ALS, stroke)
• Has experience working with medical devices in a clinical or field-based role
• Is highly adaptable, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Is technically curious and able to engage with engineers to troubleshoot and improve system performance
• Communicates clearly and builds trust with participants, clinicians, and cross-functional teams
• Is detail-oriented and understands the importance of protocol adherence and data integrity in clinical research

Required Qualifications: 

• Clinical training and hands-on experience in PM&R, occupational therapy, or physical therapy, with a focus on neurological populations (e.g., SCI, ALS, stroke)
• 3+ years of experience in a clinical, field-based, or medical device–adjacent role (rehab, neuromodulation, assistive technology, or similar)
• Demonstrated experience working directly with patients and clinicians in dynamic care environments
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot clinical and technical issues in real time
• Ability to interpret participant performance, functional outcomes, and device behavior to inform next steps
• Comfort working with technology, including basic data review and interaction with software-driven systems (no need to be a coder, but not afraid of one either)
• Working knowledge of clinical research principles, including protocol adherence, endpoint-driven activities, and data quality expectations
• Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and general clinical study conduct
• Ability to collaborate effectively across clinical, engineering, and operations teams
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage both participants and highly technical teams
• High attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple participants, sites, and priorities simultaneously
• Willingness to travel frequently to support clinical sites and participants

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree or formal training in bioengineering, biomedical engineering, or a related field, with exposure to neurotechnology or implantable systems
• Experience working with neuromodulation, brain-computer interfaces, or other neurorehabilitation technologies
• Prior experience in a clinical field engineer, clinical specialist, or applications role within a medical device company
• Experience supporting surgical procedures, intraoperative environments, or early post-implant programming and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with signal-based systems (e.g., neural data, EMG, EEG) and comfort interpreting system performance in real time
• Exposure to rehabilitation technology integration, including assistive devices, digital interfaces, or adaptive control systems
• Experience supporting multi-site clinical studies or working directly with investigators and study coordinators
• Comfort working with data systems (e.g., EDC platforms, basic data visualization tools) to review participant performance and study metrics
• Understanding of usability, human factors, and patient-centered design principles
• Prior involvement in training clinicians or participants on device use and workflows
• Experience working in early-stage or rapidly evolving clinical programs where processes are still being defined

Team Description:

The Neuralink Clinical team is at the heart of an ecosystem that merges neuroscience, engineering, and medicine. We work to shape the future of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology through the planning, launch, and execution of groundbreaking human clinical trials. Our team is built on a foundation of excellence, aiming to uphold the highest standards of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) while redefining what’s possible and revolutionizing the way people interact with technology. Through strict compliance with ethical and regulatory protocols, we focus on ensuring the well-being of our trial participants while advancing the frontiers of neuroscience! Every day will bring fresh challenges and unprecedented opportunities to pioneer new approaches in the pursuit of our mission. From navigating regulatory pathways, designing trial protocols and documentation, and executing clinical trials, our team is critical  in translating Neuralink’s BCI technology for clinical use!

Job Description and Responsibilities:

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. You will be expected to:

Strategic Oversight & Relationship Management

• 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.

Operational Excellence & Scalability

• 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.

Compliance & Regulatory Stewardship

• 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.

Required Qualifications: 

Strategic Leadership & Clinical Expertise

• 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).

Data Intelligence & Analytical Rigor

• 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.

Communication & Interdisciplinary Integration

• 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.

Mission-Critical Mindset

• 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

Preferred Qualifications: 

Advanced Academic & Technical Background

• 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.

Strategic Clinical Leadership

• 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.

Innovation & Process Design

• 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.

Team Description:

The Neuralink Clinical team is at the heart of an ecosystem that merges neuroscience, engineering, and medicine. We work to shape the future of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology through the planning, launch, and execution of groundbreaking human clinical trials. Our team is built on a foundation of excellence, aiming to uphold the highest standards of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) while redefining what’s possible and revolutionizing the way people interact with technology. Through strict compliance with ethical and regulatory protocols, we focus on ensuring the well-being of our trial participants while advancing the frontiers of neuroscience! Every day will bring fresh challenges and unprecedented opportunities to pioneer new approaches in the pursuit of our mission. From navigating regulatory pathways, designing trial protocols and documentation, and executing clinical trials, our team is instrumental in translating Neuralink’s BCI technology for use in people!

Job Description and Responsibilities:

As a Clinical Scientist I, you will support the development, design, and execution of Neuralink’s clinical evidence strategy. This role focuses on translating product and research objectives into clinical study designs, supporting data analysis, and ensuring scientific rigor across clinical programs.

This individual is  a self-driven and analytically strong individual who can contribute to clinical strategy while executing with precision. The ideal contributor is detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

In this role, you will:

• Support the design and development of clinical study protocols, including endpoints, inclusion/exclusion criteria, and statistical considerations
• Contribute to clinical strategy by translating research and product goals into evidence-generating study plans
• Partner with other team members to support execution of clinical studies and ensure alignment between scientific intent and operational delivery
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, investigators, and external partners
• Support preparation of study-related documents, including protocols, investigator brochures, clinical study reports, and regulatory submissions
• Contribute to EDC and CRF design by ensuring alignment between protocol objectives, endpoints, and data collection strategy
• Translate clinical and scientific requirements into structured, high-quality data capture and validation approaches
• Assist in data review, analysis, and interpretation to evaluate safety and performance outcomes
• Contribute to development of abstracts, presentations, and publications
• Support interactions with ethics committees (e.g., IRB, RECs) and regulatory bodies as needed
• Ensure scientific and clinical activities are conducted in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), applicable regulations, and internal SOPs
• Identify data trends, inconsistencies, or risks and proactively communicate findings to the broader team

Required Qualifications:

• Familiarity with statistical methods or programming (e.g., Python, R)
• 5+ years of experience in clinical research or scientific roles within medical devices or related fields
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data
• Familiarity with clinical study design, endpoints, and data analysis concepts
• Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and basic regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 14155)
• Ability to work cross-functionally with clinicians, engineers, and operational teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly in scientific and technical contexts
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with neurological, neurosurgical, or implantable medical device studies
• Experience supporting protocol development, data analysis, or clinical reporting
• Publications or scientific presentations in biomedical engineering or neuroscience
• PhD  in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, or a related field
  

Additional Requirements and Competencies: 

• Willingness to travel (up to ~20–30%) to support site visits, investigator meetings, and study activities
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams
• Adaptability and comfort in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Commitment to scientific rigor, patient safety, and high-quality evidence generation