Principal I Clinical Project Lead

About the role

At Alcon’s Clinical Research & Development Center of Excellence, the Principal I Clinical Project Lead will drive innovative vision‑science projects that translate bench‑side discoveries into clinically meaningful outcomes. Based on‑site in Bangalore, the role supports multiple product portfolios by designing and executing clinical studies that differentiate Alcon’s eye‑care solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Write and finalize clinical study protocols, ensuring scientific objectives and statistical analysis plans are met.
• Design source and case report forms tailored to each project’s requirements.
• Prepare and submit Clinical Trial Registrations and IRB applications.
• Process, review, and organise clinical data to guarantee accuracy and timely availability for analysis.
• Analyse scientific data, draft study reports, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to peer‑reviewed publications, abstracts, posters and presentations.
• Gather competitive intelligence from conferences, journals and internal sources, summarising findings into reports and slide decks.
• Maintain GxP compliance by following SOPs, documenting work and completing required training.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in ophthalmology, optometry or vision science.
• Hands‑on experience planning, conducting and reporting clinical studies for medical ophthalmic devices.
• Strong understanding of visual optics and vision‑science principles.
• Ability to read, write and communicate scientific information clearly.

Required skills

• Visual optics
• Vision science
• Clinical research methodology
• Statistical analysis planning
• GxP compliance