Clinical Researcher
Portugal
Clinical & Regulatory – Research & Dev /
Full Time /
Remote
Sword Health is on a mission to free two billion people from pain.
With 67% of members achieving a pain-free life and a 70% reduction in surgery intent, at Sword, we are using AI Care to change lives, and save millions for our 25,000+ enterprise clients across three continents. Today, we hold the majority of industry patents, win 70% of competitive evaluations, and have raised more than $300 million from top venture firms like Founders Fund, Sapphire Ventures, General Catalyst, and Khosla Ventures.
Recognized as a Forbes Best Startup Employer in 2024, this award highlights our focus on being a destination for the best and brightest talent. Not only have we experienced unprecedented growth since our market debut in 2020, but we’ve also created a remarkable mission and value-driven environment that is loved by our growing team. With a recent valuation of $3 billion, we are in a phase of hyper growth and expansion, and we’re looking for individuals with passion, commitment, and energy to help us scale our global impact.
Joining Sword means committing to a set of core values, chief amongst them to “do it for the patients” every day, and to always “deliver more than expected” on behalf of our members and clients.
This is an opportunity for you to make a significant difference on a massive scale as you work alongside 900+ (and growing!) talented colleagues, spanning three continents. Your charge? To help us build a pain-free world, powered by AI, enhanced by people — accessible to all.
Introduction:
Our Clinical Research Team plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality outcomes for our members by merging academic rigor with real-world applications. We’re excited to welcome a Clinical Research Specialist who is passionate about impactful research and eager to contribute to our mission of transforming lives. Whether you’re transitioning from academia or already experienced in corporate research, this is an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
What you'll Do:
- Conduct advanced data analysis and perform in-depth literature reviews on diverse topics.
- Execute longitudinal statistical analyses to uncover actionable insights.
- Collaborate on the development of clinical peer-reviewed studies, reports, and impactful projects.
What we’re Looking for:
- A PhD in life sciences (e.g., Medicine, Pharmacy, Bioengineering, Biology – mandatory).
- Research experience, ideally with post-doctoral work and publications in high-impact journals.
- Expertise in data science, advanced biostatistics, and longitudinal datasets.
- A data-driven mindset with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in English and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
What we would love to see:
- Autonomous and Results-Oriented: Capable of working independently while delivering high-quality results.
- Team Player: Collaborative, generous, and ego-free.
- Research Passionate with a Business Mindset: Loves research and understands how to align it with organizational goals.
- Feedback-Oriented: Open to giving and receiving constructive feedback to continuously improve.
- Dynamic and Resilient: Proactive in exploring new research avenues and adaptable to evolving projects.
€31,840 - €45,815 a year
Base: €23,233 - €36,510
Variable: €1,223 - €1,922
Net equity value per year: €7,383
These compensation bands are just the starting point. Once someone joins and proves they’re outlier talent, we adjust quickly to ensure their compensation aligns with their impact.
Our job titles may span more than one career level. Actual pay is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, location, market demand, and other factors. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base salary and any potential variable, bonus or sales incentives, and the Company’s estimation of the value of private company stock options, if applicable. The pay range is subject to change, future value of company stock options is not guaranteed, and compensation may be modified in the future. In addition to our total compensation, Sword offers a number of benefits as listed below.
Portugal - Sword Benefits & Perks:
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Meal allowance
• Equity shares
• Remote work allowance
• Flexible working hours
• Work from home
• Unlimited vacation
• Snacks and beverages
• English class
• Unlimited access to our Learning Platform
Note: Please note that this position does not offer relocation assistance. Candidates must possess a valid EU visa and be based in Portugal.
Sword Health, which includes SWORD Health, Inc. and Sword Health Professionals (consisting of Sword Health Care Providers, P.A., SWORD Health Care Providers of NJ, P.C., SWORD Health Care Physical Therapy Providers of CA, P.C.*) complies with applicable Federal and State civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Color, Citizenship, Gender, Gender expression, Gender identity, Gender information, Marital status, Medical condition, National origin, Physical or mental disability, Pregnancy, Race, Religion, Caste, Sexual orientation, and Veteran status.
