Associate Director, Clinical Scientist

Vera Therapeutics; Brisbane (CA); Remote; USD 175,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company is seeking an Associate Director, Clinical Scientist to oversee clinical study development and execution. This remote position requires extensive scientific experience and a strong background in clinical research to ensure the integrity and regulatory compliance of clinical programs. Ideal candidates will possess exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

Annual performance incentive bonus

New hire equity

401k match

Flexible time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 9+ years related scientific experience OR 3+ years with advanced degree.
• Experience in clinical research focused on glomerular or autoimmune diseases.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute clinical studies ensuring scientific integrity.
• Assist design and execution of research studies for drug candidates.

Skills

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Scientific writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Ph.D., Sc.D., M.S., M.P.H., PharmD in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Document management systems

Reference management software

Job description

Title: Associate Director, Clinical Scientist

Location: Remote

About Us:

Vera Therapeutics (Nasdaq: VERA), is a late clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing treatments for serious immunological diseases. Vera’s mission is to advance treatments that target the source of immunologic diseases in order to change the standard of care for patients. Vera’s lead product candidate is atacicept, a fully humanized fusion protein self-administered at home as a subcutaneous weekly injection that blocks both B-cell Activating Factor (BAFF) and A Proliferation Inducing Ligand (APRIL), which stimulate B cells to produce autoantibodies contributing to certain autoimmune diseases, including IgA nephropathy. Vera is also considering evaluating the role of atacicept in other immunologic disorders. Additionally, Vera is developing VT-109, a novel, next-generation dual BAFF/APRIL inhibitor in preclinical development, and MAU868, a monoclonal antibody designed to neutralize infection with BK virus, a polyomavirus that can have devastating consequences in certain settings such as kidney transplant. For more information, please visit: www.veratx.com.

Our values are the cornerstone of our culture. Our values inspire us every day and guide everything we do—from how we hire great people, to advancing our mission together, to achieving our ultimate goal to improve medical treatment for patients suffering from immunological diseases.

Position Summary:

The Associate Director, Clinical Scientist will report to the Senior Director, Clinical Development and will be responsible for the development, evaluation, planning, and execution of clinical studies, ensuring scientific integrity and the interpretation of study data within a clinical development program. Working closely with cross-functional teams, contributing to drug-candidate development projects in both early and/or late-phase clinical development. The Associate Director, Clinical Scientist reports to Sr. Director, Clinical Development.

Responsibilities:

• Support or assist the Clinical Development lead for a program and/or contribute as a key member of the Clinical Study Team.
• Actively participates in program team meetings, scientific advisory boards, study steering committees, and data/safety monitoring meetings, and may contribute to collaborative activities with other departments.
• Maintains a strong understanding of therapeutic disease areas and drug candidates, including underlying disease biology, clinical manifestations, therapeutic standard practices, compound mechanisms of action, and the competitive drug landscape.
• Assists with the design and execution of clinical research studies for early and/or late-stage assets, contributing to strategy development and proposals grounded in scientific literature.
• Authors and/or reviews documents related to trials, such as medical monitoring plans, SAPs, informed consents, and clinical components of Clinical Study Reports. Supports regulatory document development, quality reviews, and cross-functional comment resolution.
• Prepares information for stakeholder meetings (e.g., investigator meetings, governance, DMCs, regulatory authorities, scientific advisory boards, study steering committees) and may present data at external investigator meetings (SIV) and internal collaborations.
• Supports clinical/medical data review, including safety monitoring activities and ensures patient safety in compliance with FDA, EMEA, ICH, and GCP guidelines, as well as applicable SOPs.
• Ensures consistent application of medical/clinical data review techniques across studies/programs and contributes to the drafting/updating/reviewing of medical/clinical data review plans for assigned studies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 9+ years of related scientific experience OR an advanced degree (Ph.D., Sc.D., M.S., M.P.H., PharmD) in a related field and 3+ years of related scientific experience.
• Experience in clinical research, with a particular focus on compounds in glomerular disease, autoimmune disease, or nephrology considered a plus.
• Strong ability to critically analyze, interpret, and summarize data in a clear, scientifically accurate manner.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with experience in collaborating across teams and building strong, positive relationships.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities within a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and strong project management skills.
• Solid understanding of scientific writing principles, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
• Proficient in scientific writing tools (e.g., Microsoft Office suite, document management systems, reference management software) and ability to quickly learn new software applications.

Vera Therapeutics Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer.

Vera Therapeutics is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. For this role, the anticipated base pay range is $175K+. The exact base pay offered for this role will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s geography, qualifications, skills, and experience.

At Vera, base pay is only one part of your total compensation package. The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual performance incentive bonus, new hire equity, and ongoing performance-based equity. Vera Therapeutics also offers various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k match, flexible time off, and a number of paid holidays.

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