Associate Director, Clinical Scientist

Proclinical Staffing; United States; Remote; USD 130,872 - 165,312; Part time

Job summary

A leading life sciences recruitment agency is seeking an Associate Director, Clinical Scientist to lead clinical studies in a remote capacity. Responsibilities include designing and executing studies, mentoring team members, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Applicants should have a strong background in clinical drug development and be authorized to work in the USA. Compensation is between $95.00 to $120.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pharmaceutical clinical drug development.
• Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory requirements and ICH-GCP guidelines.
• Ability to lead within a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead Clinical Scientist for assigned programs.
• Design and execute clinical research studies.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Pharmaceutical clinical drug development

Global clinical trials

Cross-functional management

Problem-solving skills

Analytical expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degrees preferred

Job description

Overview

Associate Director, Clinical Scientist – Contract — Boston, REMOTE USA

Proclinical is seeking an Associate Director, Clinical Scientist to join a fast-paced Immunology Clinical Research team on a contract basis. This remote role is based in the USA, and applicants must be authorized to work without sponsorship.

Primary Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will play a key part in the design, execution, and scientific oversight of clinical studies, ensuring the integrity and interpretation of study data.
• You will work collaboratively in a matrix environment with cross-functional teams, contributing to both early and late-phase development programs.

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degrees (PhD, MD, PharmD, MSc) in life sciences or healthcare preferred.
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical clinical drug development, with a strong track record in global clinical trials and program execution.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the clinical development process, regulatory requirements, and ICH-GCP guidelines.
• Strong cross-functional management, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead within a matrix environment, demonstrating confidence, diplomacy, and influence.
• Analytical expertise to assess program objectives and design impacts on data analysis.
• Initiative, creativity, and innovation in resolving complex problems and improving processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead Clinical Scientist for assigned programs or act as a delegate for the Therapeutic Area Lead Clinical Scientist.
• Participate in program team meetings, scientific advisory boards, study steering committees, and data-safety monitoring meetings.
• Represent the function in collaborative activities with other departments and external stakeholders.
• Maintain a strong understanding of therapeutic disease areas, drug candidates, and relevant regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMEA, ICH, GCP).
• Propose, design, and execute clinical research studies, contributing to strategy development supported by scientific literature.
• Develop and review clinical trial protocols, amendments, informed consents, medical monitoring plans, SAPs, and clinical study reports.
• Lead planning and preparation for external stakeholder meetings, including investigator meetings, governance reviews, and regulatory authority presentations.
• Conduct clinical and medical data reviews, including safety monitoring, to ensure patient safety.
• Identify risks and design mitigation strategies while promoting consistent clinical data review practices across studies.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members and cross-functional colleagues as needed.

Compensation

• $95.00 - $120.00 Per Hour

If you are having difficulty applying or have any questions, please contact Bodin Forsen at [e-mail].

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