Clinical at Readville, Massachusetts

Sotalent; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work model

Diversity and inclusion culture

Job summary

Sotalent in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Clinical Scientist to lead oncology development within a global pharmaceutical context. The role blends scientific leadership with cross-regional collaboration to shape development plans and regulatory strategies.

You will drive study design, partner with medical monitors and regulators, and defend proposals to review committees, while guiding teams across the US and Europe under a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree with 6 years of experience, Master 4 years, PharmD 2 years, or PhD 1 year.
• Experience in clinical research or development within pharma, CRO, academic, or healthcare consulting.
• Strong understanding of GCP and ICH guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Deep oncology knowledge and ability to drive decisions in multi-regional teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a scientific lead for development teams in US and Europe.
• Author clinical protocols, study synopses, and development plans.
• Monitor trial data and provide go/no-go recommendations.
• Present and defend study designs before review committees.
• Collaborate with medical monitors and pharmacovigilance for patient safety.
• Liaise with key opinion leaders and regulatory agencies to influence strategy.
• Contribute to internal task forces with market insights by therapeutic area.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor degree with experience

Master degree with experience

PharmD with experience

PhD with experience

Job description

Job description

Remote: Hybrid

Clinical Scientist - Oncology

Our client, a leading global pharmaceutical organization, is seeking a talented Clinical Scientist to join their oncology research and development division. This role is based in Cambridge and operates under a hybrid work model. The successful candidate will provide scientific leadership for oncology pipeline programs across major global regions. You will be instrumental in designing and executing clinical development plans that guide novel compounds through the regulatory approval process. As a key member of a cross-functional matrix team, you will ensure that scientific integrity and data findings are at the forefront of every decision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a scientific lead for development teams in the US and Europe, ensuring regional activities align with global strategies.
• Author and contribute to critical documents including clinical protocols, study synopses, and comprehensive development plans.
• Monitor and interpret data from ongoing clinical trials to provide go or no-go recommendations that impact project timelines and product labeling.
• Present and defend study designs before scientific and corporate review committees.
• Manage the assessment of protocol conduct and patient safety in collaboration with medical monitors and pharmacovigilance teams.
• Act as a primary liaison with key opinion leaders and regulatory agencies to influence compound strategy and research programs.
• Contribute to internal task forces and provide market insights based on therapeutic area expertise.

Educational and Professional Requirements:

• Bachelor degree with 6 years of experience, Master degree with 4 years, PharmD with 2 years, or a PhD with 1 year of experience.
• Background must include clinical research or development within a pharmaceutical, CRO, academic, or healthcare consulting environment.
• Strong understanding of GCP and ICH guidelines alongside regional and global regulatory requirements.
• Deep knowledge of oncology or therapeutic areas relevant to specific mechanisms of action.
• Proven ability to drive decision-making within multi-disciplinary and multi-regional teams.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to simplify complex scientific information.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate program challenges.

Compensation and Benefits:

The anticipated base salary range for this position in Boston is 116,000 to 182,270 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidates qualifications, specialized skills, and professional experience. Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and career growth of their employees. Our client is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture.