Clinical Scientist

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; San Ramon (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in contact lens innovation is seeking a Clinical Research Manager to oversee advanced clinical studies for product development. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years' experience in the medical device industry, a strong background in research design, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position is based in San Ramon, CA, and may require occasional travel to clinical sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-years’ experience in contact lens or medical device industry.
• Understand biological and optical contributors to contact lens safety.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of clinical evaluation of product performance.
• Coordinate standardized clinical protocol execution.
• Conduct clinical assessments as Sub-Investigator.

Skills

Research design

Statistical analysis

Medical writing

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Clinical or Research degree in Vision Science

OD or equivalent + MS

PhD + 2 years

Job description

Overview

This client is an industry-leading company that’s leading the way in contact lens technology and innovation. In this role, you will manage advanced clinical research studies for product development initiatives in the contact lens industry.

Schedule: Day Onsite

Responsibilities:

• Plans and manages all aspects of clinical evaluation of product performance, including study design, clinical protocol writing, clinical study execution, performing or oversight of statistical analysis, clinical report writing, results delivery, and participation in R&D technical teams, under direction of clinical management
• Coordinates standardized clinical protocol execution with established clinical research centers
• Applies strong research design knowledge, hypothesis testing, and technical communication
• Maintains awareness of literature and other knowledge related to contact lenses
• Understands basic regulatory requirements related to medical devices (GCP/ IRB / Design Control/ FDA & ISO standards/ EU MDR, etc.) and applies knowledge under direction of clinical management
• Conducts basic clinical assessments; serves as Sub-Investigator under direction of Principal Investigator
• Actively applies learnings from prior experience, current trends in clinical research, and competitor awareness to product development activity and/or invention applications; publishes or presents in scientific forums as needed
• Travels to clinical sites as needed

Travel:

Occasional travel to clinical sites as needed

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2-years’ experience required in contact lens or medical device industry.
• (OD or equivalent + MS) or (OD or equivalent + 2 years) or (PhD + 2 years).
• Clinical or Research degree in Vision Science or Visual Optics or Physiological Optics, or Optometry/ Ophthalmology highly preferred.
• Clinical licensure in CA is desirable, but not mandatory.
• Research design, statistical analysis, medical writing, GCP and Design Control knowledge
• Understand biological and optical contributors to contact lens safety and performance
• Optometry/Ophthalmology knowledge and experience desirable
• Attention to detail, systematic and orientation toward careful meticulous work
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including appropriate use of medical and scientific terminology
• Ability to quickly assimilate and apply new information
• Working knowledge of computer operating systems
• Well-organized, ability to multitask and adjust to changing priorities

What happens next:

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry – even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management, Manufacturing, and Science

Industries

Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing