Scientist, Translational Medicine

Neurocrine Biosciences; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Holidays and personal days

Parental/maternity and medical leave

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Neurocrine Biosciences is seeking a Clinical Operations professional to drive operational delivery for early-phase studies, coordinating CROs, labs, and assay development. You will track budgets, timelines, and study deliverables while ensuring GxP compliance.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Translational Medicine, Regulatory, and Data Management, leveraging Smartsheet and Excel to maintain rigorous documentation and timely data delivery.

Qualifications

• BS/BAMS with 2+ years of relevant industry experience or advanced degrees with experience.
• Operational rigor and attention to detail in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines with high accuracy and efficiency.
• Experience working with CROs and external laboratories in clinical studies.
• Strong written and verbal communication across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical Therapeutic Area operations for FIH and early-phase studies.
• Coordinate activities with CROs and external vendors for assays and labs.
• Track contracts, scopes of work, budgets, and timelines with stakeholders.
• Use Smartsheet, Excel and other PM tools to monitor deliverables and risks.
• Integrate operational plans into clinical protocols and study execution plans.
• Monitor vendor performance and escalate risks impacting timelines or quality.
• Collaborate across Translational Medicine, Outsourcing, Clinical Operations, Regulatory, QA, and Data Management.
• Drive planning and execution of specimen collection, testing, and data delivery.
• Maintain GxP-compliant documentation and inspection readiness.

Skills

Operational rigor

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BS/BAMS in Biology or Chemistry

MS/MS in Biology or Chemistry

PhD in Biology or Chemistry

Tools

Smartsheet

Excel

Job description

Who We Are:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and YouTube. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role:

Focuses on operational delivery of assigned Therapeutic Area (TA) activities, including vendor coordination, contract and budget tracking, and use of project management tools to ensure high-quality, on-time data delivery. Will support execution through vendor selection, fit-for-purpose method development and validation, integration into clinical protocols, and sample testing at CROs, working closely with Translational Medicine, Clinical Operations, and external partners.

Your Contributions:

• Support clinical Therapeutic Area operations for First In Human (FIH) and early-phase studies in alignment with Translational Medicine strategies
• Coordinate day-to-day activities with CROs and external vendors, including assay laboratories, and support fit-for-purpose development and validation of clinical assays
• Track vendor contracts, scopes of work, budgets, and timelines in collaboration with internal stakeholders
• Utilize Smartsheet, Excel and other project management tools to track operational deliverables, risks, and dependencies
• Support integration of operational plans into clinical protocols and study execution plans
• Monitor vendor performance and accelerate risks or issues impacting timelines, quality, or budget
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Translational Medicine, Outsourcing, Clinical Operations, Regulatory, Quality Assurance, Data Management, and other stakeholders to support strategy and execution
• Drive planning, implementation, and execution of clinical specimen collection, testing, and data delivery activities in close collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Maintain accurate documentation to support GxP compliance, ensuring activities are conducted in accordance with GxP requirements, internal SOPs, and applicable regulatory guidance
• Support inspection readiness by maintaining accurate documentation related to vendors, contracts, and execution
• Provide regular status updates and support additional operational activities as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• BS/BAMS in Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific field AND 2+ years of relevant industry experience OR MSMS in Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific field AND some relevant industry experience OR PhD in Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific field AND some relevant industry experience
• Operational rigor and attention to detail
• Consistent ability to meet multiple deadlines, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
• Strong execution mindset with ability to anticipate and manage risks
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Ability to translate scientific and operational requirements into actionable plans
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across functions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience supporting first-in-human or early-phase clinical studies
• Experience working with CROs and external laboratories supporting clinical studies
• Strong organizational and project management skills; experience with Smartsheet preferred
• Familiarity with clinical biomarker workflows and early clinical development
• Working knowledge of GxP requirements and biomarker or bioanalytical operations
• Experience working with CROs to support clinical assay development and sample testing
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Additional Information:

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer. We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements.

Additional Benefits:

The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $89,800.00-$123,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 20% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program.

Benefits offered include:

• retirement savings plan (with company match)
• paid vacation
• holiday and personal days
• paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Company Recognition:

We are a top place to work. Neurocrine Biosciences was named one of the FORTUNE Best Workplaces in Biopharma 2025. We were also named a Great Place to Work Certified company.

Our Values:

• PASSION: We are driven and love what we do. We are committed to our goals and to making a difference.
• INTEGRITY: We do the right thing for patients and our community. We take accountability. We speak up.
• COLLABORATION: We trust one another. We are inclusive. We are respectful. We are transparent. Together we succeed.
• INNOVATION: We seek and create optimal solutions.
• TENACITY: We do not quit. We adapt. We accomplish what others cannot.

Come join our team during this exciting time of growth and opportunities!