Senior Clinical Scientist (Ophthalmology)

Source One Technical Solutions; San Ramon (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking staffing services company as a Senior Clinical Scientist, where you will manage advanced clinical research studies in the dynamic contact lens industry. This role involves planning and executing clinical evaluations, applying your expertise in research design and statistical analysis, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will collaborate with R&D teams and external researchers, contributing to innovative product development. If you have a passion for science and a meticulous work ethic, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the medical equipment manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in the contact lens industry is required.
• Clinical licensure in CA is desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage advanced clinical research studies for product development initiatives.
• Plan and manage all aspects of clinical evaluation including statistical analysis.
• Conduct clinical assessments and serve as Sub-Investigator.

Skills

Research design

Statistical analysis

Medical writing

GCP knowledge

Design Control knowledge

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency with computer systems

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Ability to quickly learn and apply new information

Education

OD or equivalent + MS or OD or equivalent + 2 years

PhD + 2 years

Degree in Vision Science, Visual Optics, Physiological Optics, Optometry, or Ophthalmology

Job description

Senior Clinical Scientist (Ophthalmology)

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Source One is a staffing services company currently seeking a Senior Clinical Scientist to work as an employee of our client, a global medical device company in San Ramon, CA.

Job Details

• Target Salary Range: $150K to $162K
• Travel: Occasional travel to clinical sites as needed
• Location: San Ramon, CA

Job Summary

Manage advanced clinical research studies for product development initiatives in the contact lens industry.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

1. Plan and manage all aspects of clinical evaluation of product performance, including study design, protocol writing, study execution, statistical analysis, report writing, and participation in R&D teams.
2. Coordinate clinical protocol execution with research centers.
3. Apply research design knowledge, hypothesis testing, and technical communication skills.
4. Stay informed on literature and knowledge related to contact lenses.
5. Understand and apply regulatory requirements (GCP, IRB, FDA, ISO, EU MDR) under clinical management guidance.
6. Conduct clinical assessments and serve as Sub-Investigator under the Principal Investigator.
7. Leverage experience, current trends, and competitor knowledge to contribute to product development and scientific presentations.

Qualifications

• Research design, statistical analysis, medical writing, GCP, and Design Control knowledge.
• Understanding of biological and optical factors affecting contact lens safety and performance.
• Optometry/Ophthalmology experience preferred.
• Attention to detail, systematic approach, and meticulous work ethic.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including medical/scientific terminology.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new information.
• Proficiency with computer systems and strong Excel skills.
• Organized, capable of multitasking, and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Work environment includes office and ophthalmic exam settings.
• Physical effort is sedentary to light.
• Extensive contact with colleagues and external researchers.

Experience & Education

• Experience in the contact lens industry is required.
• Educational qualifications: OD or equivalent + MS or OD or equivalent + 2 years, or PhD + 2 years.
• Degree in Vision Science, Visual Optics, Physiological Optics, Optometry, or Ophthalmology preferred.
• Clinical licensure in CA is desirable but not mandatory.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Science
• Industry: Medical Equipment Manufacturing