Associate Director, Clinical Scientist, Oncology

Job Description

Job Summary
This position drives scientific planning, strategy and execution of Phase 1-4 clinical studies. Under the direction of the Program Lead, you will collaborate with global, cross-functional team members including clinical directors and study managers to lead/support clinical trial scientific activities.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the clinical/scientific execution of clinical protocol(s).

• Serves as the lead clinical scientist on the clinical trial team.

• Collaborates with the Medical Writer on clinical/scientific and regulatory documents.

• Partners with Study Manager on study deliverables.

• Participates in the set up and design during study start up (e.g., database set up)

• Lead medical monitoring team in review and interpretation of clinical data/medical protocol deviations in collaboration with the Clinical Director.

• Builds talent and capabilities of direct/indirect team members through proactive coaching, mentoring and development opportunities.

• May include management of direct reports including assignment of resources, professional development, and performance management.

• May serve as a subject matter expert and/or participate on process improvement teams.

Required experience and skills:

• Demonstrated ability to drive and manage scientific activities on clinical. 

• protocols. This position may represent the company through external partnerships, collaborations, and key strategic engagements. This includes the ability to:

• Apply strong knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements (e.g., GCP and ICH)

• Manage multiple competing priorities with good planning, time management and prioritization skills.

• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret clinical trial data and synthesize conclusions.

• Interact with key stakeholders across department, division, and company. Role requires a proactive approach, strategic thinking and leadership driving toward study goals.

• Influence opinions and decisions of internal and external customers/vendors, across functional areas, and within the division.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively delegate and assign activities to meet the business needs.

• Problem solving, prioritization, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills.

• Build team capabilities through proactive coaching.

• Advanced communication, technical writing, and presentation skills

Minimum education required:

• Bachelor’s degree + 9 years OR Master’s + 6 years OR PhD/PharmD + 2 years

• Pharmaceutical and/or clinical drug development experience. Degree in life sciences, preferred.

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