Clinical Scientist PART TIME

Job Title:

Clinical Scientist

Job Description

The Clinical Scientist will collaborate closely with the clinical leader to develop clinical concepts and plans for molecules, with a particular focus on early oncology development. This role involves drafting protocol synopses, protocols, and amendments, as well as writing and reviewing informed consent forms. The Clinical Scientist will work with Clinical Operations on site selection and startup, and lead the writing of clinical sections for investigator brochures and NDAs/MAAs.

This position also requires representation on clinical study teams and involvement in data review, including safety data and serious adverse events.

Responsibilities

+ Write clinical development concepts and plans for molecules at all stages of development, focusing on early oncology development.

+ Draft initial and subsequent protocol synopses, protocols, and protocol amendments.

+ Write and review informed consent forms and adjudicate site-specific requests.

+ Collaborate with Clinical Operations on site selection and startup.

+ Lead the writing and updating of clinical sections in investigator brochures.

+ Write and review clinical and safety sections of NDAs/MAAs.

+ Represent the medical function on clinical study teams.

+ Review and interpret data listings, including safety data and serious adverse events.

+ Author clinical study reports and associated publications.

+ Create clinical study-related slide decks for internal and external use.

+ Train colleagues, CRO, and study site staff on therapeutic areas, molecules, and protocols.

+ Participate in opinion leader advisory boards.

+ Conduct therapeutic area/indication research and competitor analysis.

+ Build and maintain opinion leader and investigator networks.

+ Support Health Authority interactions and provide responses to inspection observations and internal audits.

+ Assist Medical Monitor for Phase 1 clinical trials, ensuring patient safety and guidance during study design, execution, and reporting.

+ Present study results to internal and external committees or advisory boards.

+ Author/review safety and efficacy summaries, clinical overviews, investigator brochures, risk management plans, and clinical sections of product labels.

Essential Skills

+ At least 4 years of industry experience in oncology.

+ Experience in early phase oncology

+ Participation in a clinical development program, preferably involving all stages of clinical trials.

+ Experience in clinical trials with small molecules.

+ Skilled in protocol design, interpretation, and medical monitoring.

+ Experience in assessing adverse events and patient safety in therapeutic clinical trials.

+ Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

+ Excellent written and oral communication skills.

+ Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and changing environment.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

+ Postgraduate qualification in clinical oncology, such as a Master's degree.

+ MD, Nurse Practitioner's License, Pharm

D, or PhD preferred.

Work Environment

The role requires working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, where collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential. The candidate should be prepared to engage in both clinical and operational activities, and be comfortable presenting data at international scientific meetings.

Forecasting 30 hours a week. Must be able to work PST

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of South San Francisco, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $140.00 - $190.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 5, 2026.

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