Clinical Operations Intern

Nuvation Bio Inc. • San Francisco, CA

36d

About The Position

Nuvation Bio is a biopharmaceutical company tackling some of the greatest unmet needs in oncology by developing differentiated and novel therapeutic candidates. Our vision is to significantly change the practice of oncology by developing medicines that provide truly meaningful improvements in quality of life and survival for people with cancer. We are seeking a motivated and curious intern to join our clinical Operations team. Clinical Operations is the engine of our clinical trials, responsible for the execution, management and monitoring of trials that bring our new drugs from the lab to patients. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the planning, execution, and oversight of clinical trials in a fast-paced biotech environment. You will also gain understandings in the core functions of clinical research and the drug development process from the inside. The intern will support clinical trial activities and collaborate with cross-functional teams to help ensure trial efficiency and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university, pursing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Life Sciences, Public Health, Nursing, Pharmacy, pre-Med or a related field
• Strong academic record with a genuine interest in Clinical Research and drug development.
• Practiced organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with clinical system (eg CTMS, eTMF) is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-Solver - As an action-oriented self-starter, you're eager to apply your expertise in diagnosing inefficiencies, determining root causes, and recommending solutions to complex challenges.
• Personable - You establish and nurture highly effective relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders that support and advance project goals and objectives.
• Credible - Thorough understanding of clinical methodologies and providing sound analytical support, you quickly establish credibility as a reliable resource.
• Emotional intelligence, curiosity, and a knack to figure out a way to build something better
• Communication - Effectively listens, conveys, and receives ideas. Maintains a consistent flow of information. A strong presenter and effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Accountability - Acts with a clear sense of ownership - whether the task is in their role description. Holds yourself and others accountable to execute all tasks at hand through seen and unforeseen circumstances with high quality and integrity.
• Adaptability - Can manage in an environment of ambiguity. Embraces the change of a new system, process, technology, or idea in the organization. You could reassess priorities, alter goals and take risks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination and tracking of clinical trial activities (e.g., study start-up, site management, enrollment tracking).
• Help manage and maintain Trial Master File (TMF) documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.
• Support the creation and review of study documents such as site communication, training materials, and study manuals.
• Participate in vendor management activities, such as reviewing meeting minutes, tracking deliverables, and scheduling meetings.
• Help maintain clinical trial trackers and dashboards (e.g., enrollment status, site activation).
• Attend cross-functional team meetings and prepare meeting agendas or summaries as needed.
• Conduct literature reviews or background research on indications, competitors, or clinical trial benchmarks.
• Assist in quality control and reconciliation of clinical data and reports.
• Perform administrative tasks and other duties as assigned to support the Clinical Operations team.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees