Clinical Scientist, Contractor

Aura Biosciences

4d•Remote

About The Position

Aura Biosciences is seeking a highly motivated Clinical Scientist Contractor to join its Clinical Development organization. This role is a key scientific contributor to cross-functional study teams and supports the design, execution, analysis, interpretation, and communication of Aura’s clinical programs. The Clinical Scientist works closely with the Vice President of Clinical Development and colleagues across Medical, Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, Safety, Data Management, Regulatory, and other functions to translate clinical strategy into high-quality studies and actionable scientific evidence. The role calls for strong scientific and clinical judgment, hands-on engagement with clinical data and study execution, and cross-functional problem solving. This is a remote contractor role for someone physically located in the UK and authorized to work legally in the UK. The position is full-time at 40 hours per week, with an expected contract duration of one year and the possibility of extension or conversion depending on business need. Travel of approximately 10–20% is expected, domestically and internationally, as required for study activities and other business needs.

Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant experience in clinical research or drug development within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or medical devices.
Experience supporting the conduct, analysis, and reporting of interventional clinical trials.
Demonstrated ability to review and interpret clinical and scientific data and translate findings into clear conclusions and recommendations.
Strong understanding of clinical trial methodology, GCP, and relevant regulatory requirements.
Strong scientific writing, presentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to take ownership, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Must be physically located in the UK.
Must be authorized to work legally in the UK.

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree in a relevant scientific or health-related discipline (PhD, PharmD, OD, or equivalent) is strongly preferred; candidates with an MS, MPH, or another relevant advanced degree and substantial clinical development experience may also be considered.
Experience in ophthalmology, oncology, or rare disease drug development.
Experience with Phase 2 and/or Phase 3 clinical development.
Hands-on experience reviewing efficacy and safety data, including patient profiles, listings, tables, and figures.
Experience contributing to regulatory submissions or interactions with health authorities.

Responsibilities

Conduct ongoing review and interpretation of clinical trial data, including safety, efficacy, study conduct, and data quality.
Identify emerging clinical trends, inconsistencies, and data issues, and work proactively across functions to resolve them in a timely manner.
Partner with Biostatistics and Data Management on data review plans, patient profiles, listings, tables, figures, data cleaning, and database lock activities.
Serve as a clinical-science resource for study teams and partner with Clinical Operations to support high-quality study execution.
Provide clinical and scientific input to clinical development plans, study design, and analysis approaches.
Author or contribute to protocols and amendments, clinical study reports, investigator brochures, regulatory briefing documents, health authority responses, and other key clinical documents.
Evaluate emerging clinical data, scientific literature, and competitive programs to inform study and development strategy.
Ensure clinical data and scientific rationale are presented clearly, accurately, and consistently across clinical and regulatory deliverables.
Develop clear presentations of clinical data for study teams, internal governance, and external scientific audiences.
Contribute to abstracts, posters, presentations, manuscripts, and other scientific communications.
Maintain current knowledge of ocular oncology, ophthalmology, oncology drug development, and the therapeutic landscape relevant to Aura’s programs.
Collaborate across Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, Data Management, Safety, Regulatory Affairs, and other functions.
Communicate clinical insights, risks, and recommendations clearly, bringing a patient-focused, evidence-based perspective to decision-making.
Help develop fit-for-purpose clinical-science processes and ways of working for a growing biotechnology company.
Demonstrate scientific rigor, accountability, flexibility, and willingness to work across traditional functional boundaries.
Travel domestically and internationally as required for study activities and other business needs.