Clinical Scientist

Arcus Biosciences•Hayward, CA

9d•$165,000 - $180,000

About The Position

The Clinical Scientist will contribute to the scientific, clinical, and operational scope of clinical development programs, with an emphasis on protocol-specific activities. The role helps drive the design, planning, and implementation of study protocols for assigned investigational products and may support related regulatory activities. Working on cross-functional study management teams, the Clinical Scientist supports the design, execution, and monitoring of clinical trials, assists with data interpretation and communication to internal and external stakeholders, and may contribute to clinical department process improvement initiatives. The position can be based at the Hayward or Brisbane, California locations, which are preferred, or be remote. Physical requirements are primarily those of a sedentary office setting, including using standard office equipment and a computer, communicating in person and remotely, and occasionally standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, or pulling. Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience at a pharmaceutical, CRO, or biotechnology company as a clinical scientist or in a related role.
A master's or PhD degree in a health science field, PharmD, MD or non-U.S. equivalent, or another relevant advanced degree in a health science field.
Experience in oncology clinical trials.
Experience with data analysis and interpretation and an understanding of safety and pharmacovigilance principles.
Ability to think innovatively and tactically, with an interest in clinical research and drug development.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate, interpret, and present complex scientific data (preclinical, clinical, and translational) to inform scientific hypotheses and development strategy.
Working knowledge of biostatistics, GCP, and regulatory requirements for clinical studies.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based matrix environment and independently as appropriate; flexibility to accommodate changes in team and project needs.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to make independent, timely, and appropriate decisions.

Responsibilities

Partner with cross-functional teams, with oversight from senior team members, to conduct clinical studies, including operational feasibility, data management deliverables, meeting materials, communication plans, safety and medical monitoring, status update reports, and study close-out activities.
Support senior team members with medical monitoring reports, safety reviews, site interactions, and review of tables, figures, and listings (TFLs).
Provide analytical support for clinical trial safety and efficacy data, including gathering, analyzing, reviewing, interpreting, and providing preliminary assessments and recommendations, as applicable.
Analyze information to assess issues relating to protocol conduct and individual subject safety.
Assist in communicating a clear overview of trial results.
Provide organizational support for Data Monitoring Committees and other applicable data review committees, including operationalizing the charter, preparing updates and data reviews, executing meetings and adjudications, and communicating synthesized data reports.
Contribute to authoring study protocols, clinical study reports, investigator brochures (IBs), informed consent forms (ICFs), training documents, and other clinical and regulatory documents.
Interact with internal and external stakeholders, including study sites, vendors, and committees, in support of clinical trial objectives.
Conduct literature reviews as needed.
May support internal process improvement initiatives within the clinical department.