Manager, Strategic Clinical Research
About The Position
The Manager, Strategic Clinical Research will develop and advance clinical research projects demonstrating the clinical and economic value of Ceribell’s FDA-cleared products, with a focus on pediatric and neonatal product lines. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Clinical Research, the role translates research concepts into robust protocols and actionable plans in collaboration with Clinical Affairs, Data Science, and other internal and external stakeholders. The manager engages physicians and other experts, reviews literature, and advances assigned projects from initial design through data analysis, scientific dissemination, and commercial translation. The position calls for strong research methodology, independent project management, and the ability to move multiple projects forward with limited oversight while supporting the department’s broader evidence strategy.
Requirements
- Advanced degree (Ph.D., M.A./M.S., M.D., Pharm.D., or equivalent) in a scientific or clinical field.
- Formal training or demonstrated expertise in clinical research methodology, such as Clinical Research, Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics, or a related discipline.
- At least 7 years of clinical research experience, including at least 5 years in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
- Demonstrated success advancing projects from study design and development through execution, analysis, and reporting.
- Strong knowledge of clinical research design, protocol development, and statistical methods sufficient to inform rigorous study design across varied methodologies.
- Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple projects, proactively resolve ambiguity, mitigate risks, and drive deliverables forward with limited oversight.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in electronic health record (EHR) data, real-world evidence (RWE), and/or neurology, pediatric, or neonatal research.
- Experience with clinical research involving AI-enabled medical devices or software as a medical device (SaMD).
Responsibilities
- Translate research concepts and evidence gaps into research questions, protocols, and study plans aligned with the clinical evidence strategy.
- Collaborate with internal teams, external stakeholders, and study investigators to refine research concepts and develop feasible, fit-for-purpose study designs with appropriate scientific rigor.
- Conduct literature reviews to evaluate existing evidence, identify research gaps, and inform study design, endpoints, and methodology.
- Plan and develop a portfolio of research projects, tracking milestones, dependencies, and deliverables and proactively escalating risks or decisions requiring leadership input.
- Lead or contribute to the analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of study data in collaboration with research scientists and external statisticians, as appropriate.
- Partner with Commercial/Go-To-Market, Marketing, and other cross-functional teams to translate research findings into scientifically accurate product messaging and commercial materials.
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor.
Benefits
- Performance-based incentive compensation, varying by role.
- Equity opportunities.
- 100% employer-paid health benefits for employees.
- 50%–70% employer-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for dependents, depending on plan selection.
- 100% paid life and long-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) with a company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with a discount.
- Monthly cell phone stipend.
- Flexible paid time off.
- 13 paid holidays and 3 company wellness days.
- Parental leave policy.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
