Clinical Scientist

BASIC PURPOSE: Supports assigned projects by interacting and communicating with investigative sites, study sponsors, and internal stakeholders to ensure quality and timely delivery of all clinical service offerings. The Clinical Scientist represents Clario scientific expertise at all external meetings. The Clinical Scientist co-leads all assigned projects with Project Management and collaborates crossdepartmentally to ensure the success of the project.<div><p>Clinical Scientists at <b>Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific</b> play a critical role in advancing clinical research by ensuring the scientific integrity and successful execution of global clinical trials. In this client‑facing role, you will serve as a trusted scientific partner to sponsors and internal teams, contributing directly to high‑quality evidence generation that supports life‑changing therapies. If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and enjoy combining scientific rigor with stakeholder engagement, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.<br> </p><p><b>What We Offer</b></p><ul><li><p>Competitive compensation</p></li><li><p>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage</p></li><li><p>401(k) with company match</p></li><li><p>Generous paid time off and company holidays</p></li><li><p>Flexible remote work arrangement within the United States<br> </p></li></ul><p><b>What You’ll Be Doing</b></p><ul><li><p>Serve as an external‑facing clinical representative with independent scientific responsibility for assigned international clinical trials, acting as a primary point of contact for clinical and scientific matters.</p></li><li><p>Co‑lead projects with accountability for scientific integrity, ensuring appropriate analyses, issue remediation, and clear communication to sponsors and internal stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>Participate actively in internal and external project meetings, including sponsor calls and investigator meetings.</p></li><li><p>Review, monitor, and proactively address study‑level metrics; develop and present study dashboards highlighting data trends, outliers, risks, and mitigation actions.</p></li><li><p>Resolve clinical quality, data integrity, and training‑related issues in alignment with study requirements and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).</p></li><li><p>Lead calibration of clinical teams, conduct rater training sessions, and implement remediation activities according to study‑specific training plans.</p></li><li><p>Provide scientific guidance and support to internal teams, sponsors, and external partners using effective communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.</p></li><li><p>Respond to and resolve external inquiries related to Clario scoring methodologies or clinical feedback.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate cross‑functional resources to ensure project milestones and deliverables are met.</p></li><li><p>Contribute to the development of project deliverables, including scale verification, electronic form development, and training materials for in‑person or virtual delivery.</p></li><li><p>Support Business Development activities by providing scientific input for feasibility reviews and RFP responses.</p></li><li><p>Build and maintain professional relationships with external consultants, key opinion leaders, and clinicians.</p></li><li><p>Participate in research initiatives and disseminate findings through publications, conferences, or other scientific forums.</p></li><li><p>Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of work instructions, process guidelines, and SOPs to ensure compliance with SOP and GCP standards.<br> </p></li></ul><p><b>What We Look For</b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree in life sciences or a related field preferred.</p></li><li><p>Minimum of five years of experience in the clinical research industry, with prior experience in a CRO or biopharmaceutical environment preferred.</p></li><li><p>At least three years of experience in a clinical scientist, clinical trial science lead, or similar client‑facing scientific role.</p></li><li><p>Minimum four years of hands‑on experience with administration and/or training of clinical rating scales and study endpoints.</p></li><li><p>Solid understanding of basic and intermediate research methods and statistics.</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.</p></li><li><p>Proven leadership through influence, with strong problem‑solving and independent critical‑thinking skills.</p></li><li><p>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to diverse and large audiences.</p></li><li><p>Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).</p></li><li><p>Ability to travel internationally approximately 10–20% and perform extended computer‑based work.<br> </p></li></ul><p>At Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, our purpose is to transform lives by unlocking better evidence. It’s a cause that unites and inspires us. It’s why we come to work—and how we empower our people to make a positive impact every day. Whether you're advancing clinical science, building innovative technology, or supporting our global teams, your work helps bring life‑changing therapies to patients faster.</p></div><p></p><p>EEO Statement Clario is an equal opportunity employer.  Clario evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status, or any other legally protected <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">characteristic. </span></p>

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