Clinical Development Scientist-Strategy

Job Description

We are searching for an experienced Clinical Development Scientist - Strategy to work within the medical diagnostic field as a key member of the Organization of Chief Medical Officer (OCMO) Global Clinical Affairs team. The main responsibilities of the Clinical Development Scientist - Strategy are to determine clinical strategy in conjunction with team members, write clinical protocols, analyze data, and write reports to support the clinical documentation of diagnostic devices in the field of tissue-based, and liquid biopsy cancer diagnostics. This position also engages we external partners, such as clinical research organizations, on areas of governance and strategic partnerships. Further responsibilities include contributing to overall clinical strategy, assist in forecasting/scoping of clinical needs on future/current projects. Additional responsibilities will be to support clinical evidence generation, in conjunction with cross-functional teams as part of the co-development process of companion diagnostics in the field of oncology. This position will support clinical trial study designs and execution, regulatory applications, and scientific marketing deliverables. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in clinical science/research and experience working in pharmaceutical, biomarker, and/or in vitro diagnostic clinical development. The candidate will work directly with pharmaceutical partners, Business Development personnel, R&D scientists, Clinical Trial Managers/ Clinical Research Associates, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Determine clinical strategy for Agilent’s in-vitro diagnostic devices.

• Scoping and forecasting clinical support of proposed and current projects.  

• Manages and oversees the governance, for internal and external stakeholders (Agilent and external laboratory sties, respectively).

• Lead clinical strategic initiatives such as scoping and forecasting clinical efforts on upcoming projects and coordinating Medical Affairs and Clinical Affairs publication strategy.

• Provide thought leadership on key relevant clinical topics to support strategy development and execution.

• Generation of content to support external validation studies including study design and authoring of study protocols and reports. May also contribute to cutoff/cutpoint determination studies, method comparison, bridging, and analytical concordance studies.

• Design and develop databases, Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems, and case report forms.

• Contribute to risk analyses, study quality control activities, and instream data monitoring in clinical trials.

• Ensure scientific validity of reported results including statistical analysis, tabulation, and presentation of data.

• Collaborate with regulatory and development teams during the submission process including authoring of clinical performance information and other documentation such as Instructions for Use (IFU).

• Provide clinical and scientific oversight of local marketing and commercial materials.

• Ensure effective, efficient and compliant Clinical Affairs processes including preparing, revising, and maintaining standard operating procedures for the conduct of clinical studies.

• Serve as the clinical science subject matter expert in cross-functional internal meetings as well as meetings with pharmaceutical partners and regulatory bodies.

• Author manuscripts, abstracts, whitepapers and prepare oral/poster presentations.

• Support audits and inspections as a clinical subject matter expert.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or advanced degree (e.g., Ph.D., Pharm. D., M.D.) in pharmaceutical, medical or relevant biomedical science fields. Advanced Degree preferred.

• 4+ years of experience in clinical research, medical writing, clinical science in the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry.

• Familiarity with clinical trial design, conduct, and oversight including biostatistics, and Good Clinical Practice.

• Ability to interpret regulatory standards, guidance, and laws.

• Strong scientific, medical writing, and presentation skills.

• Exceptional ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

• Must be able to work and make independent decisions, understand complex scientific and clinical data information, and be able to take the initiative to lead projects and assignments.

• Experience working with external partners and/or regulatory bodies including the FDA.

• Knowledge in oncology and/or pathology preferred.

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Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least April 6, 2025 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $100,720.00 - $188,850.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to diversity in the workplace and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required:

No

Shift:

Day

Duration:

No End Date

Job Function:

Medical/Clinical