Development Scientist

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at  .

About Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at  .

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

This position reports to the Global Clinical Development Lead for Biopharma and Ophthalmology Development. This position follows our hybrid working model and requires a blend of home and a minimum of 1 day per quarter at Bourne office, UK. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office. At Astellas we recognise the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home.

We believe this will optimise the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

The primary purpose of the Development Scientist will participate in the development of clinical strategies for assigned modalities or indications within the division. This position will work closely with the Global Medical Lead (GML), Operations Lead, and Asset Lead, and Medical Monitor, and is accountable for the design, implementation, monitoring, and analysis of clinical studies conducted within the assigned program. Development Scientists are expected to perform their responsibilities independently and have core knowledge of clinical development to enable increased participation in division and portfolio level initiatives.

• Responsible and accountable for activities related to all current and planned clinical trials (e.g., develop protocols, investigator brochures, CRFs, informed consents, and clinical study reports and review of clinical trial documents, study analyses, and reporting) on assigned development programs.
• Provides expertise to cross-functional team members to synthesize/contextualize data to facilitate discussion and timely decision making.
• Serves on the clinical sub-team with GML, Operations Lead, and Medical Monitor/Study Physician and supports preparation of clinical development plans, site identification and management, and DESC meetings.
• Under the guidance of study physician/med lead, perform medical monitoring activities (Review, analyse and triage patient data, generating reports
• Able to independently lead working groups and/or sub-team initiatives in support of protocol, disease area, or clinical development plan.

• Partners with GML in preparing for Health Authority (HA) Meetings and assists in addressing HA inquiries.
• Together with the GML and Product Responsible Person may prepare analysis for DMC/DSMB/DEC forums or regulatory submissions.
• Provides training at investigator meetings and site initiation visits with clinical trial staff, and partners with Clinical Operations and Medical Affairs in enabling appropriate enrolment into the clinical studies or registries. Collaborates cross-functionally to create, review, and/or present clinical slides for internal meetings and external forums.
• Supports engagement with potential and current sites (e.g. SIVs, investigator meetings, conferences, steering committee, advisory board meetings).
• Early and/or late phase studies
• Exhibits expertise related to Study Data Review and Analysis:
• Provides clinical input into statistical planning, data analysis and interpretation
• Provides clinical leadership and support for publication of data (manuscripts, presentations) and disease or technology related scientific publications
• Works closely with operations group for site and vendor feasibility, trial set up and monitoring.
• May lead the execution of contracts, particularly for investigator meetings and advisories.
• Supports efforts to develop strategic partnerships with Key External Experts (KEEs)
• Serve as key partner within Development Division in assessment of…