Clinical Biomarker Lead - Remote

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Clinical Biomarker Lead for a Remote position with a Global Biotechnology Company located in Aliquippa, PA. This is a 6 month contract opportunity.

In this vital role within the Precision Medicine Unit, the Contract Clinical Biomarker Lead will serve as a key member of the organization's cross-functional product teams, driving biomarker strategies that align with Precision Medicine goals. We are seeking a highly motivated scientist with expertise in clinical biomarker research and drug development within the Obesity and Cardiometabolic space to develop and execute biomarker plans that measure pharmacodynamics, target engagement, efficacy, and patient stratification.

Responsibilities:

• Lead development and execution of comprehensive clinical biomarker strategies for pharmacodynamics, target engagement, and patient stratification for cardiovascular disease programs
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal and external partners to enable biomarker strategy alignment and delivery of high-quality biomarker datasets
• Lead and partner with biomarker technical & operation sub-teams for clinical biomarker strategy implementation
• Contribute to the drafting and review of clinical study documents, including study protocols, informed consent forms, clinical study reports, scientific reports, and manuscripts
• Serve as an independent scientific contributor on projects/programs
• Apply expertise to solve complex problems and drive successful implementation of team objectives

Requirements:

• PhD in a relevant field required;
  PharmD, MD, or equivalent considered
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience, ideally in industry (5-7 years preferred)
• Strong expertise in obesity and/or cardiometabolic disease
• Proven track record in clinical biomarker research and drug development
• Experience leading and integrating cross-functional and technical teams
• Experience overseeing vendors/CROs for biomarker assays and sample operations
• Ability to independently solve complex scientific and operational challenges

Desired skills:

• Publication and authorship experience (manuscripts, scientific reports, study documents)
• Established professional network within the biomarker, translational medicine, or drug development space

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

• Medical
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• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

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