Sr. Clinical Scientist

The Senior Clinical Scientist is involved in the design, monitoring, and data analysis of the Company's early and late-phase clinical trials. As such, the Senior Clinical Scientist is an important and visible member of the Clinical Development team. The Senior Clinical Scientist position is based in the United States ideally the Scientist will work hybrid from our Palo Alto, CA office but we may consider a remote arrangement for the right candidate.

• For clinical trials: design, provide oversight, and support site and subject retention
• Ensure successful completion of documents (including clinical trial protocols, investigator brochures, monitoring plans, site training materials, clinical study reports, health authority responses, standard operating procedures, etc.) with cross-functional team members
• Participate on study teams and cross-functional teams as appropriate, and as delegated by the Vice President, Clinical Development
• Ensure consistent use of language and criteria across multiple endocrine projects
• Ensure study integrity, and track accumulating safety and efficacy data
• Anticipate obstacles within a clinical trial, and implement solutions
• Analyze, evaluate, and support accurate interpretation and reporting of clinical data
• Contribute to drafting and reviewing clinical documents, manuscripts, presentations, and regulatory submissions
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant science, medical information, good clinical practices, and regulatory guidance
• Collaborate with and serve as a clinical research resource for cross-functional colleagues to optimize product development
• Cultivate relationships with investigative sites, clinical consultants, and key opinion leaders to represent the interests of the company
• Support corporate strategic and organizational initiatives
• Assist with commercial activities as needed
• Complete assigned tasks thoroughly, accurately, and on time
• Adhere to rigorous ethical standards
• Travel up to 20% domestically and internationally for scientific meetings

• Advanced degree e.g. Ph.D., Pharm.
  
  D., MS, or equivalent
• Strong track record of scientific and clinical inquiry
• Understand statistical concepts and clinical trial design
• Understand the connection between nonclinical data and clinical data
• Possess excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Learn quickly, follow complex directions under pressure
• Multi-task while remaining organized and attentive to detail
• Work hard, be a trustworthy and collaborative team player
• Take initiative and solve problems of moderate complexity
• Demonstrate sound judgement in terms of handling complex, confidential, and regulated information
• Lead both directly and by example
• Preferred, but not required:
• At least 4 years of experience with clinical trial design and execution
• At least 4 years of pharmaceutical industry experience
• Experience with regulatory submissions and interactions

Fortvita is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. This includes but not limited to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or hair texture and style.

Harassment or discrimination on the basis of any protected trait is strictly prohibited.

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Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all new hires will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and complete Form I-9 upon hire.

Employment at Fortvita is at-will. This means that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advanced notice. This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed and does not constitute a contract or guarantee of employment. Fortvita reserves the right to modify job duties or responsibilities at any time, based on business needs.

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