Associate Director, Clinical Scientist

Zenas is a clinical‑stage global biopharmaceutical company committed to developing therapies for patients with autoimmune diseases.

We are seeking a highly collaborative Associate Director, Clinical Scientist to support the development, evaluation, planning, and conduct of clinical studies in the Neurology Therapeutic Area.

The Associate Director, Clinical Scientist is an execution‑focused role that ensures the scientific integrity and accurate interpretation of study data for clinical programs. Reporting to the Director, Clinical Scientist, the incumbent serves as a key scientific and clinical partner across global clinical programs, contributing directly to the authoring of clinical study documents and supporting trial conduct. The role works closely with Medical Directors and collaborates across Clinical Operations, Data Management, Biostatistics, Translational Sciences, Medical Affairs, and Regulatory Affairs.

• Actively contribute to the scientific development and execution of global clinical studies within the Neurology Therapeutic Area in alignment with the clinical development plan.
• Develop and review clinical and scientific content for core study documents (protocols, protocol amendments, informed consent forms, investigator brochures, and clinical study reports).
• Perform ongoing, rigorous review and interpretation of emerging clinical trial data (subject‑level and aggregate safety and efficacy) to ensure quality, completeness, consistency, and protocol compliance.
• Participate as a member of cross‑functional study teams to ensure timely and high‑quality execution of clinical trial milestones.
• Serve as a key clinical science resource and subject‑matter expert for the study team, supporting the Director, Clinical Scientist in study execution activities.
• Contribute to the preparation, authoring, and revision of regulatory submissions and health authority responses, ensuring compliance with global guidelines.

• Advanced scientific or clinical degree (e.g., PhD, Pharm
  
  D, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant clinical research experience in the biopharmaceutical or biotechnology industry; prior experience in neurology clinical trials is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical trial conduct, including hands‑on data review, safety monitoring, and data cleaning processes.
• Strong understanding of clinical development processes, regulatory requirements, and global guidelines (FDA, EMA/EU, ICH, GCP) and applicable SOPs.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills; experience drafting, reviewing, and editing scientific or clinical content for study‑related documents.
• Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional, team‑oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results.
• Willingness to travel 10–15% of the time, including travel to key medical conferences and investigator meetings.

Compensation and benefits:
Competitive compensation package with base salary ranging from $161,700 to $202,200, annual performance bonus, equity, full range of benefits and incentive plans.

Zenas is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, qualifications, and the needs of the business.