Clinical Research Director directs and oversees the clinical research function for a healthcare organization. Develops research studies and creates standards and guidelines for clinical research services and programs. Being a Clinical Research Director ensures adherence to standard operating procedures, good clinical practice and FDA regulations. Requires an advanced degree. Additionally, Clinical Research Director typically reports to top management. The Clinical Research Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Clinical Research Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of Biopharmaceuticals R&D? We are seeking a Director Clinical Scientist to join our team in Boston. This role will provide scientific and clinical input to all aspects of product development for Immunology Cell Therapy assets. You will have the opportunity to work on ground-breaking medicine discovery and development from early to late stage, answering some of the most complex unmet patient needs.
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As a Director Clinical Scientist, you will provide scientific leadership in the innovative design, execution, and interpretation of clinical trials in one or more development programs. You will collaborate with colleagues in other functions including Study Physician, Patient Safety, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Operations, Translational, CMC, and early development groups. Your expert scientific input will be crucial in the preparation of regulatory documents and interactions with regulatory authorities. You will also lead development of quality metrics and data review plan for assigned studies, support and contribute to medical monitoring of trials, and ensure scientific input to TA standards.
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When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we fuel bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and daring world.
Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca, we are driven by 'following the science'. We are a science-driven organization where innovation is backed by investment and bold decision-making. Here, your innovative discoveries will ultimately have the potential to reach billions of patients in need, all across the globe. We are a team of leading specialists, driven to pursue scientific knowledge. We see the bigger picture and know where we can make the biggest impact. We are never complacent about scientific discovery and development. Here we are always pushing our efficiency, searching for new knowledge and the next breakthrough.
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $172,473 to $258,709. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles) or to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.