Clinical Research Scientist

3 weeks ago


Markham, Ontario, Canada Astellas Full time

Clinical Scientist

Are you eager to contribute to a diverse team focused on pioneering therapies for patients? At Astellas, we are dedicated to the advancement and delivery of innovative and effective medicines for healthcare providers and patients alike.

Astellas Pharma Inc. operates in over 70 countries globally, committed to transforming groundbreaking science into medical solutions that provide value and hope to patients and their families. Our unwavering focus on addressing unmet medical needs, coupled with our commitment to ethical practices, allows us to enhance the health of individuals worldwide. For further insights about Astellas, please visit our official website.

This role is available for remote work within Canada. We encourage candidates interested in remote opportunities to consider applying.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage all aspects of current and upcoming clinical trials, including the development of protocols, investigator brochures, case report forms (CRFs), informed consent documents, and clinical study reports.
  • Provide expertise to cross-functional teams to synthesize and contextualize data, facilitating discussions and timely decision-making.
  • Participate in the clinical sub-team alongside the Global Medical Lead (GML), Operations Lead, and Medical Monitor, supporting the preparation of clinical development plans and site management.
  • Conduct medical monitoring activities under the guidance of the study physician, including the review and analysis of patient data.
  • Lead working groups and sub-team initiatives independently in support of clinical protocols and development plans.
  • Collaborate with the GML in preparing for Health Authority meetings and addressing inquiries.
  • Assist in preparing analyses for Data Monitoring Committees (DMC), Data Safety Monitoring Boards (DSMB), or regulatory submissions.
  • Deliver training at investigator meetings and site initiation visits, partnering with Clinical Operations and Medical Affairs to ensure appropriate enrollment in clinical studies.
  • Engage with potential and current sites through various meetings and conferences.
  • Exhibit expertise in study data review and analysis, providing clinical input into statistical planning and data interpretation.
  • Support the publication of data, including manuscripts and presentations, related to disease or technology.
  • Work closely with operations for site feasibility, trial setup, and monitoring.
  • May lead contract execution for investigator meetings and advisory boards.
  • Foster strategic partnerships with Key External Experts (KEEs).
  • Serve as a key partner in assessing candidates within discovery, identifying opportunities and risks associated with future development strategies.
  • May represent development in clinical assessments for due diligence of new assets for potential in-licensing and acquisition.
  • Support strategic initiatives related to assigned molecules, therapeutic areas, or portfolios as needed.
  • Perform additional duties or special projects as required.

Organizational Context:

  • This position reports to the Primary Focus Medical Head or other leads based on the designated program.
  • This role is typically an individual contributor position, with the possibility of direct reports depending on the scope and complexity of assigned development programs.


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