Clinical Scientist

Clinical Scientists at Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific play a critical role in advancing clinical research by ensuring the scientific integrity and successful execution of global clinical trials. In this client‑facing role, you will serve as a trusted scientific partner to sponsors and internal teams, contributing directly to high‑quality evidence generation that supports life‑changing therapies. If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and enjoy combining scientific rigor with stakeholder engagement, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Generous paid time off and company holidays

• Flexible remote work arrangement within the United States

What You’ll Be Doing

• Serve as an external‑facing clinical representative with independent scientific responsibility for assigned international clinical trials, acting as a primary point of contact for clinical and scientific matters.

• Co‑lead projects with accountability for scientific integrity, ensuring appropriate analyses, issue remediation, and clear communication to sponsors and internal stakeholders.

• Participate actively in internal and external project meetings, including sponsor calls and investigator meetings.

• Review, monitor, and proactively address study‑level metrics; develop and present study dashboards highlighting data trends, outliers, risks, and mitigation actions.

• Resolve clinical quality, data integrity, and training‑related issues in alignment with study requirements and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

• Lead calibration of clinical teams, conduct rater training sessions, and implement remediation activities according to study‑specific training plans.

• Provide scientific guidance and support to internal teams, sponsors, and external partners using effective communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.

• Respond to and resolve external inquiries related to Clario scoring methodologies or clinical feedback.

• Coordinate cross‑functional resources to ensure project milestones and deliverables are met.

• Contribute to the development of project deliverables, including scale verification, electronic form development, and training materials for in‑person or virtual delivery.

• Support Business Development activities by providing scientific input for feasibility reviews and RFP responses.

• Build and maintain professional relationships with external consultants, key opinion leaders, and clinicians.

• Participate in research initiatives and disseminate findings through publications, conferences, or other scientific forums.

• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of work instructions, process guidelines, and SOPs to ensure compliance with SOP and GCP standards.

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree in life sciences or a related field preferred.

• Minimum of five years of experience in the clinical research industry, with prior experience in a CRO or biopharmaceutical environment preferred.

• At least three years of experience in a clinical scientist, clinical trial science lead, or similar client‑facing scientific role.

• Minimum four years of hands‑on experience with administration and/or training of clinical rating scales and study endpoints.

• Solid understanding of basic and intermediate research methods and statistics.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.

• Proven leadership through influence, with strong problem‑solving and independent critical‑thinking skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to diverse and large audiences.

• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.

• Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

• Ability to travel internationally approximately 10–20% and perform extended computer‑based work.

At Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, our purpose is to transform lives by unlocking better evidence. It’s a cause that unites and inspires us. It’s why we come to work—and how we empower our people to make a positive impact every day. Whether you're advancing clinical science, building innovative technology, or supporting our global teams, your work helps bring life‑changing therapies to patients faster.