$115K - 181K a year
Design, lead, and monitor clinical laboratory and field studies for regulatory approval of animal health products, ensuring compliance with GCP and GLP standards.
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent, experience in clinical research, strong scientific writing, knowledge of GCP and GLP guidelines, and ability to lead clinical study teams.
Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Primary activities include but are not limited to: The Senior Scientist is a DVM and/or PhD whose primary function is to design, coordinate, monitor, and report clinical laboratory and field studies that will support the regulatory approval of new companion animal and livestock products. The position requires the candidate be responsible for the conduct of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) studies, and occasionally Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) studies. The Senior Scientist is the primary clinical study team leader and has overall responsibility for a study. The Senior Scientist can also be responsible for several effectiveness studies within a project, participating as the clinical representative in project teams as assigned. MAJOR ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Briefly describe the major activities of the position. Indicate the approximate percentage of time spent on each activity. Work Independently and as a Team member with Integrity | Precision | Accomplishment | Motivational Ambition | Respect | Inclusion. Design and organization of paper and Electronic Data Capture (EDC) clinical studies that meet scientific and regulatory requirements by the setting of objectives, budget, resources, timelines, and the study protocol/related documentation. Provide overall leadership and support to the study team. Identify and select Investigators, laboratories and/or CROs. Apply for the necessary study permits and licenses with support of local regulatory staff within the specified study timeline. Train the study team on the Study Protocol Ensure the timely selection and ordering of study materials. Ensure compliance of administrative aspects of the study (budgets and agreements) with the applicable laws and our Company's policies and procedures | Plan and coordinate the monitoring and data management activities of each study. Ensure that the study is conducted according to legal requirements, GCP, and the applicable internal policies and procedures. Prepare the Final Study Report Maintain contact with all stakeholders (project leader, regulatory affairs, quality assurance etc.) and keeps them informed of the study progress. Works with Clinical Study Team for monitoring and data management tasks (e.g., User Acceptance Test of electronic CRFs) May monitor clinical studies under the leadership of other senior monitors. Develops and maintains a network of internal and external clinical and scientific contacts and key opinion leaders in relevant fields. Conduct quality control inspections of study protocol, study documentation files and reports. Serves as a contact and liaison with other internal departments on specific projects, and with external partners, such as universities or regulatory authorities. Prepares critical summaries and expert reports to management and/or for submission to regulatory agencies. Conducts post-marketing studies. Prepares scientific publications according to the need of the company. Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, OR equivalent veterinary degree Skills Required: Strong scientific writing ability Principled verbal and written communications Proficient in MS Office applications Understanding of GCP Good Clinical Practices guidelines. Competencies Required: One year in clinical research or similar research role. Experience in a clinical study related role. Required Skills: ICH GCP 準則、 倫理合規、 倫理標準、 優良臨床試驗操作規範 (GCP)、 利益相關者關係管理、 協議開展、 問責制、 多個治療領域、 新技術整合、 書面溝通、 法規送件、 獸醫學、 科學出版物、 科學研究、 臨床研究、 臨床研究管理、 臨床試驗計畫、 臨床醫學、 藥品非臨床試驗優良操作 (GLP) 規範、 資料分析、 適應性、 醫學實驗室、 醫學寫作 Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. 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Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”. The salary range for this role is $114,700.00 - $180,500.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. 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All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: 定期 Relocation: Domestic VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 25% Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): N/A Job Posting End Date: 10/22/2025 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. 本公司是全球醫療保健龍頭,在處方藥、疫苗和動物健康產品的多元產品組合。在可能性和成就之間的差異在於點燃創新和創造力的火花;我們在這個空間裡編撰我們的傳奇已經超過一個世紀。我們有道德誠信、前進動力,以及令人鼓舞的使命為背書,就能達成全球醫療保健的嶄新里程碑。
This job posting was last updated on 10/10/2025