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Senior Clinical Scientist

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Senior Clinical Scientist (Hematology-Oncology) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients ...

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Dallas, TX · On-site

Senior Clinical Scientist (Hematology-Oncology) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients ...

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Senior Clinical Scientist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Senior Clinical Scientist (Hematology-Oncology) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients ...

ICON

Senior Clinical Scientist

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

Senior Clinical Scientist (Hematology-Oncology) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients ...

Irhythmtech

Sr Clinical Scientist

The Senior Clinical Research Scientist is responsible for the leading scientific aspects of clinical research for assigned project(s) and will work closely with Clinical Research Operations ...

iRhythm Holdings, Inc.

Sr Clinical Scientist

The Senior Clinical Research Scientist is responsible for the leading scientific aspects of clinical research for assigned project(s) and will work closely with Clinical Research Operations ...

MSD

Senior Clinical Scientist, Immunology

Rahway, NJ · On-site

The Senior Clinical Scientist provides scientific leadership for one or more clinical trials or key components of a clinical development program within the assigned therapeutic area. This role ...

Merck & Co.

The Senior Clinical Scientist provides scientific leadership for one or more clinical trials or key components of a clinical development program within the assigned therapeutic area. This role ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior clinical scientist in the United States is $71.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.12 and $79.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior clinical scientist?

Senior Clinical Scientists are experienced professionals who design, conduct, and manage clinical research studies to evaluate new medical treatments, drugs, or devices. They lead clinical research teams, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, analyze study data, and collaborate with cross-functional departments such as regulatory affairs and medical writing. Their work is crucial in advancing medical knowledge and bringing safe, effective products to market. Senior Clinical Scientists often mentor junior staff and play a key role in strategic planning for clinical development programs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior clinical scientist?

To thrive as a Senior Clinical Scientist, you need advanced knowledge in clinical research, protocol development, and data analysis, typically supported by a PhD or advanced degree in a relevant scientific field. Familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), regulatory compliance tools, and good clinical practice (GCP) certification is highly valuable. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills enable effective collaboration across cross-functional teams and stakeholders. These competencies ensure rigorous scientific standards, regulatory compliance, and successful execution of complex clinical trials.

What are the typical collaborative relationships a senior clinical scientist maintains within a clinical trial team?

Senior Clinical Scientists play a pivotal role in clinical trial teams by working closely with cross-functional partners, such as clinical project managers, data managers, medical writers, and regulatory affairs specialists. They often serve as scientific leads, ensuring protocol integrity and consistency throughout the study. Effective collaboration is essential for resolving scientific or operational issues, interpreting clinical data, and communicating findings to both internal stakeholders and external partners like investigators and CROs. This collaborative dynamic helps ensure studies are conducted efficiently and with high scientific rigor.

Do you need a PhD to be a senior clinical scientist?

A PhD is often preferred for senior clinical scientist roles, especially those involving research or complex data analysis, but it is not always mandatory. Many employers also value relevant experience, advanced degrees such as a master's, and professional certifications like the Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP).
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Infographic showing various Senior Clinical Scientist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $148,012 per year, or $71.2 per hour.

Sr. Clinical Scientist

Rahway, NJ • On-site

Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 5K employees
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

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Sr. Clinical Scientist
Kelly Science and Clinical FSP is currently seeking a Sr. Clinical Scientist for a long-term engagement with one of our Global Pharmaceutical clients. This person will join our Kelly FSP (Functional Service Provider) division, a managed solution provider and business unit of Kelly Services, Inc. This role is full-time and is offering full benefit options. As a Kelly FSP employee you will be eligible for Medical, Dental, Vison, 401K, and a variety of other benefits to choose from. You will also be eligible for paid time off, including holiday, vacation, and sick/personal time.
Summary:
Lead and support a study or studies, depending on size/complexity. If lead, accountable for the clinical/scientific execution of the protocol.
As lead, will be responsible for the following:
  • Clinical point of contact for scientific issues/questions for internal and external stakeholders (e.g., IRB, sites)
  • Responsible for trial design and endpoint development in collaboration with CD
  • Leads the Medical Monitoring (MM) team in performing MM activities, including development of the Medical Monitoring Plan (MMP) and review of SAE reports
  • Sets up/supports SAC, DMC, adjudication committees
  • Protocols/amendments - collaborates with medical writer, participates in governance committee review
  • Authors protocol clarification letters
  • Contributor to study specific documents (e.g., SMP)
  • Reviews/updates informed consent
  • Provides scientific input to SM for data management activities (e.g., EDC, DRP, CRFs)
  • Monitors data issues requiring clinical input
  • Monitors central lab reports and other external data for safety and critical values
  • Prepares scientific slides, attends and presents protocol information at Investigator Meeting
  • Scientific lead on Clinical Trial Team (CTT)
  • Reviews specs, initiates allocation (randomization) request form and approval schedule in allocation schedule generation system
  • Coordinates planning of lab, bio specimens and imaging specifications
  • Co- authors newsletters with SM
  • Participates in Database lock activities
  • Collaboratively plans CSRs, CTDs/WMAs with medical writing
  • Supports publications/presentations as needed
  • Reconciles and review all protocol deviation classifications in SPECTRUM
  • Assesses and prepares protocol deviation list for CSR
  • Collaborates with medical writing to develop trial results communication for investigators
  • Provides scientific assessment for Operational Reviews
  • Supports SM/MW activities as needed to achieve CTT deliverables.
  • Provides clinical specifications to SM to support interactions with external vendors (e.g., IVRS, ePRO)
  • Act as mentor to other Clinical Scientists
Minimum FTE Years of Experience
  • Minimum 2 years pharmaceutical and/or clinical drug development experience as a lead Clinical Scientist required.
  • Medical monitoring experience required
  • Excellent Excel and PP skills required
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
Educational Requirements
  • Degree in Life Sciences

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