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Director, Clinical Scientist

$125 per hour

Actalent

Job Description

Job Description

This Director, Clinical Research Scientist (Oncology/Solid Tumors) position will be responsible for working with physicians, clinical scientists, and cross-functional teams within Oncology/Solid Tumors Clinical Development to provide clinical research support, with an emphasis on protocol development and study start up activities while serving in the role of CS.

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Development of protocols for clinical studies.
  • Preparation of clinical development plans.
  • Drafting of clinical scientific documents such as IND, IND amendments, Investigator’s Brochures, Annual Reports and other FDA submissions.
  • Monitor, perform data review, and summarize safety and efficacy data in ongoing studies.
  • Assist with study design for exploratory development.
  • Lead the clinical matrix teams for assigned compounds.
  • Represent exploratory development on project teams.
  • Develop relationships with appropriate consultants.
  • Write abstracts and present data at scientific meetings, both internally and externally.
  • Serve as liaison to project teams, CROs and others

Qualifications

  • Degree in a scientific/life sciences field; Pharm.D. or Ph.D. preferred.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in oncology research or related field
  • Demonstrated experience leading clinical development programs in oncology (preferably late-stage).
  • Experience with global regulatory interactions and submissions (FDA, EMA, or other agencies).
  • Strong understanding of oncology clinical endpoints, trial design, and statistical considerations.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a cross-functional matrix environment and influence without direct authority
  • Track record of scientific publications and/or conference presentations.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and scientific writing skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Minimal travel (≈15%) may be required with prior approval.

Work Environment

  • Preference is Hybrid, might be open to remote with presence on site for important meetings.
  • Needs to be able to commute to site
Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Wilmington, DE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $125.00 - $125.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Wilmington,DE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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