Remote Clinical Research Scientist

Remote

Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.
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Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.

This role collaborates closely with the leadership of Clinical Affairs to assist in the development and execution of clinical strategy activities and clinical studies in support of clinical evidence generation strategies across the Gastrointestinal Solutions Division business unit portfolios. This role focuses on clinical evidence generation and trial strategy rather than laboratory experimentation, bench research, or wet-lab activities. This individual assists in the development, execution, and closeout of evidence generation activities to support product development, regulatory approval, reimbursement strategies, and overall commercialization of Olympus’s portfolio. Specifically, this individual will be responsible for writing clinical study protocols, case report forms, and study reports; will work closely with study sites to obtain necessary approvals (EC/IRB); and will respond critically to questions raised throughout the clinical study execution.

The individual is a critical member of Clinical Affairs strategy team and collaborates with cross-functional teams including internal and external business stakeholders within MSA, across different business units, and within the broader Olympus organization, as appropriate. In collaboration with internal and external to MSA stakeholders, provides support to the execution of evidence generation strategy that will drive the clinical evidence strategy for Gastrointestinal Solutions Division business unit.
Provides critical input into Business Development, R&D, and product development project (PDP) activities to inform decision-making on whether clinical evidence supports a product’s value proposition.
Participates in strategic and operating planning activities in partnership with the Global Clinical Leads, in translating corporate and divisional initiatives into operational plans.
Participate in clinical trial design (protocol and CRF development), execution (data collection, analysis, and interpretation), and closeout (final reporting).
Oversee execution of Investigator Initiated Trials (IIT) and Collaborative Clinical Research (CCR) initiatives.
Present clinical study updates to internal and external stakeholders; Support Regulatory submissions.
Ensures clinical studies are conducted in compliance with relevant Olympus policies, procedures, regional
and local regulatory requirements, and global guidelines and standards.
BA/BS degree in life sciences or related field. Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine or related field highly preferred.
Minimum of 5 medical device industry experience post-degree preferably in Clinical Affairs/Operations, Medical Affairs within biotech industry.

Experience translating marketing and commercial needs into clinical research and evidence-generation strategies and clinical trial design.

Ability to think strategically, critically analyse and synthesize complicated data and scientific information.
Demonstrated scientific writing ability.
Ability to plan and organize project assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders, investigators, and research staff.
Strong consulting, facilitation, and communication skills bridging between scientific and business priorities, to manage effective international and cross-divisional collaboration.
Domestic and international travel up to 5-10%, including weekend and evening travel as needed to support business objectives and ongoing development of physician relationships.
Scheduling flexibility to commit to a global weekly schedule (Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday) navigating multiple time zones with extended hours into the early morning as well as late evenings.
We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs

12 Paid Holidays

On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**

Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments

Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs

The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position is $100,263.00 - $135,355.00 / year, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.

For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. We believe in fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, in full compliance with legal standards. Applicants Requesting Accommodations: Olympus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Olympus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus View phone number on click.appcast.io).

It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Pennsylvania (US-PA) || Center Valley || Medical Affairs