Principal Clinical Scientist

About the Role

We are seeking a Principal Clinical Scientist to lead execution of key components of clinical development for our early cancer detection (ECD) program. This role is central to driving study design, clinical data review, and scientific insights across multiple studies.

You will serve as a clinical science lead within cross-functional teams – partnering with Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, Medical Affairs, and Regulatory to advance study execution and shape clinical strategy. This is a high-impact role for someone who can operate independently, manage complexity across studies, and influence decision-making at the study and program level.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead Clinical Development & Study Design

• Lead substantial aspects of ECD clinical studies or multiple studies
• Drive study design, including objectives, endpoints, eligibility criteria, and schedules of assessments
• Author and review protocols, ICFs, CRFs, and study documents
• Contribute meaningfully to clinical development strategy and study-level decision-making
• Contribute to process improvements and development of best practices

Drive Data Review & Strategic Insight

• Lead medical and clinical data review to ensure data quality and integrity
• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Translate data into actionable insights that inform study and program decisions
• Partner with safety and medical teams on signal detection and escalation

Lead Cross-Functional Execution

• Lead cross-functional study teams and coordinate execution across functions
• Collaborate with Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, Medical Affairs, and Regulatory
• Influence decisions and align stakeholders across competing priorities
• Represent Clinical Science in internal and external forums (e.g., investigators, KOLs)

Drive Study Performance & Program Value

• Oversee enrollment, site performance, and key study metrics across studies
• Identify risks and proactively adjust study-level strategies
• Prioritize activities across studies to ensure quality, timelines, and program impact
• Contribute to forecasting, planning, and milestone delivery

Advance Scientific Communication

• Lead development of abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts
• Translate clinical and statistical results into clear scientific narratives
• Support internal decision-making and external evidence generation

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent; MS/RN with experience considered)
• 8–12 years of experience in clinical research, clinical science, or related field
• Strong experience leading clinical studies and contributing to study design
• Experience with clinical data review and interpretation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in oncology, diagnostics, or early cancer detection
• Experience working across multiple studies or programs
• Track record of scientific publications and conference presentations

Key Competencies

• Ability to lead complex clinical studies or multiple workstreams independently
• Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into decisions
• Effective influencer across functions and senior stakeholders