Kailera Therapeutics · 1 day ago
Director, Clinical Scientist
Kailera is committed to developing therapies that empower individuals to transform their health. The Director, Clinical Scientist is responsible for the scientific execution of clinical trials, partnering with Clinical Operations and cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality trial conduct and data review.
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Responsibilities
Support the Medical lead for one or more Phase I–III clinical studies
Support studies across the full trial lifecycle, from start-up through database lock and reporting
Lead ongoing review of clinical trial data listings, including adverse events, laboratory data, concomitant medications, vitals, ECGs, and safety outputs
Identify data trends, inconsistencies, and potential issues; partner with Data Management, Biostatistics, and Safety to resolve them
Act as a close scientific partner to Clinical Operations to deliver on trial execution
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Clinical Operations, Data Management, Biostatistics, Programming, Safety, and Regulatory
Author, review, and contribute to trial documents, such as protocols, amendments, Investigator’s Brochures, and Clinical Study Reports
Develop and deliver clear, well-structured presentations to study teams and internal leadership
Drive execution, follow-through, and accountability across multiple concurrent deliverables
Be flexible with travel and attend site related clinical development activities; form and maintain relationships with KOL’s
Qualification
Required
8+ years of extensive hands-on experience supporting clinical trials in a clinical development role
Demonstrated experience reviewing and interpreting clinical trial data listings
Strong understanding of clinical trial conduct and cross-functional trial workflows
Proven ability to partner effectively with Clinical Operations
Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and execution skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Advanced PowerPoint skills; working knowledge of Excel and other commonly used clinical systems/tools
Ability to manage multiple studies and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Advanced degree in life sciences discipline (PhD, PharmD, MS, or equivalent)
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage
Flexible time off
Paid holidays
Year-end shutdown
Monthly wellness stipend
Generous 401(k) match
Tuition reimbursement
Commuter benefits
Disability and life insurance
Annual bonus opportunities
Equity grants
Company
Kailera Therapeutics
Kailera Therapeutics develops next-generation injectable and oral therapies for chronic weight management.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1BKey Investors
Bain Capital Private Equity
2025-10-14Series B· $600M
2024-10-01Series A· $400M
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