Foundation Medicine · 6 hours ago
Sr Scientist, Clinical Development
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$143K/yr - $179K/yr
5+ years expFoundation Medicine is focused on transforming cancer care through genomic insights, and they are seeking a Senior Scientist in Clinical Development. This role involves leading scientific studies to establish the clinical validity and utility of their products, collaborating with various stakeholders, and contributing to the strategic direction of the department.
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Responsibilities
Execute analysis and interpret data for multiple projects and publications supporting Clinical Development Plans (CDPs) and establishing clinical validity and clinical utility of our products
Lead projects through submission including layout key objectives, figures, and narrative for abstracts and manuscripts, and solicit and incorporate input from key stakeholders with minimal guidance from CDP leads
Conduct translational research to develop insights into predictive and prognostic biomarkers
Leverage FMI’s clinical and genomic datasets to link genomic findings with clinical outcomes
Contribute to protocol and SAP design and review for studies led by Clinical Development
Support collaboration cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders and thought leaders (academic and biopharma)
Ensure studies further the strategic evidence needs of FMI products
Manage and establish beneficial collaborations with key opinion leaders in oncology
Continually develop deep domain expertise in genomics from a scientific, clinical and technical standpoint and lend insights to cross-functional teams to further the development of our products and strategy
Maintain availability to the wider FMI business for clinical development expertise, presenting information and evidence to scientific, medical legal, commercial or other stakeholders as appropriate
Maintain and deepen disease area-specific clinical and data science expertise
Build awareness of biomarker and product development and department and business strategy and evaluate strategic alignment and priority of new projects
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in life sciences and 7+ year(s) of experience in clinical outcomes and/or genomics in an academic or life sciences industry setting, OR
Doctorate Degree or Ph.D. in a life science and 5+ year(s) of experience in clinical outcomes and/or genomics in an academic or life sciences industry setting
Preferred
Proficiency with one or more script languages (Python, Perl, etc.) and statistical software package (R, SAS)
Demonstrated experience designing and executing analyses in cancer genomics
Expertise in translational research linking genomic biomarkers with clinical outcomes
Experience leading biomedical data analysis (genomics data, clinical outcomes, real-world data, liquid biopsy, RNA and protein expression)
Experience with communicating with academic scientists and treating physicians
Track record of taking projects from concept to completion
Lead-authored publications, and demonstrated excellence in writing
Ability to work independently as well as collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams; drive agendas, lead discussions, and drive results on cross-functional teams
Knowledge of oncology, next-generation sequencing, clinical trials, and/or companion diagnostics
Experience with oncology diagnostic development and product development and validation
Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to think creatively and problem solve
Extremely high level of integrity and reliability
Excellent presentation skills
Willingness to adhere to all applicable FMI Standard Operating Procedures, policies, processes, and compliance guidelines
Understanding of HIPAA and the importance of patient data privacy
Commitment to FMIs values: Integrity, Courage, and Passion
Benefits
A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
This position also qualifies for Foundation Medicine's benefits.
Company
Foundation Medicine
Foundation medicine is a molecular information company developing clinical diagnostic tests that facilitates personalized cancer therapies.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$96.5MKey Investors
Kleiner Perkins
2015-01-12Acquired
2013-09-25IPO
2013-01-08Series B· $13.5M
Leadership Team
Daniel Malarek
Chief Executive Officer
David Fabrizio
VP, Commercial Strategy and Medical Innovation
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