Bayer

Clinical Science Lead

Bayer$136K — $204K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in a health or life science-related field with industry experience in pharmaceutical or biotech.
  • Outstanding expertise in drug development with knowledge of various diseases and therapeutic areas.
  • In-depth understanding of GCP/ICH, FDA, EMA, and pertinent regulatory guidelines.
  • Self-motivated and proactive with a solution-oriented approach.
  • Outcome-focused, capable of independently delivering high-impact results.
  • Strong collaborator valuing open discussion and diverse perspectives.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the scientific leader and primary clinical-science representative for global programs.
  • Ensure scientific integrity of oncology clinical trials from concept to final report.
  • Plan and execute data-driven decision-making emphasizing patient centricity and urgency.
  • Lead the development and writing of protocols and provide training support.
  • Provide expert input for clinical study reports and assist in regulatory submissions.
  • Manage studies and offer scientific insights to operational teams and external partners.
  • Mentor junior colleagues, promoting a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care, vision, and dental coverage.
  • Retirement savings plan.
  • Paid time off and sick leave.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
Full Job Description
Clinical Science Lead

As a Clinical Science Lead, you will be a key figure in leading the clinical science perspective within global oncology development programs. You will create significant impact by safeguarding the quality and integrity of oncology studies and related medical data, optimizing decision-making, and enhancing drug development within a trial's framework. Assigned to highly complex and strategic priority clinical studies, you will provide scientific leadership to develop innovative protocol and study designs, ensuring a scientifically sound end-to-end study strategy.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of the Clinical Science Lead are to:

  • Act as the scientific leader and primary clinical-science representative for assigned global programs
  • Perform scientific oversight of oncology clinical trials, ensuring scientific integrity from concept to final report
  • Plan and execute data-driven decision-making focused on patient centricity, urgency, and speed
  • Lead the development and writing of protocols and related documents, providing training with additional support
  • Provide expert input for clinical sections of study reports and assist in regulatory submissions
  • Manage studies and provide scientific input to operational colleagues, external parties, and study site staff
  • Mentor and onboard junior colleagues, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration
  • Promote creative collaboration between clinicians and scientists to drive the development of a robust pipeline


WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required qualifications:

  • Degree in a health/life science-related field with initial industry experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech business;
  • Outstanding drug development expertise with knowledge of various diseases and therapeutic areas
  • In-depth knowledge of GCP/ICH, FDA, EMA, and relevant regulatory guidelines
  • High energy, self-motivated, and proactive with a solution-oriented approach
  • Focused on outcomes, independently defining and delivering on high-impact results
  • Strong collaborator who encourages open discussion and values diverse perspectives


Preferred qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in health/life science-related field with a minimum of 1-2 years of industry experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech business;
  • Oncology experience.


Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $136,000.00- $204,000.00. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.

This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant's location, market data/ranges, an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This posting will be available for application until at least 07/07/2026.
YOUR APPLICATION
Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

Location:United States : Massachusetts : Cambridge || United States : Massachusetts : Boston Division:Pharmaceuticals Reference Code:871972 Contact Us Email:[email protected]

About Bayer

Bayer is a multinational pharmaceutical and life sciences company that develops and produces a wide range of products, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, and agricultural chemicals. The company was founded in 1863 and is headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany. Bayer operates in three main business segments: Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health, and Crop Science. The company is known for products such as Aspirin, Aleve, and Claritin, among others.
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