Senior Clinical Scientist

Job Description

The Senior Clinical Scientist is a vital member of the Aesthetics Research and Development team, contributing scientific and strategic expertise to global clinical programs. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional study teams to shape clinical strategy, study design, and execution, as well as data analysis and interpretation, aiming to support the registration of new aesthetic products and novel indications. The position is initially a six-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for a permanent role based on business needs and performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific and strategic input throughout clinical development for market approval of new aesthetic products and indications.
• Contribute to the design of clinical trials for medical devices, drugs, biologics, and other products for human use, from in-development through post-marketing.
• Act as an integral member of cross-functional teams, supporting the clinical director in developing and executing clinical strategies.
• Coordinate and integrate data from internal/external studies, research documentation, and literature for clinical development initiatives.
• Consolidate input from contributors to develop clear clinical and scientific messages.
• Support early-phase development by curating, reviewing, and interpreting preclinical and exploratory data.
• Provide scientific guidance and technical expertise, offering strategic direction and feedback to foster team unity.
• Identify and troubleshoot study-specific issues, competing priorities, and clinical/scientific challenges, driving resolution.
• Ensure timely and accurate communication of key issues, risks, and progress to project teams and senior leadership.
• Support planning and preparation for internal and external stakeholder meetings, including workshops, summits, investigator meetings, scientific advisory boards, and regulatory meetings.
• Write, review, edit, and approve clinical documents such as clinical study outlines, clinical investigation plans/amendments, clinical investigation reports, and investigators' brochures.
• Interpret and synthesize clinical study data, including tables, figures, listings, and literature, providing scientific interpretation and feedback.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary, international teams to execute project plans.
• Ensure all clinical documents comply with local/international regulations, laws, scientific/regulatory guidance, GCP, and internal policies.
• Proactively identify risks in clinical programs and documentation, escalate issues, and propose/implement solutions and contingency plans.
• Ensure successful execution, review, and presentation of critical clinical documents to leadership and stakeholders.
• Contribute scientific expertise to trial set-up and execution, including interpretation and reporting of study results.
• Support the selection of relevant clinical outcome assessments (COAs) within a cross-functional team.
• Provide scientific input into the development and validation of project-specific COAs.
• Provide scientific input for clinical components of regulatory and project documents (CEP, CER, Instructions for Use, PMCFP, PMCFR).
• Contribute to the appropriate disclosure of clinical trial data in public registries, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance.
• Prepare, review, and present clinical trial data to stakeholders using clear result summaries.
• Provide scientific and written expertise for manuscripts, abstracts, and posters in collaboration with R&D, Medical Affairs, and Commercial.
• Apply knowledge of Good Publication Practices and editorial policies for high-quality publications.
• Manage assigned medical writing projects, including outsourced work.
• Oversee and review work of external medical writing vendors for adherence to SOPs, templates, and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated experience in clinical development and trials, with an understanding of end-to-end clinical product development.
• Experience supporting or contributing to global regulatory submissions.
• Strong knowledge of FDA/EMA regulations, GCP, ICH guidelines, and relevant ISO standards.
• Excellent verbal and written English, including mastery of clinical/technical terminology and scientific writing styles.
• Proven ability to interpret, analyze, and synthesize clinical study data, preclinical data, and literature.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities, timelines, and quality standards.
• High adaptability to changing priorities and project needs.
• Strong time management skills for planning, prioritizing, and delivering complex documentation and tasks.
• Advanced problem-solving skills for identifying issues and implementing solutions in clinical/regulatory contexts.
• Strong communication skills for conveying complex scientific concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including providing direction, feedback, and motivation.
• Effective collaboration skills with multidisciplinary, international teams and external partners.
• Project management skills for planning, coordinating, and tracking clinical documentation.
• Ability to motivate and influence others to align with clinical strategy and objectives.
• Emotional intelligence and resilience for navigating a dynamic environment.
• Digital acumen for efficient use of modern digital tools in clinical research.
• Minimum Master's degree in Life Sciences or a related discipline.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred PhD or MD in a relevant scientific or medical field.
• Experience in aesthetics, dermatology, or related therapeutic areas is beneficial.
• Experience with medical devices, drugs, biologics, or other products for human use across development and post-marketing.
• Familiarity with Good Publication Practices and editorial policies.
• Experience overseeing external medical writing vendors.
• Ability to build strong teams and foster shared purpose.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with R&D, Medical Affairs, Commercial, and other partners.

Work Environment

This role is 100% remote during the initial consulting period (Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET). It is highly collaborative, involving regular interaction with multidisciplinary, international teams using digital tools. The focus is on aesthetics clinical research for an award-winning portfolio. The organization promotes a people-focused culture valuing work-life balance. If transitioning to a permanent role, relocation to Raleigh, NC, is expected within three months.

Job Type & Location

Contract position based in Raleigh, NC.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay range: $85.00 - $90.00/hr.
• Benefits for temporary roles may include: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan; Life Insurance; Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account; Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave. Eligibility requirements apply.

Workplace Type

Fully remote position.

Application Deadline

Anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Actalent is committed to diversity and inclusion, embedding DE&I into its culture through hiring diverse talent, maintaining an inclusive environment, building a culture of care and recognition, and ensuring growth opportunities. Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services with over 40 years of experience. Headquartered in the US, with offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC, and delivery centers in India. Actalent's delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise serving multiple industries. They partner with over 4,500 clients, including Fortune 500 brands. Learn more at actalentservices.com.