Ideaya Biosciences - San Diego, CA
posted about 2 months ago
IDEAYA Biosciences is seeking an experienced, motivated, and outgoing Clinical Scientist for the position of Director/Senior Director, based in either South San Francisco or San Diego. This role is pivotal in providing medico-scientific expertise to one or more clinical projects, working closely with the clinical leader. The successful candidate will be required to be onsite four days per week, in accordance with company policy, and local candidates are preferred. In this role, typical activities will include writing clinical development concepts and plans for molecules at all stages of development, drafting protocol synopses, protocols, and protocol amendments. The Director/Senior Director will also be responsible for writing and reviewing informed consent forms, partnering with Clinical Operations on site selection and communication, and updating clinical sections of investigator brochures. Additionally, the role involves representing the medical function on clinical study teams, reviewing and interpreting safety data, and assisting in the creation of clinical study reports and publications. The candidate will also be involved in training colleagues and study site staff, organizing opinion leader advisory boards, and supporting Health Authority interactions. The Director/Senior Director will participate in both study-level and program-level activities, including authoring safety and efficacy summaries, clinical overviews, and risk management plans. This position requires a strong background in clinical oncology, with at least two years of industry experience in oncology and previous participation in clinical development programs. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to working collaboratively within a project team structure. The successful candidate will thrive in a mentored environment, taking responsibility for assigned activities while functioning largely independently. They will be comfortable presenting data to peers and senior management, and will embrace the challenges and opportunities of working in a small company environment.