Principal Clinical Research Scientist

Provident Research - Irvine, CA

Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Irvine, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Principal Clinical Research Scientist - Vision Care will lead the translation of innovative ophthalmic clinical research into impactful products for patients. This role involves strategic clinical leadership, clinical trial design, and project management, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while fostering collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global evidence generation and dissemination strategies to support New Product Development (NPD) and Life-Cycle Management (LCM) projects.
• Lead the design of clinical trials to meet NPD/LCM needs and comply with global regulatory standards.
• Oversee the interpretation and dissemination of clinical evidence through reports, publications, and regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate with key opinion leaders, regulatory bodies, and internal teams to shape clinical and regulatory strategies.
• Ensure successful delivery of clinical projects on time and within budget, fostering partnerships with Clinical Operations and other teams.
• Lead initiatives to enhance clinical processes and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or a related discipline; advanced degree in Ophthalmology, Optometry, or a PhD preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant scientific or technical experience, including leadership roles within Clinical Research.
• Demonstrated expertise in clinical research science, product development processes, and global clinical trial regulations.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver complex clinical programs, focusing on innovation in ophthalmic care.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence strategies across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience engaging with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• Tools and resources to succeed in the role.