Associate Principal Scientist, Clinical Research

Role: Early Clinical Scientist (ECS) leading operational and scientific aspects of early-phase vaccine clinical trials within Translational Medicine. Objectives: design, plan, and execute early clinical studies, ensuring compliance and high data quality to support biologics and vaccine candidates from first-in-human through proof-of-concept. Responsibilities: oversee trial execution, manage cross-functional teams, ensure regulatory compliance, author clinical and regulatory documents, and develop departmental SOPs. Skills/Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences with ≥11 years (or Master's with ≥8 years, or PhD with ≥3 years) related experience; minimum 6 years Phase 1 or 8 years Phase 2-3 trial experience; expertise in vaccine clinical development, GCP, ICH, and safety reporting; strong project management, scientific writing, and regulatory skills; capable of mentoring junior staff. Preferred: advanced degree, global trial experience, safety reporting, regulatory submissions. High-Value: vaccine modality, early-stage development, GxP compliance, cross-functional collaboration, presentation at professional events. Work Setup: hybrid, with approximately 10% travel.