Study Director: Translational Oncology
20 days ago
San Diego
Job DescriptionDescription: Certis is seeking a highly motivated and self-directed, Study Director that will: · Design, administer and interpret client-sponsored studies, serving as the primary scientific and operational liaison · Evaluate and integrate innovative technologies and methodologies that enhance translational relevance and accelerate therapeutic insights · Foster a collaborative environment by modeling strong scientific communication, proactive coordination, and high-quality study execution · Report to the Sr. Director of Scientific Operations for guidance on study milestones, financial approvals, and client strategy · Develop, amend, and oversee study protocols and related documentation to ensure clarity, compliance, and alignment with client objectives · Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external study communications, providing consistent updates and guidance throughout the project lifecycle · Monitor multiple complex in vitro, ex vivo and in vivo studies by managing daily tasks schedules, data integrity, and resolution of study discrepancies · Calculate dosing regimens and formulations · Analyze and interpret study data with scientific rigor, preparing interim and final deliverables that highlight key insights and outcomes · Support the logistics and record keeping of sample shipments · Track study financial actuals, prepare costing reports, and support invoicing activities · Contribute to Certis’ scientific growth by researching, evaluating, and recommending new models, technologies, or partnerships that advance precision oncology and translational research Requirements: • Ph.D. in Life Science related field preferred, MS required, • 3 years experience in managing oncology-related assays, and/or in-vivo immunology, pharmacology or related scientific studies, • Experience preparing study protocols, amendments, and reports for studies., • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Powerpoint, Outlook) and StudyLog, • Experience working with laboratory information systems/electronic notebooks, • Experience in managing multiple projects and communications, • Experience in a CLIA-certified environment preferred, • Experience with IND preparation and submissions preferred, • Direct management experience preferred, • Vivarium experience preferred, • Strong orientation to inclusive teamwork, attention to detail, • Effective communication skills for a variety of stakeholders