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Job Requisition ID: 2590
Posting Start Date: 11/10/26
At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.
Job Summary
Under supervision of Clinical Science Asset Lead or Clinical Science Lead, drafts development plans, protocol profiles, protocols, informed consent forms, and sections of submission documents. Oversees a clinical trial. Prepares clinical section of regulatory document. Represents Clinical Science on Project Team and collaborates as team member with other functions, AROs/CROs. Provides scientific direction to Clinical Operations and other functions. This position requires minimal supervision to provide critical study-level support to the CSL/PS/MM/GCL for the successful execution of assigned studies.
Responsibilities
Study Strategy:
Under supervision of Clinical Science Asset Lead or Clinical Science Lead, drafts development plans.
Participates in the development of study design to meet study objectives by owning sections/components.
Provides strategic direction to Biostatistics and Data Operations (BDO) for EDC, edit checks, data quality listings, SAP, Data Mgmt plan and to Clinical Operations on SDV plan.
Develops biomarker/PK strategy in collaboration with Translational Medicine and Clinical Pharmacology (TMCP).
With Data Management, co-leads or provides input to the Integrated Data Review Plan process.
Study Planning and Execution:
Provides input on major milestones of trial, clinical trial plan and contingency planning. Analyzes and updates management on potential risks to study deliverables.
Leads study team in authoring of protocol and responsible for ICF creation or provides input on ICF creation.
Consults and recruits members for DSMB and/or adjudication committee setup and develops supporting documents and charters.
Leads development of protocol deviation management plan and contributes to monitoring protocol compliance to ensure proper identification and categorization of protocol deviations.
Reviews inclusion/exclusion criteria and other study design elements for consistency with study strategy.
Oversees recruitment and retention; establishes and implements contingency plans for shortfalls.
Study outputs:
Reviews emerging clinical data regularly and shares data review findings with the study team.
Performs quality assessment with Delivery Lead e.g. review Tables/Listings/Graphs before database lock and quality check of data; works with BD&O to ensure SAP update.
Leads dose-escalation meetings and other site facing interactions with Clinical Operations.
Collaborates with Translational Medicine and Clinical Pharmacology to ensure appropriate biomarker, PK / PD measurements.
Draft clinical sections of regulatory documents and responses to IRBs and Health Authorities.
External collaboration:
Consults with internal experts and external KOLs, Ad Boards for protocol development.
Provides input on CRO / ARO Statement of Work and Budget; represents Clinical Science in study team meetings with CRO and ARO
Establishes effective communication between CRO / vendors / ARO. Additional non-study related activities: Occasional senior management interactions at FIHC, WDC.
Initiates contact w/KOL and prepares material for KOL interactions to support study-based needs.
Supports due diligence activities related to in-licensing and acquisitions.
Qualifications
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree life sciences or related field required
Master's Degree, PharmD, PhD or equivalent preferred
Postgraduate training in TA or related specialty, or equivalent, preferred
Experience Qualifications
7+ years with Master’s degree and relevant clinical experience preferred
4+ years with PharmD, PhD and relevant clinical experience preferred
Advanced Technical Expertise: Possess advanced understanding of pre-clinical and clinical research, including protocol writing, data review, study design, and disease area knowledge preferred
Travel Requirements
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time. In-house office position that may require travel (global).
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary Range:
USD$162,400.00 - USD$243,600.00
Download Our Benefits Summary PDF
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Job Requisition ID: 2590
Posting Start Date: 11/10/26
At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.
Job Summary
Under supervision of Clinical Science Asset Lead or Clinical Science Lead, drafts development plans, protocol profiles, protocols, informed consent forms, and sections of submission documents. Oversees a clinical trial. Prepares clinical section of regulatory document. Represents Clinical Science on Project Team and collaborates as team member with other functions, AROs/CROs. Provides scientific direction to Clinical Operations and other functions. This position requires minimal supervision to provide critical study-level support to the CSL/PS/MM/GCL for the successful execution of assigned studies.
Responsibilities
Study Strategy:
Under supervision of Clinical Science Asset Lead or Clinical Science Lead, drafts development plans.
Participates in the development of study design to meet study objectives by owning sections/components.
Provides strategic direction to Biostatistics and Data Operations (BDO) for EDC, edit checks, data quality listings, SAP, Data Mgmt plan and to Clinical Operations on SDV plan.
Develops biomarker/PK strategy in collaboration with Translational Medicine and Clinical Pharmacology (TMCP).
With Data Management, co-leads or provides input to the Integrated Data Review Plan process.
Study Planning and Execution:
Provides input on major milestones of trial, clinical trial plan and contingency planning. Analyzes and updates management on potential risks to study deliverables.
Leads study team in authoring of protocol and responsible for ICF creation or provides input on ICF creation.
Consults and recruits members for DSMB and/or adjudication committee setup and develops supporting documents and charters.
Leads development of protocol deviation management plan and contributes to monitoring protocol compliance to ensure proper identification and categorization of protocol deviations.
Reviews inclusion/exclusion criteria and other study design elements for consistency with study strategy.
Oversees recruitment and retention; establishes and implements contingency plans for shortfalls.
Study outputs:
Reviews emerging clinical data regularly and shares data review findings with the study team.
Performs quality assessment with Delivery Lead e.g. review Tables/Listings/Graphs before database lock and quality check of data; works with BD&O to ensure SAP update.
Leads dose-escalation meetings and other site facing interactions with Clinical Operations.
Collaborates with Translational Medicine and Clinical Pharmacology to ensure appropriate biomarker, PK / PD measurements.
Draft clinical sections of regulatory documents and responses to IRBs and Health Authorities.
External collaboration:
Consults with internal experts and external KOLs, Ad Boards for protocol development.
Provides input on CRO / ARO Statement of Work and Budget; represents Clinical Science in study team meetings with CRO and ARO
Establishes effective communication between CRO / vendors / ARO. Additional non-study related activities: Occasional senior management interactions at FIHC, WDC.
Initiates contact w/KOL and prepares material for KOL interactions to support study-based needs.
Supports due diligence activities related to in-licensing and acquisitions.
Qualifications
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree life sciences or related field required
Master's Degree, PharmD, PhD or equivalent preferred
Postgraduate training in TA or related specialty, or equivalent, preferred
Experience Qualifications
7+ years with Master’s degree and relevant clinical experience preferred
4+ years with PharmD, PhD and relevant clinical experience preferred
Advanced Technical Expertise: Possess advanced understanding of pre-clinical and clinical research, including protocol writing, data review, study design, and disease area knowledge preferred
Travel Requirements
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time. In-house office position that may require travel (global).
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary Range:
USD$162,400.00 - USD$243,600.00
Download Our Benefits Summary PDF
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical associate jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in a health sciences, life sciences, or related clinical field
- Hands-on clinical or research experience in a hospital, clinic, or laboratory setting
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice guidelines and IRB or regulatory submission processes
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems or clinical trial management software
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for patient, provider, and sponsor interactions
- Current certification such as CCRC, CCRP, or relevant licensure preferred for research roles
Tips for Your Clinical Associate Job Search
Tailor your resume to the setting
Clinical associate roles in research organizations emphasize protocol adherence and data collection, while hospital-based roles weight patient interaction and care coordination. Reframe the same experience using the language of the specific setting you're targeting, not a one-size-fits-all summary.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists clinical associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your regulatory and compliance familiarity
Many hiring managers screen for candidates who already understand Good Clinical Practice guidelines or IRB submission processes. Name these explicitly in your resume's skills section rather than burying them inside a job description bullet.
Target postings by clinical area, not just title
The title 'clinical associate' means different things across oncology, cardiology, and behavioral health. Search by clinical specialty alongside the title to find openings where your therapeutic area background is a direct match, not just a loose fit.
Prepare a case study for the structured interview
Interviewers for clinical associate roles frequently ask you to walk through how you managed a protocol deviation or a difficult patient interaction. Prepare two concrete examples with outcomes before your first screen, not the night before the final round.
Negotiate start date alongside compensation
Clinical associate offers often include credentialing or onboarding requirements that delay your first billable day. Confirm whether your negotiated start date is the offer date or the credentialing-cleared date, since the gap can run several weeks and affects your total first-year earnings.
Clinical Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most clinical associates?
The companies hiring the most clinical associates right now include IQVIA, UC San Diego, and Thermo Fisher Scientific, with the largest share of openings in California, Massachusetts, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Academic medical centers and contract research organizations consistently represent a large portion of total postings.
How many clinical associate jobs are remote?
About 53% of clinical associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by sub-role. Clinical research associate positions tied to multi-site trials tend to offer the most remote or travel-based flexibility, while patient-facing care coordination and education roles are predominantly on-site.
How do you become a clinical associate?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a health sciences or life sciences field, then gain direct experience through clinical rotations, research assistant roles, or internships at hospitals or research organizations. Earning a credential such as the CCRC or CCRP strengthens your application for research-focused roles. Building familiarity with electronic health record systems and regulatory documentation before you apply gives you a practical edge over candidates who list only classroom exposure.
Can you get hired as a clinical associate with little experience?
Yes, entry-level clinical associate roles exist, particularly in academic medical centers and contract research organizations that hire recent graduates and train on proprietary systems. Focus your applications on postings that list clinical rotations or internships as acceptable experience rather than requiring years of full-time work. Volunteer clinical hours, capstone research projects, and familiarity with IRB processes all count as relevant background and belong prominently on your resume.
What does the clinical associate interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone or video screen with a recruiter, followed by a structured panel interview with the hiring manager and one or two clinical or research team members. Expect scenario-based questions about how you handle protocol deviations, difficult patient interactions, or competing deadlines. Some organizations add a written exercise or case review, particularly for roles involving sponsor-facing responsibilities or complex trial coordination.
Where can I find and apply to clinical associate jobs?
You can find and apply to clinical associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your clinical area, experience level, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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