Scientist Jobs in Iowa
Scientist jobs in Iowa are concentrated in agriculture and food science, biopharmaceuticals, and environmental research, with openings at every level from entry-level lab technicians to senior research directors. The largest hiring activity is in Des Moines, Iowa City, and Ames, where employers like Pioneer (a Corteva company), the University of Iowa, and Iowa State University Research Park maintain consistent demand for scientific talent. Crop science, analytical chemistry, and environmental science are among the most in-demand specializations across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Updated: Yesterday
Location: Remote, IA, United States
Job ID: 25112668-OTHLOC-1500-2DIA-2DR
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Clinical/Medical Scientist (Medical Monitoring) - Oncology - BreastOur Clinical Solutions team members act with a drug development mindset, applying their years of experience and deep expertise to truly understand customer needs and represent those in the solutions we shape.
Whether you join us in a Functional Service Provider partnership or a Full-Service environment, you’ll collaborate with passionate problem solvers, innovating as a team to help our customers achieve their goals. We are agile and driven to deliver – for one another, our customers, and, most importantly, for those in need.
Discover what your 25,000 future colleagues already know:
Why Syneos Health
- We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression; supportive and engaged line management; technical and therapeutic area training; peer recognition and total rewards program.
- We are committed to building an inclusive culture – where you can authentically be yourself. Central to this is our purpose – Driven to Deliver – which captures the passion of our colleagues to show up each day and shape solutions that have the ability to dramatically impact someone’s life.
- We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because we know that when we bring together smart colleagues from across the world, we can shape the future of healthcare, driving impact for customers and defining the pace of patient progress.
Job Responsibilities
- Works with Medical Director to develop medical plans (Medical Management Plan, Medical Data Review Plan, and Eligibility Review Plan). Engages with outside experts/consultants/advisors to coordinate the acquisition of necessary medical/scientific input to prepare the respective medical plans.
- Performs regular and ad-hoc medical review of data listings and data visualization as needed; analyzes the data to identify risks and data patterns/trends and supports documentation of medical reviews. Pro-actively identifies and resolves medical data review issues as they arise.
- Authors medical data queries and reviews query responses, approves query closure in association with Medical Director.
- May assist Medical Director in patient profiles review, scientific review of other study level data, protocol deviation review, creation of Medical Review Summary report as needed.
- Partners with Medical Directors for medical data review meetings and safety review meetings including slide preparation as needed.
- Manages project scope of work, objectives, and quality of deliverables to ensure the project specific milestones and timelines are met. Serves as primary interface between internal team, customers, and vendors in the areas of medical data review and eligibility review.
- Collaborates with study team members including Clinical Operations, Data Management, Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance, and Project Management (set-up and/or lead meetings as appropriate) to identify risks related to data integrity and subject safety. Escalates ongoing and newly developed study concerns such as at-risk project deliverables and out of-scope tasks to the project leads in a timely manner.
- Attends and present at Trusted Process meetings and may participate in internal and external audits.
- Acquires basic understanding and knowledge of ongoing protocol designs and disease related terminology and pathology.
- Adheres to all data privacy guidelines, International Committee on Harmonization (ICH), and Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), all enterprise policies, standard operating procedures, work instructions, and project plans. Adheres to customer policies and standard operating procedures, as required in project plans.
- May manage limited number of direct reports. May participate or conduct interviews.
At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.
Salary Range:
$67,700.00 - $115,100.00The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.
Get to know Syneos Health
Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients.
No matter what your role is, you’ll take the initiative and challenge the status quo with us in a highly competitive and ever-changing environment. Learn more about Syneos Health.
http://www.syneoshealth.com
Additional Information
Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms. Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.
Summary
Partners with medical director and other team members on clinical and scientific input for phase I-IV clinical trials with an emphasis on protocol-specific requirements and ensuring the scientific integrity and data quality of clinical trials by using scientific knowledge. Collaborates with Medical Director(s) and other team members on data reviews, and other Medical Management activities to ensure the successful execution and conduct of clinical trials.Updated: Yesterday
Location: Remote, IA, United States
Job ID: 25112668-OTHLOC-1500-2DIA-2DR
Join our Talent Network
Description
Clinical/Medical Scientist (Medical Monitoring) - Oncology - BreastOur Clinical Solutions team members act with a drug development mindset, applying their years of experience and deep expertise to truly understand customer needs and represent those in the solutions we shape.
Whether you join us in a Functional Service Provider partnership or a Full-Service environment, you’ll collaborate with passionate problem solvers, innovating as a team to help our customers achieve their goals. We are agile and driven to deliver – for one another, our customers, and, most importantly, for those in need.
Discover what your 25,000 future colleagues already know:
Why Syneos Health
- We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression; supportive and engaged line management; technical and therapeutic area training; peer recognition and total rewards program.
- We are committed to building an inclusive culture – where you can authentically be yourself. Central to this is our purpose – Driven to Deliver – which captures the passion of our colleagues to show up each day and shape solutions that have the ability to dramatically impact someone’s life.
- We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because we know that when we bring together smart colleagues from across the world, we can shape the future of healthcare, driving impact for customers and defining the pace of patient progress.
Job Responsibilities
- Works with Medical Director to develop medical plans (Medical Management Plan, Medical Data Review Plan, and Eligibility Review Plan). Engages with outside experts/consultants/advisors to coordinate the acquisition of necessary medical/scientific input to prepare the respective medical plans.
- Performs regular and ad-hoc medical review of data listings and data visualization as needed; analyzes the data to identify risks and data patterns/trends and supports documentation of medical reviews. Pro-actively identifies and resolves medical data review issues as they arise.
- Authors medical data queries and reviews query responses, approves query closure in association with Medical Director.
- May assist Medical Director in patient profiles review, scientific review of other study level data, protocol deviation review, creation of Medical Review Summary report as needed.
- Partners with Medical Directors for medical data review meetings and safety review meetings including slide preparation as needed.
- Manages project scope of work, objectives, and quality of deliverables to ensure the project specific milestones and timelines are met. Serves as primary interface between internal team, customers, and vendors in the areas of medical data review and eligibility review.
- Collaborates with study team members including Clinical Operations, Data Management, Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance, and Project Management (set-up and/or lead meetings as appropriate) to identify risks related to data integrity and subject safety. Escalates ongoing and newly developed study concerns such as at-risk project deliverables and out of-scope tasks to the project leads in a timely manner.
- Attends and present at Trusted Process meetings and may participate in internal and external audits.
- Acquires basic understanding and knowledge of ongoing protocol designs and disease related terminology and pathology.
- Adheres to all data privacy guidelines, International Committee on Harmonization (ICH), and Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), all enterprise policies, standard operating procedures, work instructions, and project plans. Adheres to customer policies and standard operating procedures, as required in project plans.
- May manage limited number of direct reports. May participate or conduct interviews.
At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.
Salary Range:
$67,700.00 - $115,100.00The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.
Get to know Syneos Health
Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients.
No matter what your role is, you’ll take the initiative and challenge the status quo with us in a highly competitive and ever-changing environment. Learn more about Syneos Health.
http://www.syneoshealth.com
Additional Information
Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms. Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.
Summary
Partners with medical director and other team members on clinical and scientific input for phase I-IV clinical trials with an emphasis on protocol-specific requirements and ensuring the scientific integrity and data quality of clinical trials by using scientific knowledge. Collaborates with Medical Director(s) and other team members on data reviews, and other Medical Management activities to ensure the successful execution and conduct of clinical trials.See All 14 Scientist Jobs in Iowa
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Scientist Job Market in Iowa
A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.
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- Education
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in scientist jobs across Iowa.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in biology, chemistry, agriculture, or a related science field
- Hands-on laboratory or field research experience relevant to the Iowa employer's core focus area
- Proficiency with data analysis tools and scientific software used in the specialty
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards for agricultural, environmental, or pharmaceutical research
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings to technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to collaborate within interdisciplinary teams common to Iowa's research-driven industries
Scientist Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a scientist in Iowa?
Most scientist roles in Iowa require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such as biology, chemistry, environmental science, or agricultural science, with advanced research positions expecting a master's or doctorate. Iowa does not have a single state-issued license covering all scientists, but specific paths do carry credential requirements: environmental scientists working on regulated projects often need certifications recognized by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, and food scientists may need credentials aligned with federal safety standards enforced locally.
Which companies hire scientists in Iowa?
Employers hiring scientists in Iowa right now include The University of Iowa, SETI Institute, and Zoetis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Iowa's strong agricultural and bioscience industries mean research institutions, crop technology companies, and food manufacturing firms account for a large share of ongoing scientist hiring across the state.
Which Iowa cities have the most scientist jobs?
Iowa, Iowa City, and Ames account for the most scientist openings in Iowa. Des Moines draws demand through its corporate headquarters and healthcare research presence, Iowa City benefits from the University of Iowa's research enterprise and affiliated medical institutions, and Ames is anchored by Iowa State University and the surrounding agricultural technology corridor that attracts both private and government-funded research operations.
Are there remote scientist jobs in Iowa?
Yes, but they're rare. About 88% of scientist openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most laboratory and field research work. The roles most likely to offer remote flexibility are those focused on data analysis, regulatory affairs, scientific writing, or computational modeling rather than bench or field work.
How can I get hired as a scientist in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through undergraduate research programs or post-graduate internships offered by Iowa State University, the University of Iowa, and companies in the Ames-based agricultural technology corridor. Large employers like Corteva and regional food manufacturers regularly hire into associate scientist or research technician roles designed for candidates without extensive professional experience. A relevant degree, demonstrated lab skills, and familiarity with the specific field's safety or compliance standards give candidates a practical edge when applying.
Where can I find and apply to scientist jobs in Iowa?
You can find and apply to scientist jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that fit your background, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match your experience and qualifications.
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