Scientific Affairs Analyst

Role overview

The Scientific Affairs Analyst supports pre-award clinical trials work by reviewing study protocols, identifying testing needs, and helping prepare accurate and timely responses for proposals. This role coordinates test methods and study setup with internal research and laboratory teams as well as referral laboratory partners. It also serves as a communication bridge between laboratory operations, sales, proposals, and project management.

Key responsibilities

• Examine clinical trial protocols to determine testing requirements, appropriate testing facilities, and any special considerations needed for accurate proposal responses.
• Prepare and review pricing documents when required, and flag any inconsistencies.
• Build and maintain working relationships with ACM and referral laboratories.
• Contribute scientific and technical details for client RFPs and RFIs.
• Share observations with the manager on trends or issues that may affect business operations.
• Help coordinate testing approaches with referral laboratories as needed.
• Track and document referred testing details throughout active studies, including supporting referral lab contracting.
• Identify issues and support corrective actions when necessary.
• Relay information between Laboratory Operations and Sales.
• Escalate study-related or testing-related concerns to leadership during the life cycle of the study.
• Escalate any problems involving referral laboratories to leadership.
• Suggest process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce cost, and resolve operational challenges.
• Follow company policies and procedures while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Work with internal and external partners and join client calls to discuss new business needs or ongoing study matters.
• Help train new team members.
• Provide consultation to clinical trials operations and external clients when needed.
• Handle additional duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or more than 3 years of experience as a clinical laboratory scientist.
• At least 2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in clinical trials.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Ability to manage several projects with demanding deadlines.
• Comfort working both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Generalist laboratory background preferred.
• Ability to guide and motivate others positively.
• MT (ASCP) certification preferred.

Work schedule and conditions

This is a remote position based in the United States. The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday during daytime hours.

The position is classified as sedentary work, meaning it may involve sitting most of the time with only occasional walking or standing. Occasional force up to 10 pounds may be required.

Reasonable accommodations may be considered for any physical requirements reported by the prospective employee or their physician/delegate.

Compensation

The advertised base salary range is $70,000 to $90,000 per year. Final pay may vary based on experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contract terms. The role may also be eligible for additional pay components.

Equal opportunity

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, and local laws.