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Today, we're advancing programs in Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology.\nHere at Ascendis, we pride ourselves on exceptional science, visionary leadership, and skilled and passionate colleagues.\nGuided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we use our TransCon® drug development platform to fulfill our mission of developing new and potentially best-in-class therapies to address unmet medical needs.\nOur culture fosters a place where skilled, adaptable, and highly resourceful professionals can truly make their mark. We offer a dynamic workplace for employees to grow and develop their skills.\nThe Clinical Scientist is involved in the design, monitoring, and data analysis of the Company’s late-phase clinical trials studying growth hormone, parathyroid hormone, and/or C-type natriuretic peptide therapies. As such, the Senior Clinical Scientist is an important and visible member of the Clinical Development team. The Senior Clinical Scientist position is based in the United States ideally the Scientist will work hybrid from our Princeton, NJ office but we may consider a remote arrangement for the right candidate.\nKey Responsibilities\nFor clinical trials: design, provide oversight, and support site and subject retention \nEnsure successful completion of documents (including clinical trial protocols, investigator brochures, monitoring plans, site training materials, clinical study reports, health authority responses, standard operating procedures, etc.) with cross-functional team members\nParticipate on study teams and cross-functional teams as appropriate, and as delegated by the Vice President, Clinical Development\nEnsure consistent use of language and criteria across multiple endocrine projects \nEnsure study integrity, and track accumulating safety and efficacy data\nAnticipate obstacles within a clinical trial, and implement solutions\nAnalyze, evaluate, and support accurate interpretation and reporting of clinical data\nContribute to drafting and reviewing clinical documents, manuscripts, presentations, and regulatory submissions \nMaintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant science, medical information, good clinical practices, and regulatory guidance\nCollaborate with-and serve as a clinical research resource for-cross-functional colleagues to optimize product development\nCultivate relationships with investigative sites, clinical consultants, and key opinion leaders to represent the interests of the company\nSupport corporate strategic and organizational initiatives\nAssist with commercial activities as needed\nComplete assigned tasks thoroughly, accurately, and on time\nAdhere to rigorous ethical standards \nTravel up to 20% domestically and internationally for scientific meetings\nRequirements\nAdvanced degree e.g. Ph.D., Pharm.D., MS, or equivalent\nStrong track record of scientific and clinical inquiry\nUnderstand statistical concepts and clinical trial design\nUnderstand the connection between nonclinical data and clinical data\nPossess excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)\nLearn quickly, follow complex directions under pressure \nMulti-task while remaining organized and attentive to detail\nWork hard, be a trustworthy and collaborative team player\nTake initiative and solve problems of moderate complexity\nDemonstrate sound judgement in terms of handling complex, confidential, and regulated information\nLead both directly and by example\nPreferred, but not required:\nAt least 4 years of experience with clinical trial design and execution\nAt least 4 years of pharmaceutical industry experience \nExperience with regulatory submissions and interactions\nThe estimated salary range for this position is $160-180K/year USD DOE. Actual salary determination is dependent on a variety of factors some of which include: experience, qualifications, and geographic location. This position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus or an incentive compensation plan (eligibility varies based on role and position level), discretionary stock-based long-term incentives, paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package.\nBenefits\n 401(k) plan with company match \n Medical, dental, and vision plans \n Company-offered Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance \n Company-provided short and long-term disability benefits \n Unique offerings of Pet Insurance and Legal Insurance\n Employee Assistance Program\n Employee Discounts\n Professional Development\n Health Saving Account (HSA)\n Flexible Spending Accounts\n Various incentive compensation plans\n Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance \n Mental Health resources \n Paid leave benefits for new parents \n A note to recruiters:\nWe do not allow external search party solicitation. Presentation of candidates without written permission from the Ascendis Pharma Inc. 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