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We are an early-stage startup founded by Stanford physicians.\nWe are seeking a Clinical Trial Operations Lead to build and lead the operational foundation for UpDoc’s clinical studies as we generate the evidence needed to validate and scale our technology.\nThis is a remote role, with candidates preferred to be physically located in the San Francisco Bay Area.\nWho You Are\nYou’re an experienced clinical trial operator who knows how to take a study from protocol and planning through execution, data collection, and closeout.\nYou have worked in digital health, medical devices, SaMD, biotech, or another regulated healthcare environment and understand what rigorous clinical research looks like. 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