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CIRM

Senior Science Officer, Clinical Development

CIRM

. Help manage a portfolio of clinical trial project awards .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeSouth San Francisco • California • United StatesSenior💰 $154,891 - $178,416 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical operations and project management within the context of stem cell and gene therapy development, with a strong focus on cross-functional collaboration and effective communication. Proven ability to assess project progress, manage risks, and support innovative clinical development initiatives.

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PhD, PharmD, MD/DOClinical Operations ManagementCross-Team CollaborationDrug Development KnowledgeProject Management

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Hard Skills
Clinical Trial ManagementRegulatory KnowledgeData Tracking and ReportingMilestone DevelopmentRisk AssessmentSOP DevelopmentProject Milestone MonitoringFunding Program ImplementationScientific Workshop ContributionPatient Access Strategy
Soft Skills
Outstanding Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationOrganizational SkillsAdaptabilityPresentation Skills
Industry Keywords
Stem Cell TherapyGene TherapyBiomedical ResearchClinical DevelopmentPatient AdvocacyCIRM ProgramsScientific Thought LeadershipClinical InfrastructureGrants ManagementCompetitive Review Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Help manage a portfolio of clinical trial project awards
  • Provide clinical operations subject matter expertise across relevant CIRM programs
  • Interface with the Patient Access Team for Clinical Infrastructure support
  • Work cross-functionally with Clinical Development, Preclinical Development, Patient Access, Grants Management and Review Teams
  • Manage development of project milestones and contracting of awarded clinical trial stage projects
  • Monitor programmatic, scientific and/or technical progress and support timely milestone achievement
  • Assess project progress through objective metrics and maintain complete, up-to-date reporting
  • Identify risks or deficiencies in active projects and leverage resources to ensure success
  • Recommend appropriate action to suspend or discontinue projects when warranted
  • Seek innovative ways to improve and accelerate therapies through clinical development
  • Monitor resources for appropriate and efficient use
  • Support competitive review processes for Clinical Development portfolio projects
  • Collaborate with the Patient Access Team to increase patient access to CIRM-funded therapies and leverage Clinical Infrastructure Programs
  • Track trends and developments in stem cell and gene therapy research
  • Connect scientists with collaborators, resources or programs
  • Consult with potential applicants about the application process
  • Collect data, track portfolio progress, and create and maintain stakeholder and leadership reporting slides
  • Contribute to CIRM-sponsored webinars, scientific workshops and grantee/trainee conferences
  • Support development and implementation of funding programs
  • Represent CIRM at scientific, medical, governmental and industry meetings and events
  • Engage scientific thought leaders, subject matter experts and patient advocacy groups
  • Promote and disseminate Clinical Development team information to stakeholders
  • Develop internal guidance and SOP documents
  • Collaborate to generate efficiencies, enhance productivity and develop competencies
  • Support team objectives and demonstrate commitment to CIRM’s mission

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Doctorate (PhD, PharmD, MD/DO) in medicine, biomedical research or a related area
  • 5 years or more of work experience in a science-related discipline beyond doctoral degree
  • Three years of demonstrated management experience in leading preclinical development, clinical development and/or manufacturing of stem cell-based therapies or genetic therapies
  • Strong knowledge of drug development, manufacturing process, clinical operations and regulatory for stem cell-based therapies and genetic therapies
  • Proven track record in leading cross-team collaboration to deliver high-quality outcomes
  • Ability to effectively manage, organize and prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and demanding environment
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Ability to make clear, concise and impactful presentations
  • Ability to embrace change and a desire to learn
  • Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter
  • Must be willing to work in a high-rise building
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment
  • Be available to work outside of normal business hours

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Hybrid work arrangement: two days in the South San Francisco office and three days remotely
  • Reasonable accommodations for the interview process
  • Equal Employment Opportunity employer