Junior Clinical Scientist

Job Summary

This contract opportunity is for a Junior Clinical Scientist based in New Jersey, supporting work across medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. The role sits in a regulated healthcare setting and focuses on clinical research, post-market monitoring, and the preparation of scientific documentation.

The position is suited to someone early in their career who can help with clinical data review, literature research, clinical evaluation tasks, and coordination with quality and regulatory functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to clinical research and clinical evaluation workstreams.
• Collect, review, and help interpret clinical data.
• Draft, update, and organize clinical as well as scientific records.
• Assist with post-market surveillance and complaint trend analysis.
• Carry out scientific literature searches and related assessments.
• Work alongside Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, and R&D teams.
• Support risk management activities and benefit-risk analysis.
• Follow FDA, ISO 13485, and other applicable compliance requirements.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or a closely related discipline.
• Between 0 and 2 years of experience in clinical research, clinical affairs, quality, or the healthcare industry.
• Working knowledge of clinical research practices, medical device or pharmaceutical regulations, clinical documentation, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Strong skills in analysis, written documentation, and communication.
• Ability to collaborate well in cross-functional environments.

Preferred Skills

• Background exposure to Clinical Affairs, Post-Market Surveillance, or Regulatory Affairs.
• Familiarity with FDA requirements and clinical evaluation processes.
• Experience reviewing scientific literature and analyzing data.
• Knowledge of complaint handling, CAPA, or risk management is an advantage.

Additional Information

This role is in the medical devices, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors. The contract is limited to W2 engagement only.