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Career-defining. Life-changing.
At iRhythm , you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while impacting the lives of people around the world. iRhythm is shaping a future where everyone, everywhere can access the best possible cardiac health solutions. Every day, we collaborate, create, and constantly reimagine what’s possible. We think big and move fast, driven by our commitment to put patients first and improve lives. We need builders like you. Curious and innovative problem solvers looking for the chance to meaningfully shape the future of cardiac health, our company, and your career
About This Role:
About this role:
iRhythm is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Clinical Research Scientist to provide leadership in clinical study design, analysis, and medical/scientific writing as part of its Scientific Affairs organization. This is a unique opportunity to work as part of a highly collaborative team comprised of medical and scientific leaders tasked with driving iRhythm ’s product innovation, development of clinical strategies, and evidence dissemination. The Senior Clinical Research Scientist is responsible for the leading scientific aspects of clinical research for assigned project(s) and will work closely with Clinical Research Operations, Biostatistics and Data Management, other iRhythm functions and external partners to deliver impactful clinical evidence. The Senior Clinical Research Scientist, in concert with the clinical director, is accountable for achieving successful delivery of clinical team activities at the project level by meeting company and regulatory requirements according to time, quality/scope and budget constraints. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere within the United States. Candidates much have a reliable internet connection and dedicated workspace to ensure productivity.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:
Proactively manage project-level scientific aspects of clinical research projects, including study design, analysis, and evidence dissemination
Support the Clinical Science function in development of clinical evidence strategies
Work closely with internal (product management, regulatory, R&D, data management and biostatistics) and external (clinical thought leaders and other subject matter experts) stakeholders to ensure robustness of clinical findings and alignment of evidence to iRhythm strategic goals
Lead development of clinical study design and study protocols for prospective trials in support of market clearance and post-market clinical evidence.
Develop analysis plans and study protocols for targeted analysis of existing datasets, including prior device registrations and other real-world evidence
With data management and biostatistics, drive analysis and interpretation of prospective clinical data and real-world evidence
Lead evidence dissemination for clinical applications and product programs through a)scientific writing including drafting and submission of conference abstracts and peer-reviewed journal articles, b)development of poster and slides for scientific meetings, and c)collaboration with internal and external co-authors through steering committees, investigator meetings and 1-on-1 communication
Cross-functional support of health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) and regulatory teams, including development of US and Global regulatory-clinical documentation (e.g., CSRs, CERs)
Participate in review of external investigator-initiated research proposals for scientific merit and alignment with iRhythm objectives
Periodically provide updates on study progress, and with respect to project plan. Partner with clinical research operations to ensure timeliness of clinical study execution, mitigation of project risks, and adherence to quality standards, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements.
About you:
Advanced Degree in Biomedical Science or Health-related field required (MD, PhD preferred)
Ten or more years of clinical science or clinical development experience in medical device or related industries or in high-performing academic medical centers/universities, or academic or commercial research organizations (AROs/CROs) knowledge of clinical research operations including GCP and ISO 14155
Clinical research experience in heart rhythm disorders, atrial fibrillation, cardiac electrophysiology, cardiology or a related field. Cardiovascular experience strongly preferred.
Experience in observational study design and execution (health services and outcomes research) as well as clinical trial design Strong understanding of causal inference Working knowledge of metrics associated with diagnostic testing accuracy (i.e., Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV) A demonstrated working knowledge of GCP, FDA and EU regulations regarding medical devices and SaMD Substantive experience with study design including clinical trials and observational designs
Understanding of basic and intermediate biostatistics. While not expected to perform complex statistics, and understanding of commonly applied biostatistical approaches and causal inference is critical.
Strong writing skills and experience in writing clinical study reports, conference abstracts, and manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals; experience with US and EU clinical-regulatory documentation is preferred (e.g., 510(k), IDE, PMA, and CER)
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product management, regulatory affairs, and R&D
Experience in program management and project oversight, including high visibility projects
Read, write and speak fluent English; ability to present information to a variety of audiences
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally is required, it is anticipated that this will be less than 30 % of work time
What’s in it for you
This is a regular full-time position with competitive compensation package, excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurances (all of which start on your first day), health savings account employer contributions (when enrolled in high deductible medical plan), cafeteria plan pre-taxed benefits (FSA, dependent care FSA, commute reimbursement accounts), travel reimbursement for medical care, noncontributory basic life insurance & short/ long term disability. Additionally, we offer:
emotional health support for you and your loved ones legal / financial / identity theft/ pet and child referral assistance paid parental leave, paid holidays, travel assistance for personal trips and PTO!
iRhythm also provides additional benefits including 401(k) (with company match), an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, pet insurance discount, unlimited amount of Linked In Learning classes and so much more!
Location:
Remote - US
Actual compensation may vary depending on job-related factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and work location.
Estimated Pay Range
$150,000 - $180,000
As a part of our core values, we ensure an inclusive workforce. We welcome and celebrate people of all backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. iRhythm Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws.
iRhythm provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, including those who may have any difficulty using our online system. If you need such an accommodation, you may contact us at
About iRhythm Technologies
iRhythm is a leading digital healthcare company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease. Combining wearable biosensors and cloud-based data analytics with powerful proprietary algorithms, iRhythm distills data from millions of heartbeats into clinically actionable information. Through a relentless focus on patient care, iRhythm ’s vision is to deliver better data, better insights, and better health for all.
Make iRhythm your path forward. Zio, the heart monitor that changed the game.
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