Senior Medical Scientist – Protocol Design (Remote)

About the role

Syneos Health is seeking a Senior Medical Scientist with at least three years of experience in protocol design to join its fully remote team. You will work closely with the Medical Director to develop and execute comprehensive medical plans that support clinical studies and ensure data integrity.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Medical Director to create Medical Management, Data Review, and Eligibility Review plans.
• Engage external experts to gather scientific input for plan development.
• Conduct regular and ad‑hoc medical data reviews, identify risks, and document findings.
• Draft and manage medical data queries, review responses, and approve closures.
• Support patient profile reviews, protocol deviation assessments, and creation of Medical Review Summary reports.
• Lead or support medical data and safety review meetings, including slide preparation.
• Coordinate with Clinical Operations, Data Management, Drug Safety, Pharmacovigilance, and Project Management teams to manage scope, timelines, and deliverable quality.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of experience in protocol design and medical data review.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Proven ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail.

Required skills

• Protocol design
• Medical data review
• Data visualization
• Medical query management

What we offer

• 100 % remote work arrangement.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Supportive line management and peer recognition programs.
• Access to technical and therapeutic area training.