Core Clinical Sciences is a scientist-led consultancy that helps pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies design studies and generate comparative and economic evidence. Our team applies rigorous quantitative methods to help de-risk their investments and support informed decision making.
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Scientific Delivery to lead project delivery at CCS. Our team is built around deep statistical and methodological expertise. This role pairs that expertise with strong project leadership and communication, so our work is delivered as clearly and efficiently as it is rigorously.
You will manage our portfolio of client projects day to day: setting timelines, defining what each deliverable needs to contain, guiding the team as they draft reports and slide decks, and reviewing work so it is client ready before final sign off. You will work alongside the Scientific Lead on client engagements and take over day to day client communication as relationships develop.
You will also help the team grow their client-facing skills: structuring deliverables, anticipating client needs, and communicating findings clearly. Over time, you will contribute to scoping, proposals, and budgets.
You are personable and attentive in client relationships, and confident representing CCS in both scientific and business settings. You communicate clearly with stakeholders of varying technical backgrounds, adapting how you explain technical ideas so they land with each audience. You have a sharp eye for detail and hold every deliverable to a high standard, whether it is a manuscript, a report, or a slide deck. You bring a solutions-focused mindset and are as comfortable guiding others' work as producing your own.
This is a professional track role.



You need enough methodological breadth to understand and review statistical and other methodological work, but you will not be expected to run analyses yourself.
Reports to: Founder and Scientific Lead
Level: Senior. This role is not suited to recent graduates.
We are looking for at least 5 years of industry experience in consulting or in pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies, including at least 2 years leading client projects and deliverables independently.
Location: Open to candidates anywhere in Canada. Preference will be given to candidates near Vancouver who can work on-site three days per week.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Delivery
Manage scope, timelines, and budgets across multiple concurrent projects.
Set up each project at kickoff: deliverables, owners, and review points.
Anticipate scope changes and delivery risks early, and propose contingency plans.
Keep clients updated on project status, working alongside the Scientific Lead.
Define the structure and content of each deliverable before drafting starts.
Review reports, slide decks, protocols, and manuscripts for accuracy, consistency, clarity, and formatting before they go to the Scientific Lead for sign off.
Lead or coauthor key deliverables and peer-reviewed manuscripts.
Produce clear, professional figures and slides.




Build and maintain CCS templates and style standards for Word and Power Point deliverables.
Assign and review work, giving technical and professional feedback.
Coach statisticians and scientists on structuring deliverables, writing for clients, and presenting results.
Give input on team members’ performance and development.
Methodological Oversight
Make sure work rests on sound, defensible methods, and escalat to the Scientific Lead when needed.
Proposal Support
Contribute to proposals and RFP responses, including scope, timelines, and staffing.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Master's degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, health economics, or a related quantitative or life sciences field.
Ph D strongly preferred.
Experience
At least 5 years of industry experience in consulting or in pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies.
Experience managing multiple concurrent projects for pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device clients.
Experience reviewing junior colleagues’ work and giving constructive feedback that helps them produce high quality deliverables.
Experience communicating directly with clients, adapting to different communication styles, and building lasting relationships.
Skills
Robust technical writing, with the ability to tailor style to different audiences.
Exceptional attention to detail and written accuracy.
A strong eye for visual design and document layout, with the ability to produce polished, professional technical documents and slide decks.
Enough technical and strategic knowledge across the product lifecycle, from clinical development and regulatory engagement to post-approval evidence needs, to advise clients on project content and approach.
Ability to keep deliverable quality and c

📌 Associate director (Vancouver)
🏢 Core Clinical Sciences
📍 Vancouver