Research Scientist - Clinical & Translational Research

Caris MPI, Inc.

Irving, TXFull-timePosted Apr 29, 2026

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Qualifications

  • •Ph.D. in computational biology, statistics, bioinformatics, cancer biology, biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology or biostatistics or equivalent training and experience required
  • •Two to five years’ experience in clinical and translational research using NextGen sequencing and clinical data
  • •Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • •Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and general working knowledge of Internet for business use
  • •Travel required: 20%
  • •At times may be required to work or respond to urgent requests weekends/holidays
  • •Conditions of Employment: Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification
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Responsibilities

  • •Research results will be presented at major conferences and published in top clinical oncology journals, and will inform biomarker strategies, cohort development, treatment pattern assessments, and ultimately accelerate the future of oncology drug development
  • •Qualified individuals will combine scientific and analytical expertise with strong communication skills to effectively engage KOL’s in scientific discussions, shape high-impact research, and contribute to the advancement of precision oncology through publications in leading journals and presentations at major conferences
  • •The ideal candidate will also support cross-functional communication across internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment of scientific goals with business objectives
  • •The main job function of CTR scientist is to collaborate with academic and biopharma collaborators to deliver high quality research publications using Caris Multiomic database
  • •Work under the CTR leadership and collaborate closely with the KOL and their research team to design and refine translational research ideas to ensure robust methodology and optimal use of Caris’ multiomic database for high level publications
  • •Lead assigned research projects from conception to publication/presentation, initiated either internally or externally as collaborative efforts; apply knowledge of cancer biology, molecular genetics, data science, computational biology, and clinical oncology to ensure the quality and novelty of the projects
  • •Collaborate under the guidance of CTR leadership and in close partnership with POA strategy team, MSL, bioinformaticians, data scientists, molecular scientists, geneticists and pathologist teams to deliver innovative and clinically relevant findings
  • •Effectively communicate research results to collaborators, biopharma partners, and company leadership via virtual or in person presentations
  • •Draft manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations; collaborate with external and internal authors through the full publication process
  • •Stay current with the fast emerging scientific and clinical literature in the field of clinical oncology, share with the CTR team and medical affairs team knowledge and progress in the space
  • •Training will be a combination of work with the Vice President of CTR, other CTRs, Directors, and Sr
  • •All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee
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