Senior Clinical Scientist – Clinical Development

About the role

Ascendis Pharma is seeking a Senior Clinical Scientist to design, monitor and analyse clinical trials within the Endocrine and Rare Disease medical sciences area. The role is based on‑site at the Hellerup headquarters and reports to the VP of Clinical Science in the US.

Key responsibilities

• Design clinical trials, provide oversight and support site and subject retention.
• Prepare and review trial documents such as protocols, investigator brochures, monitoring plans, training materials and regulatory submissions.
• Participate in cross‑functional study teams and ensure consistent language and criteria across endocrine projects.
• Track safety and efficacy data, anticipate obstacles and implement solutions.
• Analyse clinical data, contribute to manuscripts, presentations and regulatory filings.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of scientific, medical and regulatory guidance.
• Build relationships with investigative sites, clinical consultants and key opinion leaders.

Required profile

• Relevant degree (e.g., cand.pharm/MSc in Pharmacy or equivalent) with a strong scientific track record.
• Understanding of statistical concepts and clinical trial design.
• Ability to interpret non‑clinical data in relation to clinical outcomes.
• Experience handling confidential, regulated information with sound judgement.
• Preferred: at least 4 years of clinical trial design and execution experience and 4 years in the pharmaceutical industry.

Required skills

• Clinical trial design
• Statistical concepts
• Regulatory submission preparation