Research Associate

BIOPHARMACEUTICAL RESEARCH COMPANY

Research Associate

Castroville, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Stock options plan

    Vision insurance

    Research Associate, Clinical R&D

    Location: Remote (US)

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Reports to: Director of Research & Development

    About the Role

    Biopharmaceutical Research Company (BRC) is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing evidence-based, regulatory-compliant botanical therapies derived from cannabis to address serious unmet medical needs, with a focus on chronic pain, inflammatory conditions, and neurological disorders, and the goal of achieving FDA approval.

    As the company and its development portfolio continue to expand, we are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to support clinical and nonclinical research programs advancing novel therapeutics in a remote-first work environment. This role will work closely with internal scientific and regulatory leadership, as well as external collaborators, to support study design and execution, regulatory submissions, and the preparation of scientific and regulatory documentation across multiple stages of development.

    The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working across disciplines, with a minimum of two years of relevant industry experience in biomedical or clinical research or drug development and demonstrated success working in a remote-first setting.

    Key Responsibilities

    Clinical & Nonclinical Research Support

    · Support the planning, tracking, and execution of clinical and nonclinical studies, including investigator-initiated and Sponsored trials, qualitative studies and early-phase development programs

    · Assist in the authoring and review of study documentation, including protocols, ICFs, study reports, and scientific publications

    · Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and communications with CROs, academic collaborators, consultants, and SMEs

    · Support engagement with patient advocacy groups to incorporate patient perspectives into study design, endpoint selection, and communication materials

    Regulatory & Compliance Support

    · Assist in the preparation, compilation, and maintenance of regulatory submissions (e.g., IND/CTA submissions, and IRB/REB submissions), ensuring that documentation aligns with applicable regulatory guidance (e.g., FDA, Health Canada, ICH)

    · Support document compliance activities

    Scientific Writing & Literature Review

    · Conduct systematic literature reviews to support nonclinical safety, pharmacology, and clinical rationale

    · Summarize and synthesize emerging scientific data into internal reports, regulatory documents, and presentation materials

    · Assist with manuscript preparation, figure/table development, and data summaries as needed

    General Research & Project Management

    · Maintain organized study files, trackers, and project documentation

    · Support internal data review meetings and preparation of materials for leadership or external stakeholders

    · Assist with ad hoc research, data analysis support, and cross-functional projects as needed

    Qualifications

    Required

    · Legally authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship available

    · Master’s degree in a life sciences discipline (e.g., pharmacology, biology, neuroscience, or related field)

    · Minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience supporting clinical trials or nonclinical studies in an industry setting

    · Strong scientific writing and communication skills

    · Experience conducting and summarizing scientific literature reviews

    · Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

    · Working knowledge of biostatistics and statistical software (e.g., SPSS, GraphPad Prism), with experience supporting data analysis, figure/table generation, and interpretation of nonclinical and/or clinical research data

    · Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote-first environment, including managing priorities independently, communicating clearly across time zones, and collaborating with cross-functional teams using digital tools. Note: this position is currently remote; however, future business needs may require occasional or regular on-site presence.

    · Ability to travel within North America up to quarterly for meetings, site visits, or conferences

    Preferred

    · Experience working with cannabis-derived products, botanical drug development, or Schedule I substances in a regulated research or drug development setting

    · Familiarity with regulatory submissions (FDA, Health Canada, IRB/REB)

    · Experience collaborating with CROs or academic research partners

    Salary and Benefits

    · Further information available upon request and execution of an NDA

    · Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

    · 401K plan

    · Equity compensation

    How to Apply

    Please submit a cover letter and CV, outlining your relevant industry experience and explaining your interest in contributing to BRC’s research and development programs.

    BRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

    This is a remote position.