311 Research And Development jobs in Austin

**Specialty/Competency:** General Tax Consulting
**Industry/Sector:** Not Applicable
**Time Type:** Full time
**Travel Requirements:** Up to 20%
A career in our Specialised Tax Services practice, within Corporate Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet their tax obligations while managing the impact tax has on their business. You'll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing working capital, and profit sharing for partners. You'll also help organisations understand the pricing implications of goods and services between related parties, as well as providing advice on tax implications of deals.
Our team helps our clients achieve year to year consistency that leaves them in full compliance and with optimal cash savings. You'll help our clients identify qualifying cash tax savings and refund opportunities as well as gauging the impact of deductions and credits on the effective tax rate.
To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.
As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:
+ Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.
+ Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
+ Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.
+ Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.
+ Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.
+ Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.
+ Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.
+ Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
+ Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
+ Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
The Opportunity
As part of the Research & Development team you are expected to lead the way as technology-enabled tax advisors who provide advantages through digitization, automation, and increased efficiencies. As a Senior Associate you are expected to analyze complex problems, mentor others, and maintain rigorous standards. You are expected to focus on building client relationships, developing a deeper understanding of the business context, and navigating increasingly complex situations to grow your personal brand and technical knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Lead technology-enabled tax advisory services
- Drive digitization, automation, and efficiency improvements
- Analyze complex tax issues and provide solutions
- Mentor and develop junior team members
- Maintain exceptional standards in every tax deliverable
- Build and strengthen client relationships
- Develop a thorough understanding of the business context
- Inspire and manage team members to deliver quality work
What You Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree
- 2 years of experience
- Commitment to obtain one of the following certifications: CPA, Member of State Bar, Enrolled Agent, Master's - Engineering, Professional Engineer or other professional certifications approved for the practice before being promoted to Manager
- Other business related fields may be considered (such as, Business Administration/Management, Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Quantitative Finance, Engineering)
What Sets You Apart
- Working knowledge of the tax issues associated with Research and Development
- Skilled technical abilities with research credit regulations from the IRS, research credit case law, and utilizing R&D databases
- Participating in client discussions and meetings actively
- Communicating a broad range of Firm services
- Managing engagements including preparing concise, accurate documents
- Creating a positive environment by monitoring workloads of the team
- Providing candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner
- Researching business and industry trends to develop a point of view
- Innovating through new and existing technologies, experimenting with digitization solutions
- Working with large, complex data sets to build models and leverage data visualization tools
- Reviewing contracts and finding opportunities to introduce new pricing options
- Other business related fields may be considered (such as, Business Administration/Management, Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Quantitative Finance, Engineering)
Learn more about how we work: does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. 
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $214,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link:

**Company :**
Highmark Health
**Job Description :**
**JOB SUMMARY**
Solve complex healthcare challenges at the forefront of innovation. Highmark Health is seeking a Director Data Science R&D to pioneer the introduction of new analytical approaches and transform complex data into actionable insights. You'll be a catalyst for change, collaborating with senior leaders to implement data-driven strategies aligned with the Quintuple Aim. Join our dynamic Advanced Analytics group and unlock your potential to revolutionize healthcare through innovative data science.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Perform management responsibilities to include, but are not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions, coaching and development, rewards and recognition, performance management and staff productivity.Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develop and implement policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority.
+ Develop and deliver the vision, strategy, development, and coordinate execution of Highmark Health's data science capability.Be our main subject matter expert for data science methodologies, and advise colleagues on their correct application, and drive innovation within our data science community.Keep up to date with developments in the field of data science, and lead the coordination of technology partners and advanced analytics colleagues to ensure our data science teams have access to and are using most appropriate tools and resources, in the present and longer-term. Represent Highmark as a healthcare industry leader in the field of advanced analytics internally and externally.
+ Represent the entire Advanced Analytics group as the number one stakeholder for Highmark's analytical data products, ensuring our data colleagues aresupplying us with the most relevant, highest quality features and that all feature engineering / data exploration done with our group is fed back to the data teams to be productionized and made available to everyone.
+ Oversee delivery of novel data science use cases, which do not meet any of our existing patterns.This includes working with reports to partner with the business to understand their need and requirements, design a solution, introduce any necessary adaptations in our processes to deliver that solution, and drive implementation and adoption by the business.It also includes generalizing the use case, and maturing it into a data science pipeline (where appropriate).
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**EDUCATION**
**Required**
+ Doctorate degree in STEM, Health Services Research or related field **OR** Master's Degree inSTEM, Health Services Research, Business or related field with 7 years of relevant work experience
**Preferred**
+ None
**EXPERIENCE**
**Required**
+ 10 years of Advanced Statistical Analysis
+ 5 years in Management and/or Leadership role
+ 3 years of Consulting and/or working with Senior Leaders
**Preferred**
+ 3 years of Product Ownership
+ 3 years in Healthcare Industry
+ 1 year of Research and Development / Innovation
**LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ None
**SKILLS**
+ Data science methods
+ Data Science Tools
+ Stakeholder Management
+ Presentation
+ Communication
+ People Management
+ Project Management
+ Python
+ Spark
+ Artificial Intelligence
+ Machine Learning
+ Cloud platforms
+ Software Engineering

**Language (Other than English)**
None
**Travel Requirement**
0% - 25%
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
Position Type
Office-Based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Frequently
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
No
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Frequently
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$126,400.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$236,000.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at
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Req ID: J

**Your opportunity**
The R&D Software Engineer will be part of a small development team to conduct research on emerging technology and user trends, create innovative concepts to improve Schwab's customer experience, implement prototypes and present them to Schwab Leadership teams.
Are you a type of person who welcomes the challenge and the passion for cutting edge technology to achieve something extraordinary? Do you like the idea of turning a "sketch on a napkin" into something your users can see, touch and feel?
Our team is responsible for conducting experiments that yield learnings to the business and technology teams, inspiring them to take successful concepts to production. The R&D team, by design, works in sandbox environments and develops proofs-of-concept (PoC) to advise and catalyze production product backlogs.
What you are good at:
+ Collaborating with and mentoring a small group of talented engineers to perform R&D functions by exploring technology & user trends, implementing PoCs, and presenting the functioning concepts to Schwab's executives.
+ Working with other Schwab technology and product organizations to arrange and coordinate technology discussions, demos, idea brainstorms as well as strategic planning activities.
+ Anticipating technology advancements that may impact Schwab products, services, or customer experience.
+ Developing industry expertise and stay abreast of technology trends; contributing to staff development by sharing industry and technical knowledge.
+ Integrating consumer, marketplace, technical and business trends and insights into R&D plans and projects.
+ Exceptional ability and desire to acquire new knowledge and skills to solve challenges.
+ Must have the capacity to think outside the box and lead others in doing so.
**What you have**
+ Strong desire to "wow" our customers.
+ Strong technical knowledge around Gen-AI and associated technologies (i.e., LLMs, PyTorch/Tensorflow, Transformers, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning)
+ Strong understanding and desire for data analysis
+ Passionate in cutting-edge technologies, intolerant to poor product designs
+ Enjoy working with people in a diverse team environment.
+ 6-8 years computer engineering (or similar work) experience desired, with 2-4 years in AI with an emphasis on Generative AI
+ Ability to think on one's feet and enjoy finding new ways to solve problems.
+ Excellent communication skills for both small and large audiences. Having the ability to clearly articulate direction decisions.
+ Experience in mentoring junior engineers with frameworks and best practices.
+ Financial industry experience is a big plus.
**What's in it for you**
At Schwab, you're empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration-so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:
+ 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
+ Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
+ Paid parental leave and family building benefits
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ Health, dental, and vision insurance
What's in it for you:
At Schwab, we're committed to empowering our employees' personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you'll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:
401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
Paid parental leave and family building benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Schwab is an affirmative action employer, focused on employing and advancing in employment, qualified women, racial and ethnic minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities in the workplace. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at or call .

**Job Summary:**
The Contracts Manager, Research and Development Legal will be responsible for providing contract management to support clinical trials.
**Key Accountabilities:**
**Contract Negotiations and Reviews**
+ Review and negotiate Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), and Informed Consent Forms (ICFs), either directly or as escalated by Contract Research Organizations (CROs)
+ Identify and escalate contract terms to appropriate contract owners, attorneys, and other appropriate stakeholders, in a timely manner
+ Build strong working relationships with CRO contracting staff (including contracting staff at medical institutions) to facilitate quick contract executions and conflict resolutions ensuring efficient conduct of clinical trials Track and drive contracts to execution, including identifying remaining contracting issues, identifying appropriate stakeholders to reach decisions and convening meetings to drive efficient decision-making
+ Identify and effectively communicate priorities and urgencies to applicable stakeholders
+ Participate in cross-functional teams to ensure contract executions and strategies are achieving targeted goal
**Contract Administration / Operational Management**
+ Serve as an expert in client Contract Management System (CMS) and processes
+ Work closely with Legal Operations and the CMS teams to ensure contracts are properly managed in the system and develop enhancements, improvements and updates
+ Partner with Legal and other colleagues to address and solve day-to-day contracting issues and proactively troubleshoot and implement short-term and long-term contract improvements and efficiencies
+ Support and manage contract templates and guidelines, as requested; track negotiated terms across agreements and identify potential updates to contracting guidelines
+ Propose updated contracting guidelines, as needed
**Compliance with Parexel Standards**
+ Complies with required training curriculum
+ Completes timesheets accurately and timely as required
+ Submits expense reports as required
+ Updates CV as required
+ Maintains a working knowledge of and complies with Parexel processes, ICH-GCPs and other applicable requirements
**Skills:**
+ General understanding of applicable laws and regulations as well as legal risks that might impact research and development of a commercial-stage biotech company (including confidentiality, intellectual property, anti-kickback/anti-bribery laws, FDA regulations, and privacy laws)
+ Strong written, oral communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
+ Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
+ Ability to effectively prioritize workload and communicate priorities
+ Ability to work and adapt in a complex and dynamic organization handling multi-faceted projects with tight timelines
+ Ability to interact effectively and productively with all levels within an organization in a calm and professional manner
+ Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment
+ Detail oriented
**Knowledge and Experience:**
+ Minimum 5 years of site contracting experience in a CRO or pharma setting
+ Experience negotiating CDAs, CTAs, and ICFs, either in a pharmaceutical/biotech company or CRO
+ Experience negotiating with a Contract Management System (CMS) required
**Education:**
+ Undergraduate degree required
+ Paralegal certificate preferred
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**Company :**
Highmark Health
**Job Description :**
**JOB SUMMARY**
Are you an architect of interconnected data, driven by the belief that relationships hold the key to uncovering society's most complex challenges? Do you see medical records not just as disparate facts, but as a vast, dynamic network of patient journeys, disease progressions, and treatment efficacy? Highmark Health is seeking a groundbreaking Lead Data Scientist, Research & Development, specializing in Graph Intelligence, who will not just work with graph data, but will define the future of how we harness relational insights in healthcare.
This is a premier R&D position where you will lead the charge in inventing and proving out transformative graph-native analytical solutions. Your core mission is to push the boundaries of what's possible in advanced analytics by pioneering novel methodologies that leverage network science, knowledge graphs, and Graph Machine Learning (GML) to solve critical problems across the healthcare continuum. From personalizing patient care pathways to detecting complex fraud rings and understanding population health dynamics, your work will directly impact millions of lives.
As our Lead Graph Intelligence specialist, you will be the spearhead of cutting-edge research projects. This means deeply engaging with graph theory, building and enriching large-scale knowledge graphs, and developing next-generation Graph Neural Networks (GNNs), graph convolutional networks (GCNs), graph attention networks (GATs), and other advanced network algorithms. You'll architect unique graph embeddings, perform sophisticated link prediction, community detection, and anomaly detection on complex healthcare data. Your responsibilities will include designing rigorous experiments, building robust proof-of-concept models, and meticulously evaluating the performance and interpretability of these novel graph algorithms to ensure their real-world applicability.
You are not merely a data scientist; you are a relational data innovator with a strategic mindset. You inherently understand that the explicit modeling of entities and their relationships unlocks a deeper layer of intelligence that traditional tabular or sequential data models cannot. You will proactively identify opportunities to construct and leverage comprehensive healthcare knowledge graphs, integrating diverse patient, provider, claims, and clinical data to uncover hidden patterns, propagate insights through networks, and develop groundbreaking analytical solutions that exploit the rich, multi-modal structures within healthcare.
Leveraging your profound expertise in graph databases (e.g., Neo4j, ArangoDB, Amazon Neptune, Ontotext GraphDB), distributed graph processing frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark GraphX, Dask-Graph), and leading GML libraries (e.g., PyTorch Geometric, DGL, Spektral), you will conduct in-depth research, construct sophisticated predictive, prescriptive, and diagnostic models directly on graph structures. You will drive initiatives from theoretical concept to validated, scalable prototypes. You are a vigilant scout of the graph AI landscape, continuously scanning, rigorously evaluating, and championing the adoption of emerging graph platforms, algorithms, and tools. Furthermore, you will actively foster collaborations with leading academic institutions, healthcare research experts, and the broader graph community. Your contributions will extend to publishing seminal research findings in top-tier conferences and leading the dialogue on the transformative power of graph intelligence in healthcare.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Work directly with the business to understand their business processes and aims, then identify how analytical solutions could help deliver value for them. This would include being accountable for:
+ Outlining complex new use cases + creating high level impact estimates.
+ Identifying data elements needed and where to get them (including proxies).
+ Assembling data sets independently using knowledge of Highmark operational and analytic data structures.
+ Delivering the analytical solution to several complex business problems simultaneously.
+ Documenting objectives, assumptions and processes and enriching/expanding our standards as needed
+ Select and apply the appropriate advanced modeling/machine learning techniques to these data sets to deliver business insight, ensuring that the final analysis is well researched, accurate, and documented. This requires: Proficiency of a substantial number of advanced analytical techniques and mastery of a few, evidenced by in-depth knowledge and delivery record (for example regression models, tree-based learning, neural networks, clustering techniques, natural language processing)
+ Consult with the business to contextualize and translate the results of our analysis in a form which the business can understand and act upon. This will include: Written reports, presentation and data visualizations, and draws clear lines between the high-level problem specifications for a broad range of audiences, the analyses performed, and how the results link directly back to business objectives, and lead implementation which drives frontline workflow.
+ Plan, prepare and deliver/coordinate all elements of several analyses largely independently in such a way that it is delivered on time, to a high standard and ready to implement on a production basis (including dissemination through the Organization's user systems). This includes identifying the best route to implementation (developing the analytical solution accordingly).
+ Expertise and in-depth understanding of subject, be the face of major projects within ED&A, external presence/earned credibility (conferences, white papers, local/national associations); mentoring/teaching others
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**EDUCATION**
**Required**
+ Master's degree in Analytics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer and Information Science, Engineering Technology or related field **OR** Bachelor's Degree + 3 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a Master's Degree
**Preferred**
+ Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Analytics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer and Information Science, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
**EXPERIENCE**
**Required**
+ 5 years of Data Science
+ 3 years Data Science (if PhD Education)
**Preferred**
+ **Deep Expertise in Graph Theory & Network Science:** Comprehensive understanding of fundamental graph algorithms (centrality, community detection, pathfinding, clustering), knowledge graph principles, and network analysis techniques for complex systems.
+ **Advanced Graph Machine Learning (GML):** Proven experience designing, implementing, and optimizing various Graph Neural Network (GNN) architectures, graph convolutional networks, and other graph-specific machine learning models for tasks like node classification, link prediction, and anomaly detection in graphs.
+ **Knowledge Graph Engineering:** Hands-on experience in the entire lifecycle of knowledge graphs, including schema design (ontologies, RDF, OWL), data ingestion, graph construction, data cleaning, entity resolution, and advanced graph querying (e.g., Cypher, SPARQL).
+ **Graph Database & Platform Experience:** Practical experience with one or more leading graph databases (e.g., Neo4j, Google Spanner Graph) and distributed graph processing frameworks.
+ **GML Libraries & Frameworks:** Strong command of specialized GML libraries like PyTorch Geometric (PyG), Deep Graph Library (DGL), Spektral, or StellarGraph.
+ **Cloud Platform & MLOps:** Experience deploying and managing ML models, particularly GML pipelines, in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and familiarity with MLOps principles for research projects.
+ **Research & Publication Acumen:** A track record of contributing to cutting-edge research, including peer-reviewed publications in top-tier conferences or demonstrated experience in driving novel solution development from concept to prototype.
+ **Healthcare Data Familiarity:** Understanding of healthcare data domains (claims, clinical, EMR) and related ontologies or standards (e.g., SNOMED CT, ICD) is a significant plus.
+ **Experimental Design & Rigor:** Demonstrated ability to design robust experiments, rigorously evaluate model performance, interpret complex results, and contribute to the scientific understanding of graph-based solutions.
**LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ None
**SKILLS**
+ Analysis of business problems/needs
+ Analytical and Logical Reasoning/Thinking
+ Collaborative Problem Solving
+ Data Analysis with SQL, BigQuery
+ Statistical Analysis with Python, R
+ Written & Oral Presentation Skills
+ Basic proto-typing/front end skills
**Language (other than English)**
None
**Travel Required**
0% - 25&
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-Based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Occasionally
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Never
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
No
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Frequently
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement:_** _This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$108,000.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$201,800.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at
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Req ID: J

Our client, a leading innovator in the pharmaceutical industry, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Pharmaceutical Research Scientist specializing in Process Development to join their cutting-edge research facility in Austin, Texas, US . This role is critical for advancing our drug development pipeline by designing, optimizing, and scaling up manufacturing processes for novel pharmaceutical compounds. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of chemical engineering principles, formulation science, and GMP manufacturing environments, coupled with a passion for scientific rigor and collaborative research. This hybrid position offers a blend of in-lab work and remote analysis/reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize robust and scalable manufacturing processes for small molecule APIs and drug products.
• Conduct laboratory experiments to evaluate critical process parameters, identify optimal reaction conditions, and troubleshoot process issues.
• Utilize process analytical technology (PAT) and statistical design of experiments (DoE) to enhance process understanding and control.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for in-process controls and final product testing.
• Scale up processes from bench-top to pilot plant and commercial manufacturing, ensuring seamless technology transfer.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, protocols, and batch records suitable for regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in pharmaceutical process development, manufacturing technologies, and regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve process efficiency, yield, purity, and cost-effectiveness.
• Contribute to the intellectual property portfolio through invention disclosures and patent applications.
• Mentor junior scientists and research associates, providing technical guidance and support.
• Ensure all laboratory activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical process development and scale-up.
• Strong understanding of organic synthesis, chemical reaction engineering, and separation technologies.
• Proven experience with GMP manufacturing environments and regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA).
• Expertise in process characterization, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, MS, NMR, and dissolution testing.
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DoE) software (e.g., JMP, Minitab) is highly desirable.
• Excellent scientific judgment, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Project management skills and experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

If you are a driven scientist eager to make a significant impact in pharmaceutical innovation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company, is seeking a seasoned Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join their expanding team in Austin, Texas . This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking clinical trials while enjoying a flexible work arrangement. The Senior CRA will be responsible for managing, monitoring, and coordinating clinical trials in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, regulatory requirements, and protocol objectives. This includes site selection, initiation, monitoring, and close-out activities. You will build and maintain strong relationships with investigative sites, ensuring protocol adherence, patient safety, and data integrity. Key responsibilities involve conducting site visits (both in-person and remote), reviewing essential documents, verifying data accuracy, and resolving data discrepancies. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to interpret complex scientific and medical information. You will also be involved in training site staff on study procedures and ensuring compliance with all study-related activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of drug development processes, regulatory landscapes (FDA, EMA), and clinical trial management systems. Proven experience in therapeutic areas such as oncology, cardiology, or neurology is a significant advantage. This position demands excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, as you will be liaising with investigators, study coordinators, and internal project teams. The ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines is essential. Occasional travel to sites may be required, but the majority of your work will be conducted remotely or from our Austin office. We are committed to fostering an environment where scientific innovation and patient well-being are paramount.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform site initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits to ensure study compliance.
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and quality of clinical trial data.
• Ensure patient safety and adherence to the investigational plan and all applicable regulations.
• Train and support site personnel on study protocols and procedures.
• Manage investigational product accountability at sites.
• Prepare and present monitoring visit reports in a timely manner.
• Facilitate communication between investigative sites and the sponsor.
• Identify and resolve site-level issues and escalate as necessary.
• Contribute to the development of study-related documents, such as protocols and case report forms.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of therapeutic areas and relevant scientific advancements.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a life science or related field, with a Master's degree being a plus. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a CRA is expected, with a demonstrated track record of successful trial management. If you are a dedicated professional looking to advance your career in clinical research within a supportive and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Research Associate III to join their fully remote team. This pivotal role involves overseeing and managing all aspects of clinical trial conduct, ensuring adherence to protocols, regulatory requirements (GCP, FDA, ICH), and company standards. You will be responsible for site selection, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits, as well as ensuring data integrity and patient safety throughout the trial lifecycle. The ideal candidate possesses a strong scientific background, a thorough understanding of drug development processes, and a proven track record in managing complex clinical trials. Exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to travel (as needed, although the role is remote-first) are crucial. This position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with investigators, site staff, and internal project teams. You will play a key role in advancing novel therapies from discovery to market. Responsibilities include identifying and qualifying clinical trial sites, conducting site initiation visits, performing routine monitoring visits to assess protocol compliance and data accuracy, ensuring all study documentation is accurate and up-to-date, managing site personnel and study supplies, identifying and resolving issues that may impact trial integrity, and preparing study-related reports. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred; a minimum of 5-7 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate; extensive knowledge of clinical trial methodologies and regulatory guidelines; experience with various therapeutic areas; proficiency in EDC systems and CTMS; and excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. A strong understanding of pharmaceutical R&D is essential.

Our client, a pioneering pharmaceutical company at the forefront of oncology drug development, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join their dedicated research team. This role is integral to the successful execution of clinical trials, ensuring data integrity, patient safety, and adherence to regulatory requirements. The Senior CRA will be responsible for monitoring clinical trial sites, verifying data accuracy, and ensuring compliance with study protocols and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines. You will act as a key liaison between investigational sites, internal study teams, and regulatory authorities. This position demands a rigorous approach to documentation, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of the clinical trial process, particularly within the complex field of oncology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct pre-study, initiation, routine, and close-out monitoring visits at clinical trial sites.
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of clinical trial data by reviewing source documents and case report forms (CRFs).
• Ensure compliance with the study protocol, investigator brochure, and all applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA, GCP).
• Identify, document, and track site issues and deviations, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with investigators, site staff, and study sponsors.
• Train site personnel on study protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage investigational product accountability and drug return/destruction at sites.
• Prepare and present monitoring reports and other study-related documents.
• Participate in Investigator Meetings and provide site feedback to the clinical operations team.
• Contribute to the development and review of study protocols, informed consent forms, and other trial-related documents.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or related field. A Master's or advanced degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate, with a significant portion focused on oncology trials.
• In-depth knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in site monitoring, data review, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent understanding of the drug development process and clinical trial methodology.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple sites and priorities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and electronic data capture (EDC) systems.
• Ability to travel to trial sites as required (approximately 50-75%).
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and problem-solving approach.

This fully remote role allows for a significant degree of flexibility, supporting our operations in **Austin, Texas, US**.