Join the world-class team at MapLight

It’s an unprecedented time to be in neuroscience. Join us as we translate knowledge about brain circuitry into targeted treatments with the potential to improve the lives of those with difficult to treat brain disorders.

MapLight boasts competitive traditional benefits such as 401K matching, a flexible vacation policy, weekly lunches, and team building events ranging from sailing excursions to bowling nights. But what truly sets us apart is our culture.

At MapLight, you’ll be part of a cohesive and high-functioning team. Rigorous science, transparency, and integrity guide our decision making. MapLight employees are talented and driven but just as committed to inspiring, mentoring and supporting those around them. We each bring diverse backgrounds and skill sets but all share the ambitious vision to achieve transformative therapeutic breakthroughs. Come join our small but mighty team as we leave our mark on the world, and have fun in the process!

Open Positions

Manager, Clinical Supply Chain

We are searching for a highly motivated Manager Clinical Supply Chain. Reporting to the Associate Director, CMC, the desired candidate will be responsible for managing investigational drug supplies for global clinical trials. The candidate will be responsible for all aspects of clinical supply management including forecasting, labeling distribution, monitoring inventory and IRT vendor oversight. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small team and have a significant impact in addressing unmet patient needs by advancing MapLight’s novel pipeline.

Clinical Research Associate II / Sr. Clinical Research Associate

Reporting to the Lead Clinical Research Associate, the CRA II/Sr. CRA will perform quality and compliant Investigator site monitoring and relationship-driven Investigator site management in line with MapLight’s SOPs, our Mission, Vision, and Values, as well as industry quality and regulatory best practices (ICH GCP). The CRA will perform on-site monitoring and centralized monitoring to ensure subject safety, the highest data integrity, and contribute to proactive risk management and inspection readiness. 

Senior Director, Biostatistics

MapLight is looking for an experienced and resourceful Senior Director, Biostatistics. Reporting to the Vice President, Head of Biometrics, the Senior/Director, Biostatistics will be responsible for all statistical aspects of assigned clinical development programs supporting clinical trials. This is a strategic and hands-on role where you will work with internal and external cross-functional study teams, support interactions with Health Authorities, and manage CRO for statistical related deliverables.

Senior Director, Statistical Programming

MapLight is looking for an experienced and resourceful Senior Director, Statistical Programming. Reporting to the Head of Biometrics, the Senior Director will provide statistical and clinical data programming expertise and leadership for the function, and will be responsible for developing and maintaining programming infrastructure, processes, and standards; planning and managing programming resources to meet business needs across all clinical programs, and playing a key role in oversight of statistical vendors. The incumbent will also take on the role of Statistical Programming Lead for clinical programs

Sr. Manager/Associate Director, Project Management 

MapLight Therapeutics is looking for a Project Manager to help drive the development of our early-stage assets as we plan for NDA filings.  This position is a critical team member of the development team and will be required to work across functional departments of the project team to provide a cohesive development plan. This position reports to the Senior Director, Project Management.  

Senior Director, Corporate Communications

MapLight is seeking a talented and strategic Senior Director of Corporate Communications to lead our communications efforts.  Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer, this role will be pivotal in shaping and executing our corporate communication strategy.  The Senior Director will drive initiatives across all areas of internal and external communications, including managing press releases, social media, and overseeing web content to effectively communicate our company’s mission, milestones, and initiatives to various stakeholders.

Lead Clinical Research Associate​

Reporting to the Director, Monitoring Strategy and Execution, the Lead Clinical Research Associate will oversee an assigned MapLight study monitoring team to ensure monitoring quality and excellence in line with MapLight’s Mission, Vision, and Values. This role will maintain site management and monitoring responsibilities for assigned sites in addition to study team level work.

Accounting Manager

MapLight is looking for a skilled and resourceful Accounting Manager to join our fast-paced FP&A team.  Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the Accounting Manager’s primary responsibilities include ensuring an accurate and timely month-end close. This includes recording journal entries, reconciling accounts and preparing a monthly reporting package.

Senior Clinical Trial Associate

The Senior Clinical Trial Associate (Sr. CTA) is required to help support Clinical Operations and project teams. The position offers much responsibility and the opportunity to be involved in all phases of the clinical project. The position requires adaptability and the capacity to ‘own’ tasks, problem solve and to see activities through to their end. 

Other Positions

If you are interested in joining the MapLight team and don’t see a specific role identified here that fits your background, get in touch. We remain interested in elite talent and would like to hear from you. Please complete the General Interest Application below.