Associate Director, Clinical Pharmacology

Bristol Myers Squibb • Princeton, NJ

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Director, Clinical Pharmacology drives the implementation, planning, and execution of clinical pharmacology activities across assigned projects, operating with a high degree of independence while partnering collaboratively within the function. In this role, the Associate Director leads trial-level activities and supports the development of compounds across relevant therapeutic areas, applying strong Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) principles and model-based analyses to inform and advance drug development decisions. The Associate Director works cross-functionally to contribute to and help shape functional development strategies, while also serving as a mentor within the Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics organization to support the continued growth and development of the team.

Requirements

• MS, PhD or PharmD in relevant field
• 5+ years’ experience with demonstrated progression in Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics knowledge, including experience with general drug development process and small molecule and/or biologic drug property characterization
• In-depth knowledge of current practices and issues in Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics
• Strong written and oral communication skills necessary to report on and deliver scientific presentations
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic team-oriented environment
• Provide mentorship and guidance to staff and the CP&P function
• Supervise a colleague in CP&P, as needed
• Independently serve as the CP&P lead for one or more assets in the BMS drug development program

Nice To Haves

• Programming experience is highly desired (e.g., NONMEM, R, and WinNonlin. SAS, Splus, etc.)
• Quantitative data analysis, POP PK/PD, and data visualization skills are highly desired

Responsibilities

• Independently contribute to the development of compounds across various therapeutic areas with some supervision
• Provide input to Phase 2/3 clinical study design and registrational strategy design for the compound with supervision
• Accountable for Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics Plan
• Lead design of Clinical Pharmacology Studies and manages data analysis, interpretation, and reporting
• High proficiency in PK, PK/PD, and model informed drug development (MIDD) principles and analyses
• Collaborate on cross-functional drug development teams, regulatory submissions, and departmental initiatives; serves as Clinical Pharmacology subject matter expert
• Participate in interactions with health authorities; serves as Clinical Pharmacology subject matter expert
• Lead or participate in departmental initiatives; may be involved in external initiatives based on proficiency
• Provide expertise based on proficiency to Business Development teams

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
• Work-life benefits include: Paid Time Off US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
• Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
• Based on eligibility, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level