Director, Clinical Pharmacology

Bristol Myers Squibb • Princeton, NJ

1d • $201,910 - $244,666 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Clinical Pharmacology is responsible for leading the planning, implementation, and execution of clinical pharmacology strategies across one or more development programs, reporting to the Senior Director, Clinical Pharmacology & Pharmacometrics. This role drives trial- and program-level activities, applying pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) principles and model-informed approaches to support decision-making throughout drug development. The Director partners cross-functionally to shape and deliver integrated development strategies, contributes as a key member of Clinical Pharmacology leadership and program teams, and ensures the development and execution of robust Clinical Pharmacology & Pharmacometrics (CP&P) plans aligned with compound strategy. In addition, the role fosters a collaborative and supportive environment that promotes scientific excellence and continuous learning.

Requirements

• MS, PhD or PharmD in relevant field or a PharmD with clinical pharmacology research fellowship
• Approximately 7+ years’ experience with demonstrated progression in Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics, including expertise in the general drug development process and in 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
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a dynamic team-oriented environment
• Manage and provide mentorship and guidance to staff and CP&P function
• Independently serve as the CP&P lead for one or more assets in the BMS drug development program
• Demonstrated stakeholder management with strong influence/leadership

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

• Supervise and/or mentor other CP&P leads as appropriate
• Independently contribute to compound development across various development phases
• Represent Clinical Pharmacology at asset teams at governance based on proficiency
• Provide input to Phase 2/3 clinical study design and registrational strategy
• Accountable for Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics Plan
• Lead design of Clinical Pharmacology studies and manages data analysis, interpretation, and reporting
• 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; serve as Clinical Pharmacology subject matter expert
• Lead and participate in departmental initiatives and represent CP&P on cross-functional initiatives / workstreams / taskforces
• Work with Business Development teams and provide critical expertise to assess external acquisitions

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: Director