Senior Clinical Pharmacologist (Sr. Scientist)

Melinta Therapeutics LLCParsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Clinical Pharmacologist (Sr. Scientist) to support clinical pharmacology activities with a focus on hands-on technical execution. This is a non-strategic, execution-focused role, ideal for an early-career scientist eager to apply their training in a real-world drug development setting. The successful candidate will work closely with internal leads to deliver PK analyses, data interpretation, and study support, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners, including pharmacometrics and CRO groups. You will contribute to the design and interpretation of clinical pharmacology studies, develop a strong understanding of how PK parameters are generated and applied, and help ensure work aligns with regulatory expectations (FDA, EMA, ICH). This position is best suited for someone with a strong foundation in pharmacokinetics and clinical pharmacology who enjoys hands-on analytical work, cross-functional collaboration, and working with external experts.

Requirements

  • 1–2 years of relevant industry experience (postdoctoral experience may be considered)
  • Experience performing and interpreting noncompartmental pharmacokinetic (NCA) analyses
  • Experience authoring PK study reports
  • Experience developing, evaluating, and interpreting population pharmacokinetic (PopPK)models, with an understanding of FDAPopPKguidance and regulatory standards
  • Experience supporting clinical study execution
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (Clinical Ops, Regulatory, CMC) and/or external partners/CROs
  • PhD or PharmD with focus in Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related field
  • Strong foundation in clinical pharmacology principles, PK, and study design

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in antibiotic development
  • Proficiency in data analysis and population PK modeling using tools such as R, NONMEM,WinNonlin,orrelated platforms

Responsibilities

  • Perform, review, and interpret pharmacokinetic (PK) analyses, including non‑compartmental and model‑informed approaches
  • Support the design, execution, and analysis of clinical pharmacology studies in humans
  • Contribute to the development, refinement of study protocols,with emphasis on PK-related sections
  • Prepare and review clinical pharmacology content for key clinical and regulatory documents, including clinical study reports, regulatory submission modules, and briefing materials (e.g., FDA briefing books)
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to address PK‑related questions and support timely delivery of clinical pharmacology outputs
  • Interface with external CROs and pharmacometrics partners, managing contracts, reviewing outputs and ensuring quality of deliverables
  • Interpret clinical pharmacology data to inform program‑level and dose‑selection decisions
  • Apply relevant regulatory guidance to ensure analyses and reporting are compliant, consistent, and scientifically rigorous

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

Number of Employees

11-50 employees

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