Associate Director, Clinical Pharmacology

Job description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. **Position Summary** 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. **Key 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 **Qualifications & Experience:** - 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 - 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 #LI-Hybrid We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. ******Compensation Overview:****** Princeton - NJ - US: $181,960 - $220,492 The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance. **Benefits:** Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability). U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year. Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays. Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day. U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at **How We Work** Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. 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