Associate Scientific Director, Clinical Pharmacology

Boston, MA
Full-Time

Job Description

About This Role

As the Associate Scientific Director, ClinicalPharmacology you will serve as the clinicalpharmacologylead on program and study teams, providing strategic leadership in the development and execution of clinicalpharmacologyplans for drug candidates. You will integrate knowledge of clinical and quantitativepharmacologyto optimize and provide rationale for doses, dosage regimens, and study designs throughout the drug development lifecycle.

What You'll Do

  • Provide clinicalpharmacologyexpertise to program and study teams throughout a molecule's lifecycle (discovery through development)
  • Provide functional representation on development program and study teams
  • Develop & implement the clinicalpharmacologydevelopment plan, considering all aspects (strategic, scientific, translational, and clinical)
  • Define key milestones and decisions within the clinicalpharmacologydevelopment plan and identify risks and mitigation strategies
  • Lead execution of clinicalpharmacologystudies & analyses; interpret results and recommend action based on results
  • Serve as lead author and key contributor to clinicalpharmacologysections of clinical and regulatory documents
  • Seek input from and ensure alignment with cross-functional partners, consultants, experts, and vendors as needed
  • Work with program and/or study teams to achieve program goals and provide deliverables in approved timeframes
  • Maintain cutting edge knowledge of best regulatory practices, quantitative/clinicalpharmacologymethodology, and drug development precedent You are a scientifically driven clinical pharmacologist with deep expertise in PK/PD modeling, quantitative pharmacology, and translational science. You bring hands-on experience leading clinical pharmacology strategy across early and late-stage development, applying Model-Informed Drug Development (MIDD) principles to optimize dose selection, study design, and regulatory strategy. You thrive in cross-functional settings, bridging science and strategy to advance innovative therapies for patients.

Who you are:

You are a scientifically driven clinical pharmacologist with deep expertise in PK/PD modeling, quantitative pharmacology, and translational science. You bring hands-on experience leading clinical pharmacology strategy across early and late-stage development, applying Model-Informed Drug Development (MIDD) principles to optimize dose selection, study design, and regulatory strategy. You thrive in cross-functional settings, bridging science and strategy to advance innovative therapies for patients.

Qualifications

  • PhD or MD/PhD inPharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmaceutics or PharmD or other suitable related fields
  • 5+ years relevant industry experience (clinicalpharmacologyand/or clinical PK/PD)
  • Ability to analyze and interpret PK and PK/PD data utilizing sound scientific principles
  • Experience designing and implementing relevant elements of clinical studies and/or dedicated ClinicalPharmacologystudies
  • Ability to develop ClinicalPharmacologystrategy in the context of the broader development paradigm
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply appropriate regulatory and ICH guidelines with regard to the acquisition, analysis, and interpretation of clinicalpharmacologydata
  • Experience with use of PK/PD software packages such as Phoenix, R, SimCYP, NONMEM, Monolix, Adapt, MATLAB, SAS
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective interactions in various environments including, but not limited to, multidisciplinary teams, regulatory agencies, scientific symposia, and advisory boards

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Job Level: Management


Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is: $163,000.00-$225,000.00


Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees' and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
  • Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
  • Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
  • 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
  • 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
  • Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired.Read onto learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

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About This Role

As the Associate Scientific Director, ClinicalPharmacology you will serve as the clinicalpharmacologylead on program and study teams, providing strategic leadership in the development and execution of clinicalpharmacologyplans for drug candidates. You will integrate knowledge of clinical and quantitativepharmacologyto optimize and provide rationale for doses, dosage regimens, and study designs throughout the drug development lifecycle.

What You'll Do

  • Provide clinicalpharmacologyexpertise to program and study teams throughout a molecule's lifecycle (discovery through development)
  • Provide functional representation on development program and study teams
  • Develop & implement the clinicalpharmacologydevelopment plan, considering all aspects (strategic, scientific, translational, and clinical)
  • Define key milestones and decisions within the clinicalpharmacologydevelopment plan and identify risks and mitigation strategies
  • Lead execution of clinicalpharmacologystudies & analyses; interpret results and recommend action based on results
  • Serve as lead author and key contributor to clinicalpharmacologysections of clinical and regulatory documents
  • Seek input from and ensure alignment with cross-functional partners, consultants, experts, and vendors as needed
  • Work with program and/or study teams to achieve program goals and provide deliverables in approved timeframes
  • Maintain cutting edge knowledge of best regulatory practices, quantitative/clinicalpharmacologymethodology, and drug development precedent You are a scientifically driven clinical pharmacologist with deep expertise in PK/PD modeling, quantitative pharmacology, and translational science. You bring hands-on experience leading clinical pharmacology strategy across early and late-stage development, applying Model-Informed Drug Development (MIDD) principles to optimize dose selection, study design, and regulatory strategy. You thrive in cross-functional settings, bridging science and strategy to advance innovative therapies for patients.

Who you are:

You are a scientifically driven clinical pharmacologist with deep expertise in PK/PD modeling, quantitative pharmacology, and translational science. You bring hands-on experience leading clinical pharmacology strategy across early and late-stage development, applying Model-Informed Drug Development (MIDD) principles to optimize dose selection, study design, and regulatory strategy. You thrive in cross-functional settings, bridging science and strategy to advance innovative therapies for patients.

Qualifications

  • PhD or MD/PhD inPharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmaceutics or PharmD or other suitable related fields
  • 5+ years relevant industry experience (clinicalpharmacologyand/or clinical PK/PD)
  • Ability to analyze and interpret PK and PK/PD data utilizing sound scientific principles
  • Experience designing and implementing relevant elements of clinical studies and/or dedicated ClinicalPharmacologystudies
  • Ability to develop ClinicalPharmacologystrategy in the context of the broader development paradigm
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply appropriate regulatory and ICH guidelines with regard to the acquisition, analysis, and interpretation of clinicalpharmacologydata
  • Experience with use of PK/PD software packages such as Phoenix, R, SimCYP, NONMEM, Monolix, Adapt, MATLAB, SAS
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective interactions in various environments including, but not limited to, multidisciplinary teams, regulatory agencies, scientific symposia, and advisory boards

#LTD-1


Job Level: Management


Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is: $163,000.00-$225,000.00


Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees' and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
  • Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
  • Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
  • 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
  • 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
  • Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired.Read onto learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

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About Biogen

Biogen Inc. is an American multinational biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the discovery, development, and delivery of therapies for the treatment of neurological diseases to patients worldwide.

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