Senior Director, Pharmacokinetics
Core
Senior scientific and operational leader for bioanalytical strategy, execution, and portfolio management across discovery programs for biologics, small molecules, and novel modalities.
Role type
Senior Director, Pharmacokinetics & Bioanalysis
Builds
High-quality data packages enabling molecular design, candidate selection, translational interpretation, and regulatory readiness
Domain
Pharmaceutical R&D, Drug Discovery, Bioanalysis, Pharmacokinetics (PK), Pharmacodynamics (PD)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Bioanalytical strategy, Assay development and validation, DMPK expertise, Portfolio management, Team leadership, Cross-functional program integration, Regulatory readiness, Operational excellence
Preferred skills
Automation and digital tools implementation, Translational PK/PD modeling, Complex modality expertise (conjugates, multispecific biologics), Scientific publications and external collaboration
Technologies
Bioanalytical data systems, Automation tools, Digital workflow platforms
Responsibilities
Lead bioanalytical strategy for discovery programs across multiple therapeutic areas; Optimize workflows and drive operational excellence through automation and process improvement; Manage and develop a team of bioanalytical leaders and scientists; Represent the organization in cross-functional discovery and development teams; Author and present scientific documents and regulatory sections for stakeholders; Foster partnerships with internal and external collaborators
Seniority
Senior Director, strategic leadership with hands-on scientific oversight