Director of Clinical Pharmacology in Vaccines and Immune Therapies and Neuroscience

Director of Clinical Pharmacology in Vaccines and Immune Therapies and Neuroscience

Introduction to role:
Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of clinical pharmacology? We are seeking a Director of Clinical Pharmacology in Vaccines and Immune Therapies and Neuroscience to join our Biopharmaceuticals R&D team. This is an opportunity to work with curious minds in an inclusive culture, where every voice is heard and every idea valued. 

Accountabilities:
In this role, you will work closely with clinical pharmacometricians, physicians, and other scientists, applying your expertise and leadership skills to contribute to the strategy of the clinical program. You will influence key decisions in early and late phases of clinical development, ensuring expert data integration, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of clinical pharmacology results. You will also contribute to regulatory documents and interactions, present Clinical Pharmacology results within and outside of AstraZeneca, and publish in peer-reviewed journals.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• PhD degree in a relevant field for > 10 years, or MS. or PharmD degree in a relevant field for > 13 years
• Industry experience or equivalent in pharmacokinetics and clinical pharmacology aspects of drug development > 10 years
• Experience of writing and reviewing clinical trial protocols and reports and regulatory documents such as INDs, IBs, NDAs or BLAs
• Knowledge of pharmacokinetics, its clinical application and regulatory context
• Knowledge and experience in use of PK and PKPD modelling applied to life sciences
• Biological understanding of disease and drug action
• Desirable Skills/Experience:
• Translational science experience
• International scientific reputation gained from scientific publishing in the field of Clinical Pharmacology
  

At AstraZeneca, we follow the science to explore and innovate. We are working towards treating, preventing, modifying, and even curing some of the world's most complex diseases. We are committed to making a difference by fusing data and technology with the latest scientific innovations to achieve the next wave of breakthroughs. Our leaders inspire us to embrace varied opportunities, push boundaries, and make bold decisions. We are driven by our shared belief in the potential of science to redefine what's possible. 

Are you ready to be part of a team that makes a bigger impact on patients' lives? If your passion is science and you want to be part of a team that makes a bigger impact on patients' lives, then there's no better place to be. Apply today!

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.