Senior Director, Clinical Pharmacology and Translational PK/PD
Vir Biotechnology is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on powering the immune system to transform lives by discovering and developing medicines for serious infectious diseases and cancer. Its clinical-stage portfolio includes programs for chronic hepatitis delta and multiple dual-masked T-cell engagers across validated targets in solid tumor indications. Vir Biotechnology also has a preclinical portfolio of programs across a range of infectious diseases and oncologic malignancies.We believe the success of our colleagues drives the success of our mission. We are committed to creating a company where everyone feels supported and encouraged to give their best.THE OPPORTUNITYVir Biotechnology is looking for an experienced Sr. Director of Clinical Pharmacology and Translational PK/PD to lead the technical and operational aspects of the department in support of programs across all stages of preclinical and clinical development. You will work across Vir Bio's portfolio of infectious disease and oncology programs, providing hands-on leadership while managing and developing a team. In this role, you will work collaboratively with internal and external cross-functional teams and consultants to support the successful and timely advancement of drug development programs. You will evaluate and apply best practices and innovative techniques to foster successful execution and outcomes of clinical studies. You will report to the VP of Translational Development.This role is located in our San Francisco headquarters with an expectation of at least 3 days per week in office.What You'll DoOversee clinical pharmacology and translational PK/PD operations and deliverables across all stages of development for both infectious disease and oncology programsRepresent clinical pharmacology and translational PK/PD as technical expert on cross-functional project teams and provide strategic input to program advancementDevelop fit-for-purpose clinical pharmacology strategies to enable development and regulatory decisions from pre-IND through market authorizationSelect and execute appropriate modeling and simulation approaches (PK/PD, PopPK, exposure-response) to inform dose selection, optimization, and justification for Phase 2 and pivotal trialsAuthor and provide technical input for regulatory documents and submissions (protocols, IBs, briefing packages, INDs, NDAs/BLAs) and responses to questionsWork collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including clinical research, clinical operations, biomarkers, bioanalytical, biometrics, CMC, research, and regulatory in support of program advancementEstablish and manage collaborations with external vendors and collaborating partnersGenerate and manage departmental budget(s) and optimize resource allocation across multiple programsManage and develop the Clinical Pharmacology and Translational PK/PD team, including hiring, mentoring, and building departmental capabilities to support organizational needsWho You Are And What You BringPhD, PharmD, or MD with relevant training in clinical pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutics, or related field with 13+ years industry experience in Clinical Pharmacology, DMPK and/or related fieldsMastery of nonclinical and clinical pharmacokinetic concepts and methodologies with deep understanding of multidisciplinary drug development requirementsExpertise in PK/PD, PopPK and exposure-response modeling with proficiency in R and extensive hands-on experience with Monolix or NONMEMExtensive experience leading translational and clinical pharmacology work from FIH dose selection through market authorizationStrong understanding of regulatory requirements and experience contributing to regulatory submissions and engagementsWorking knowledge of bioanalytical techniques in support of clinical development of small molecules and biologicsExperience with biologics, including monoclonal antibodies and bispecifics required; experience in oncology and/or infectious disease indications strongly preferredProficiency using standard PK analysis and graphing programs (Phoenix WNL, Graphpad, R, etc.)Proven ability to manage and develop teamsWho We Are And What We OfferThe expected salary range for this position is $235,500 to $329,500 per year. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.Vir Biotechnology's compensation and benefits are aligned with the current market and commensurate with the person’s experience and qualifications. All full-time employees receive a package that includes compensation, bonus and equity as well as many other Vir Biotechnology benefits and perks such as health and welfare benefit plans, non-accrual paid time off, company shut down for holidays, commuter benefits, 401K match and lunch each day in the office.Applicants must currently be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.All employment decisions at Vir Biotechnology are based on legitimate, non-discriminatory business requirements, job duties and individual qualifications. 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