Associate Director, PK and Bioanalysis - San Diego, United States - Pharmaron

Description

Position:
Associate Director,
PKand Bioanalysis


Department:

PK

FLSA Status:
Exempt


Location:
San Diego, CA


Position Description:

The Associate Director,
PKand Bioanalysis at Pharmaron, will play a pivotal role in directing the scientific aspects and processes of in vivo pharmacokinetic studies, inclusive of bioanalysis and comprehensive reporting of noncompartmental
PKparameters.

This leadership position involves providing scientific direction to our technical staff, implementing efficient processes, expanding capabilities, and ensuring high-quality standards for study design and reporting.

Primary responsibilities:

Direct and oversee the science and processes involved in the execution of in vivo pharmacokinetic studies, including bioanalysis and comprehensive reporting of noncompartmental
PKparameters.

Provide scientific direction, oversight, and guidance to the technical staff, ensuring the highest standards of study design and execution.
Expand
PKand bioanalytical capabilities to enhance existing services and serve the evolving needs of the industry.

Act as the technical representative in supporting sales interactions with new and prospective clients, contributing to the growth of
PKand Bioanalysis studies.

Collaborate with Business Development and scientific leadership of DM
PKto identify, pursue, and close new opportunities.
Strengthen and expand
PKand bioanalytical capabilities to broaden our client base.
Ensure that departmental policies, practices, and procedures adhere to regulations governing the conduct of preclinical studies.
Establish policies and practices to guarantee compliance with all applicable regulations and corporate policies.
Contribute to the recruitment of research scientists and support staff, participating in the selection process.
Provide leadership in staff management, including recommending personnel actions, conducting performance reviews, and overseeing training and mentoring programs.
Develop and recommend departmental budgets, authorizing expenditures in accordance with approved budgets.
Monitor performance metrics and implement techniques to improve productivity, increase efficiencies, and maintain state-of-the-art practices.
Oversee the development and communication of departmental systems, SOPs, policies, and procedures.
Provide senior-level review of protocols, reports, and related documents, ensuring appropriate scientific content and interpretation.


Qualifications:
PhD in pharmacokinetics, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
Minimum of 3 years relevant laboratory experience in a contract research organization (CRO), biotechnology, or pharmaceutical environment.
3+ years of management experience, including staff management and development, and financial responsibility.
Expertise in Bioanalysis and in the design, conduct, and interpretation of in vivo
PKstudies is required.
Experience with noncompartmental analysis (Phoenix WinNonlin) is required.

Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic team environment are essential for success.

Benefits:

Pharmaron cares about our work community and offers a variety of benefits allowing employees the opportunity to customize a benefits package that meets their personal needs.

Company benefits include the following:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Plan with Employer Contribution
Health Reimbursement Account Funded by Employer
Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Life and AD&D Insurance 100% Employer Paid
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance for Employee, Spouse & Child(ren)
Short and Long Term Disability 100% Employer Paid
401k with Employer Match
Employee Assistance Program

About Pharmaron

Pharmaron is a premier R&D service provider for the life sciences industry.

Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities, and established a broad spectrum of research, development and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics and Cell & Gene Therapy products.

With over 19,000 employees, and operations in China, the U.S., and the U.K., Pharmaron has an excellent track record in the delivery of R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan and China.

Pharmaron is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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