Position Summary
The Director, Clinical Pharmacology is responsible for leading the planning, implementation, and execution of clinical pharmacology strategies across one or more development programs, reporting to the Senior Director, Clinical Pharmacology & Pharmacometrics. This role drives trial- and program-level activities, applying pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) principles and model-informed approaches to support decision-making throughout drug development. The Director partners cross-functionally to shape and deliver integrated development strategies, contributes as a key member of Clinical Pharmacology leadership and program teams, and ensures the development and execution of robust Clinical Pharmacology & Pharmacometrics (CP&P) plans aligned with compound strategy. In addition, the role fosters a collaborative and supportive environment that promotes scientific excellence and continuous learning.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise and/or mentor other CP&P leads as appropriate
Independently contribute to compound development across various development phases
Represent Clinical Pharmacology at asset teams at governance based on proficiency
Provide input to Phase 2/3 clinical study design and registrational strategy
Accountable for Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics Plan
Lead design of Clinical Pharmacology studies and manages data analysis, interpretation, and reporting
High proficiency in PK, PK/PD, and model informed drug development (MIDD) principles and analyses
Collaborate on cross-functional drug development teams, regulatory submissions, and departmental initiatives; serves as Clinical Pharmacology subject matter expert
Participate in interactions with health authorities; serve as Clinical Pharmacology subject matter expert
Lead and participate in departmental initiatives and represent CP&P on cross-functional initiatives / workstreams / taskforces
Work with Business Development teams and provide critical expertise to assess external acquisitions
Qualifications & Experience:
MS, PhD or PharmD in relevant field or a PharmD with clinical pharmacology research fellowship
Approximately 7+ years’ experience with demonstrated progression in Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics, including expertise in the general drug development process and in small molecule and/or biologic drug property characterization
In-depth knowledge of current practices and issues in Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacometrics
Strong written and oral communication skills necessary to report on and deliver scientific presentations
Demonstrate the ability to work in a dynamic team-oriented environment
Manage and provide mentorship and guidance to staff and CP&P function
Independently serve as the CP&P lead for one or more assets in the BMS drug development program
Demonstrated stakeholder management with strong influence/leadership
Programming experience is highly desired (e.g., NONMEM, R, and WinNonlin. SAS, Splus, etc.)
Quantitative data analysis, POP PK/PD, and data visualization skills are highly desired
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Compensation Overview:
Cambridge Crossing: $226,130 - $274,021
Princeton - NJ - US: $201,910 - $244,666
The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit
Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:
Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
0Work-life benefits include:
Paid Time Off
US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.
*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.
On-site Protocol
BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.