BridgeBio Pharma, Inc.

Senior Director, Clinical Pharmacology

BridgeBio Pharma, Inc.$265K — $289K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. or Pharm.D. in Clinical Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline.
  • 10+ years of experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
  • Expertise in population PK, PK/PD, mechanistic modeling, and quantitative data analysis.
  • Experience in pediatric drug development is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of global regulatory guidances and GLP/GxP regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement clinical pharmacology strategies across all stages of clinical development.
  • Manage the design and application of PK, exposure-response, PK/PD, and PBPK models.
  • Oversee modeling analyses to support dose selection for clinical trials in pediatric populations.
  • Author clinical pharmacology sections of regulatory documents and support global regulatory submissions.
  • Design clinical pharmacology studies and manage CROs/vendors during execution.
  • Conduct PK data analyses and provide oversight on study protocols and reports.
  • Present findings to internal and external stakeholders and contribute to scientific publications.

Benefits

  • Market-leading compensation and annual performance bonus.
  • 401(k) plan with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents.
  • Flexible,
  • take-what-you-need
  • paid time off and comprehensive paid parental leave.
  • Career development opportunities through continuous education and internal mobility programs.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do

Senior Director, Clinical Pharmacology, leading clinical pharmacology and pharmacometrics strategies on cross-functional teams. This role will have oversight over the design and application of population PK, exposure-response, PK/PD, and PBPK models at various stages of the clinical drug development programs for predominantly small molecules. This role will also have oversight over external bioanalytical CROs. The position will also support regulatory strategy by authoring key clinical pharmacology documents and contributing to interactions with global health authorities, while effectively communicating findings to internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement clinical pharmacology and pharmacometrics strategies across all stages of clinical development including pediatric development programs.

Manage the design, development, and application of NCA, population PK, exposure-response, PK/PD, and PBPK models to inform decision-making across programs.

Oversee modeling and simulation-based analyses to support dose selection and study design for clinical trials in pediatric populations, and support global regulatory submissions and labeling.

Author and contribute to clinical pharmacology sections of regulatory documents (e.g., IB, DSUR, briefing books, NDA/MAA submissions) and support interactions with global regulatory agencies.

Design clinical pharmacology studies and manage study execution and CROs/vendors. Conduct PK data analyses, provide study-level oversight, including authoring, review, and approval of protocols, analysis plans, and reports.

Present results to internal teams and external stakeholders, including contributions to scientific publications, abstracts, and conference presentations.

Where You'll Work

This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration 2-3x per week in our San Francisco Office.

Who You Are

Ph.D. or Pharm.D. in Clinical Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline, with 10+ years of relevant experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.

Demonstrated track record in population PK, PK/PD, mechanistic modeling (e.g., PBPK), and quantitative data analysis, with a proven ability to apply these approaches to inform clinical development and regulatory strategy; experience in pediatric drug development is preferred.

Strong understanding of global regulatory guidances related to clinical pharmacology, model-informed drug development, bioanalytical method validation, and GLP/GxP regulations.

Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex quantitative findings into clear, actionable insights.

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with experience presenting to internal teams and external stakeholders.

At BridgeBio, we strive to provide a market-competitive total rewards package, including base pay, an annual performance bonus, company equity, and generous health benefits. Below is the anticipated salary range for candidates for this role who will work in California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience within the industry, educational background, location of residence and performance during the interview process. BridgeBio is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions based in other states.

Salary

$265,000-$289,000 USD

As a global company, our comprehensive benefits may vary based on location. We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return.

For BridgeBio Full-Time U.S Based Roles:

Financial & Rewards
  • Market-leading compensation
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits (transit and parking)
  • Referral bonus for hired candidates
  • Subsidized lunch and parking on in-office days

Health & Well-Being
  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Fertility & family-forming benefits
  • Expanded mental health support (therapy and coaching resources)
  • Hybrid work model with flexibility
  • Flexible, "take-what-you-need" paid time off and company-paid holidays
  • Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave to care for yourself and your family

Skill Development & Career Paths:
  • People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility
  • We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, & BetterUp Coaching
  • We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities

About BridgeBio Pharma, Inc.

BridgeBio Pharma, Inc. is a biotechnology company that focuses on developing medicines for genetic diseases. The company's pipeline includes over 20 development programs, including treatments for diseases such as achondroplasia, adrenoleukodystrophy, and cystinosis. BridgeBio Pharma, Inc. also has a subsidiary, Eidos Therapeutics, which focuses on developing treatments for transthyretin amyloidosis. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.
Learn more about BridgeBio Pharma, Inc.
Size
576 employees
Market Cap
$1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$448.7 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$8.2 million
NASDAQ

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