Current Searches

PK/PD Professionals
Multiple Locations

Our search firm is engaged with several clients who are seeking Pharmacokinetic/Pharmacodynamic scientists. Our consulting firm works primarily on exclusive and retained basis and we have been contracted to search for appropriate talent in Clinical Pharmacology over the next several months. These organizations are in the process of growing and redefining their PK/PD organizations; hence the levels and opportunities vary depending on the individuals' years of experience. These clients are also open to pursuing fellows who have recently graduated or will be graduating this year and do not have industry experience.

As a guideline, below is a sample of key responsibilities at the Associate and/or Director level. To reiterate, the level of autonomy, size of the organization and leadership accountability will depend on the candidate. The titles of the positions range from Principal Scientist, Associate Director, Director to Vice President of global PKPD.

Associate Director/Director PK/PD
The Associate Director/Director of Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) will be the scientific leader and mentor for the PK/PD organization. Commensurate with their experience, the individual's team could consist of anywhere from one to twenty or more people. The Director will provide guidance and leadership for the overall preparation of project plans, study designs, clinical pharmacology protocols and for the creation and analysis of PK/PD study reports. It is the Director's responsibility to ensure that PK/PD studies are scientifically sound, medically appropriate and are conducted and monitored according to GCP/ICH guidelines. Studies will be conducted within, or for, a variety of sponsors including the world's major pharmaceutical, biotech, and generic companies. The range of studies will include Pre-clinical to Phase IV trials, bioequivalence/bioavailability studies, and population PK/PD studies. The ideal candidate will be a pharmacist with a post-graduate doctorate in pharmacokinetics/clinical pharmacology or in a closely related field. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in clinical pharmacology performing sophisticated PK/PD modeling, interpretation and analysis.

We have more detailed position descriptions for each level. We welcome your thoughts and questions. For more information please contact: Janet Shapiro at 215-321-9099 or via e-mail.