Director, Clinical Pharmacology

Mirum Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Mirum Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Director of Clinical Pharmacology in Foster City, CA to lead clinical pharmacology strategy for rare disease assets. You will guide study design, PK/PD assessments, data interpretation, and regulatory submissions while coordinating CROs and cross-functional teams.

The role requires a strong track record in clinical pharmacology with 12–15+ years of experience (PhD/PharmD preferred) and the ability to manage multiple studies and regulatory interactions

Qualifications

• Proficiency in design, execution, and interpretation of clinical pharmacology studies (PK/PD).
• Experience supporting regulatory filings (IND, NDA, MAA).
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical pharmacology strategy and execution across studies.
• Oversee CRO collaborations and ensure timely deliverables.
• Author clinical pharmacology sections of regulatory documents.
• Represent pharmacology on multidisciplinary development teams.
• Support due diligence for partnerships and in-licensing.

Skills

Clinical pharmacology

PK/PD studies

Regulatory filings (IND/NDAs)

GCP knowledge

Leadership/team collaboration

Study design & data interpretation

Education

BS in Biological Sciences

PhD/PharmD (advanced degree)

Job description

Mirum Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the treatment of rare diseases. We are passionate about advancing scientific discoveries to become important medicines for rare disease patients. We are collaborative, creative, and experienced professionals and we’re looking to augment our team with other individuals who embody our values: care, be real, get it done, and have fun, seriously.

Position Summary

The Director of Clinical Pharmacology will be responsible for all aspects of clinical pharmacology in the development and approval of Mirum rare disease assets. As a key member of the small Development Sciences group, the individual will represent these multiple functions on multidisciplinary drug development teams to define the strategy and oversee the execution of required studies/analyses through CROs to achieve team goals.

Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Serves as the clinical pharmacology lead on project and study teams, providing subject matter expertise on clinical development programs
• Leads the design and is responsible for the execution of the clinical pharmacology strategy (from study design, planning, and oversight to data analysis, interpretation, and reporting) in support of key decisions/milestones (e.g., dose selection)
• Manages collaborations with CROs and consultants, providing technical oversight as needed and ensuring timely and quality deliverables to fulfill project goals
• Leads the authoring of clinical pharmacology sections of regulatory documents (clinical study protocol, CSR, Investigator’s Brochure, IND, NDA, MAA, briefing materials, response to queries)
• Plays a key role in due diligence efforts for potential drug in-licensing or partner opportunities, including review of existing data and development of clinical pharmacology strategy

Qualifications

• Prior experience with assets in liver, neurology, or rare disease indications is a plus
• Experience with various therapeutic modalities (small molecule, antibody, ADC)

Education/Experience

• BS in Biological Sciences with 12-15+ years or an advanced degree (PhD, PharmD) with 10+ years of experience in clinical pharmacology

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in the design, execution, and interpretation of clinical pharmacology studies, including PK and PD assessments
• Thorough understanding of clinical pharmacology requirements, including regulatory guidance, to support drug development
• Proven track record of success as both an individual contributor and a collaborative team member
• Experience authoring and supporting regulatory filings (IND, NDA, MAA)
• Experience coordinating studies through CROs
• Solid knowledge of GCP compliance in supporting clinical studies
• Proficient in regulatory interactions both written and verbal
• Knowledge of PopPK, PBPK, exposure-response, or PK/PD modeling
• Solid project management skills: ability to create and manage project plans, budgets, and schedules
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate to people at all levels of the organization
• Recognized for being self-directed, well-organized, flexible, and detail-oriented; able to complete multiple activities while maintaining quality

The salary range for this position is $230,000 to $250,000USD. Compensation will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to; skill set, years of experience, and the employee’s geographic location. Please note that the required compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits unless otherwise provided.

Mirum Pharmaceuticals is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, age, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability, veteran’s status or any other classification protected by applicable State/Federal/Local laws.

Mirum Pharmaceuticals provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures.