Senior Director, Clinical Pharmacology

BioSpace; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 266,000 - 344,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Competitive health coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Beeline Medicines is seeking a Senior Director of Clinical Pharmacology to lead PK/PD strategy across programs, guide modeling and simulation, and inform dose selection for regulatory submissions. The role interfaces with cross‑functional teams and regulators, driving strategy and ensuring scientific rigor.

The position requires a PharmD or PhD in Clinical Pharmacology (or related), 10+ years in clinical pharmacology, and strong vendor management.

Qualifications

• Education required as listed (PharmD or PhD in Clinical Pharmacology or related field).
• 10+ years in clinical pharmacology with leadership of PK/PD strategy across development‑stage programs.
• 3+ years vendor management overseeing CROs/vendors.
• Experience in immunology/inflammation/immune‑mediated diseases preferred.
• Expertise in population PK/PD modeling and software (e.g., NONMEM, R).

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical pharmacology strategy for assigned programs and dose‑selection rationale.
• Direct population PK, exposure‑response, and modeling/simulation analyses.
• Author/review clinical pharmacology sections of INDs, NDAs/BLAs, and regulatory responses.
• Serve as clinical pharmacology lead on cross‑functional program teams.
• Represent pharmacology in meetings with regulators (FDA/EMA) and briefing documents.
• Provide pharmacology assessments for due diligence and licensing.
• Oversee CROs and modeling vendor relationships and deliverables.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

PK/PD strategy

Population PK

Modeling & simulation

Regulatory interactions

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Scientific writing

Education

PharmD or PhD in Clinical Pharmacology or related discipline

Tools

NONMEM

R

Job description

About Beeline Medicines

Beeline Medicines is a clinical‑stage biotechnology company focused on developing and delivering category-leading precision therapies to transform the lives of people living with autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. With a portfolio of potential best-in-class and first-in-disease therapeutic candidates that directly target key pathways governing dysregulated immunological and inflammatory responses, the Company is developing medicines that have the opportunity to provide durable, life-changing impact. Led by an established executive team and backed by world‑class life science investors, each day Beeline Medicines is determined to bring the scientific rigor and operational excellence to get to what matters for patients – realizing a world where people with immune‑mediated diseases can live life fully.

About Beeline Medicines

Beeline Medicines is a clinical‑stage biotechnology company focused on developing and delivering category‑leading precision therapies to transform the lives of people living with autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. With a portfolio of potential best‑in‑class and first‑in‑disease therapeutic candidates that directly target key pathways governing dysregulated immunological and inflammatory responses, the Company is developing medicines that have the opportunity to provide durable, life‑changing impact. Led by an established executive team and backed by world‑class life science investors, each day Beeline Medicines is determined to bring the scientific rigor and operational excellence to get to what matters for patients – realizing a world where people with immune‑mediated diseases can live life fully.

Job Summary

The Senior Director, Clinical Pharmacology provides clinical pharmacology leadership across development programs, directing PK/PD strategy, modeling and simulation, and dose‑selection activities to inform clinical trial design and regulatory submissions. Leads population PK, exposure‑response, and other quantitative modeling efforts performed internally or through modeling vendors and translates the resulting insights into dose‑selection rationale that shapes protocol design. Serves as the clinical pharmacology voice on cross‑functional program teams and represents the function directly with health authorities during meetings and submission reviews. This role requires both technical modeling expertise and the credibility to defend clinical pharmacology strategy in high‑stakes regulatory interactions.

Work Arrangement & Location

Hybrid -

This position follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring a minimum of two (2) days on‑site per week — currently designated as Tuesday and Wednesday. Additional on‑site days may be required based on business needs, team priorities, or leadership direction.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead clinical pharmacology strategy for assigned programs, including PK/PD study design and dose‑selection rationale.
• Direct population PK, exposure‑response, and modeling and simulation analyses performed internally or by vendors.
• Author and review clinical pharmacology sections of INDs, NDAs/BLAs, and health authority responses.
• Serve as clinical pharmacology lead on cross‑functional program teams, advising on drug‑drug interaction and special population studies.
• Represent clinical pharmacology in interactions with health authorities (e.g., FDA/CHMP meetings), including authorship of relevant sections of briefing documents.
• Provide clinical pharmacology assessments to due diligence and licensing evaluations, as applicable.
• Oversee clinical pharmacology CRO and modeling vendor relationships and deliverables.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Education: PharmD, PhD in Clinical Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacometrics, pharmaceutical sicences, or related discipline required.
• 10+ years of clinical pharmacology experience in pharma/biotech, including leadership of PK/PD strategy across development‑stage programs.
• 3+ years of vendor management oversight experience with ability to manage and hold CRO/modeling vendors accountable for deliverable quality.
• Experience in immunology, inflammation, autoimmune disease, immune‑mediated diseases, T‑cell biology, cell therapy, biologics, gene therapy, or other novel therapeutic modalities preferred
• Expertise in population PK/PD modeling, , and relevant software (e.g., NONMEM, R).
• Strong knowledge of ICH and FDA/EMA clinical pharmacology guidance.
• Understanding of drug‑drug interaction and special population study design.
• Proven ability to lead clinical pharmacology strategy discussions with senior internal and external stakeholders, including regulators.
• Excellent scientific writing and presentation skills for regulatory submissions and health authority interactions.
• Skilled at defending clinical pharmacology strategy directly with health authorities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage external CROs/vendors and coordinate study execution across multiple stakeholders
• Strong project/program management capability, including timeline planning, cross‑functional coordination, risk tracking, deliverable management, and issue escalation.
• Ability to communicate scientific and operational issues clearly to cross‑functional teams and senior stakeholders.

Salary Range

The expected salary range for this position varies by location and will be communicated based on the country or region in which the selected candidate is hired. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, location, and other job‑related factors permitted by applicable local law. A discretionary annual bonus and long‑term incentive award (e.g., equity) may be available based on individual and Company performance.

Salary Range

$266,000 - $344,000 USD

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package tailored to the country and region in which you are hired, in compliance with local laws and practices. Benefits may include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive health and wellness coverage (structure and premiums vary by country)
• Paid time off, public holidays, and additional leave entitlements in accordance with local requirements
• Flexible work arrangements / hybrid schedule

Benefits vary by location and are subject to eligibility requirements, local regulations, and plan terms. Specific benefit details applicable to your country or region will be provided during the offer process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Beeline Medicines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] to request an accommodation. We are committed to providing equal access to all candidates.