Translational Pharmacokinetics Lead & Lab Director

Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 100,400 - 172,625; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

A leading cancer research facility located in Maryland is seeking a Scientist-2 to direct the Pharmacokinetics & Biopharmaceutics Research Laboratory. The role focuses on developing R&D programs and bioanalytical methods to support drug discovery and clinical trials. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD and have experience in pharmacokinetics, with proven collaborative skills and strong project management capabilities. The position offers competitive compensation as part of the organization's commitment to public health research.

Qualifications

• PhD, clinical doctorate (MD, PharmD, DVM), or equivalent in Clinical Pharmacology, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical/Biological Engineering, or related biomedical or medical science.
• Minimum of 2 years (preferably 5 years) of related experience.
• Productive postdoctoral experience or clinical fellowship using pharmacokinetics in drug development.
• Track record of professional achievements consistent with an Assistant Professor level or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an applied R&D program in pharmacokinetics and biopharmaceutics.
• Direct the selection, development, and validation of bioanalytical methods.
• Inform clinical and preclinical teams about optimal dosage regimens.
• Contribute to selecting the optimal combination of dose-exposure-route-formulation.
• Manage productivity, performance, and priorities of the laboratory’s applied R&D program.

Skills

Collaborative research

Project budgeting

Written communication

Pharmacokinetics

Analytical Chemistry

Education

PhD or equivalent in a relevant field

Tools

PK/PD software

Job description

A leading cancer research facility located in Maryland is seeking a Scientist-2 to direct the Pharmacokinetics & Biopharmaceutics Research Laboratory. The role focuses on developing R&D programs and bioanalytical methods to support drug discovery and clinical trials. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD and have experience in pharmacokinetics, with proven collaborative skills and strong project management capabilities. The position offers competitive compensation as part of the organization's commitment to public health research.