Vertex Pharmaceuticals
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Cambridge,
MA
The Associate Director’s responsibilities include assisting the planning and execution of the Clinical Development Plan for NCE(s) particularly as it applies to the discipline of Clinical Pharmacology. Can conduct, mentor and QC non-compartmental pharmacokinetic analyses. Duties may include setting or influencing the scientific directions for cross-functional team members and other members of the department. The Associate Director will optimize interdisciplinary understanding and synergy within the Group(s) and integrate activities with those of other Departments and Teams to help shape cohesive development plans. These duties may include leading teams and independently initiating and carrying out necessary tasks to accomplish Vertex goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Responsible for operational leadership within the clinical pharmacology department and within the company’s matrix for drug development
* Oversees and can conduct the analysis, design, and interpretation of clinical pharmacology and biopharmaceutic non-compartmental studies from phase 1-4 development
* Leads preparation of lucid scientific reports for all other branches and levels of the organization and its collaborators, presents expertly when called upon, and develops abilities of others in this role
* Helps define scientific direction and champions technological innovation in the teams and dept
* Provides strategic operational leadership to the development teams
* Effectively interacts with peers, subordinates and Senior Research & Development management to move projects forward
* Helps direct effective, timely and ethical publication and patenting activities for the group
* Oversees effective management of Group(s)’ CRO contracts and/or external communications from the Group(s)
* Communicates company objectives to teams and company resource availability in a timely fashion, and develops ability of others in this role
* Will supervise other Clinical Pharmacology staff, with all incumbent supervisory responsibilities
Minimum Requirements
* PharmD or Ph.D. and 5+ years of industry experience
* NCE drug development experience with at least 5 NCEs in the past
* Possesses good knowledge of drug Development Programs and a keen awareness of development issues
* Able to integrate the activities of distinct functional groups across multiple projects
* Can recognize and carry out productive new development initiatives/directions Is a mid-level experienced mentor who effectively infuses confidence and team commitment: can make clear written and oral presentations.
* Exhibits a record of excellent operational and ethical standards, and team-improvement
* Demonstrated ability to provide career development to staff
* Able to recognize and resolve important organizational problems and/or infusing innovation Has leadership abilities, can initiate and carry out tasks with little direct supervision
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is a global biotechnology company committed to the discovery and development of breakthrough small molecule drugs for serious diseases. The Company's strategy is to commercialize its products both independently and in collaboration with major pharmaceutical companies. Vertex's product pipeline is focused on viral diseases, cystic fibrosis, inflammation, autoimmune diseases, cancer, and pain. Vertex co-discovered the HIV protease inhibitor, Lexiva, with GlaxoSmithKline.
Cambridge, MA
Cambridge, Massachusetts
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