Director, Pharmacometrics (MON-03302)

Amylin Pharmaceuticals, founded in 1987, is a growing biopharmaceutical company committed to improving lives through the discovery, development and commercialization of innovative medicines. Our Research and Development team has significant experience in metabolic diseases and is focused on investigating the biological actions and utilities of bioactive peptides and other compounds as potential drug candidates. Amylin has amassed significant research and clinical expertise in metabolic medicine, including the areas of diabetes and obesity, and we’re always looking for more talented and energetic professionals with not only the requisite knowledge & experience, but also the desire and passion to help us sustain our momentum and competitive edge.





Our rapid growth has created the following outstanding opportunity in San Diego, CA:

 

Director, Pharmacometrics

 (MON-03302)

 

The Clinical Pharmacology group at Amylin is seeking a Director of Pharmacometrics to develop and apply PK and PD modeling methods to improve understanding and development of current drugs and others in development. Initial projects will focus on diabetes and obesity, with particular emphasis on dose finding, dose tolerance, dose proportionality, bioavailability, drug-drug interactions, and special populations.

 

Responsibilities:Work closely and collaboratively with Scientists in other departments within Amylin.Identify appropriate internal resources.Establish and work within cross-functional teams. Work closely with and manage outside contractors.Participate in the preparation of regulatory documents and other professional reports.

 

Requirements:Pharm.D. or Ph.D. preferred, but appropriate experience is most important.5+ years experience designing and developing PK or PD models. A background in statistics and creative application of statistics to clinical studies is strongly desired. Experience preparing documents for filings is helpful. Ability to work both independently and within teams, as projects demand. Inclination for intellectual collaboration.Ability to seek out colleagues with complementary skills to establish mutually productive working relationships.Ability to write supporting code to test and implement models. Familiarity with standard PK/PD platforms such as WinNonlin® and NONMEM. Familiarity with regulatory guidelines.A thorough understanding of PK and PD modeling.

 By “Challenging Science,” Amylin challenges conventional thinking to create innovative approaches to the discovery, development and commercialization of novel therapies for metabolic diseases. Amylin’s approach and dedication are rooted in the belief that we will be “Changing Lives” for millions of people. At Amylin, you’ll have the chance to truly make a difference in people’s lives. We also recognize top talent when we see it, and we reward it, generously, through our competitive compensation & benefits program. Amylin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Visit the link below and apply online: http://careers.amylin.com/jobDetail.asp?id=12952&p=1


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