Principal Investigator/Research Fellow/Director - DMPK

Company: Arcus Biosciences, Inc.
Location: Hayward
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

Principal Investigator/Research Fellow/Director - DMPK Arcus Biosciences is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK) Department. The successful applicant will be a key member of our multi-disciplinary project teams and will be responsible for leading effective DMPK support to the discovery and development of novel immunotherapy drug candidates. Title will be commensurate with experience. Core responsibilities:

• Develop DMPK strategy and drive its execution in support of Discovery and Clinical Development milestones
• Represent DMPK in Discovery and Development project teams
  • Identify and address critical ADME-centric issues
  • Provide guidance to Medicinal Chemistry on lead optimization
  • Collaborate with Biology and Translational Sciences to define PK/PD relationships
  • Select and characterize clinical development candidates with appropriate ADME properties
  • Oversee DMPK studies in support of clinical development
  • Author and review nonclinical PK sections and study reports for regulatory submissions
  • Manage and/or mentor scientists and research associates Qualifications:
    • Ph.D. degree in pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutical sciences, or related discipline with 6+ years of industrial experience
    • In-depth understanding of DMPK principles and demonstrated ability to integrate information, from both literature and internal research, for addressing ADME-related issues
    • Experience supporting the discovery and development of drug candidates as a DMPK representative gained in an appropriate industrial environment
    • Experience in the preparation of regulatory documents and familiarity with DMPK-related regulatory guidance
    • An established track record as a highly collaborative team player who works effectively on cross-functional project teams and builds strong relationships with key stakeholders
    • Strong work ethic and organizational skills
    • Experience managing and mentoring junior scientists and research associates Arcus Biosciences is an equal opportunity employer.

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