Director/Senior Director, Preclinical Pharmacology/Toxicology
$205,000–$220,000 year
On-siteSan Diego, California, United States
San Diego, California, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$205,000–$220,000 yearSenior LevelDoctorate Or Professional DegreeSmall
Full TimeSenior LevelDoctorate Or Professional DegreeSmall
Job Summary
Director or Senior Director, Preclinical Pharmacology/Toxicology role leading nonclinical pharmacology and toxicology strategies for obesity/metabolic disease programs. Core duties include designing GLP and non-GLP toxicology studies, serving as scientific lead for CRO interactions, integrating pharmacology, PK/TK, and biomarker data to support lead selection and development decisions, contributing to regulatory submissions (INDs, NDAs), collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior scientists while shaping strategic planning for next-generation metabolic therapies.
Required Qualifications
- PhD, DVM, PharmD, or equivalent in Pharmacology, Toxicology, Physiology, or related discipline
- 10+ years of experience in biotech/pharma
- Experience supporting IND-enabling programs
- Familiarity with ICH nonclinical guidelines and related regulatory guidance
- Understanding of peptide therapeutics and small-molecule drug development
- Experience with GLP-1/GIP/amylin or related metabolic pathways, combination therapies, and toxicology programs
- Experience managing external CRO networks and budgets
- Prior interactions with FDA and global regulatory agencies
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced biotech environments and mentor scientists
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