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Director, Pharmacology

Flagship Pioneering, Inc.
Location
Somerville, MA USA
Posted
25 days ago
Department
Preclinical Development & Translational Research
Salary
$180,000 - $248,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • PhD in biology, pharmacology, or a related scientific discipline
  • 10-15+ years of relevant experience in biotech or pharmaceutical drug discovery and development
  • Strong foundation in preclinical pharmacology
  • Experience translating biology into in vivo efficacy and PK/PD insight
  • Ability to connect in vitro findings to in vivo outcomes
  • Experience managing and interpreting outsourced pharmacology studies through CROs
Nice to have
  • Experience in hematology, particularly in combination with oncology
  • Experience supporting inflammation or immunology programs
  • Strong publication record in relevant fields
  • Experience working in smaller, cross-functional biotech environments
  • Demonstrated ability to grow into broader translational leadership
What the job really is

The Director of Pharmacology at Cellarity will lead preclinical pharmacology strategy across multiple discovery programs, focusing on translating in vitro biology into in vivo outcomes. This role involves driving pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics interpretation, managing external CRO relationships, and integrating data across various scientific disciplines to guide drug candidate advancement. The position requires close collaboration with internal teams and external partners to shape translational strategies and contribute to the broader preclinical pipeline.

Benefits
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Annual incentive program
  • Retirement benefits
  • Broad range of other benefits
Things to weigh
  • Salary range provided is broad and may vary based on qualifications
  • Role involves significant collaboration with external CROs, which may impact control over study outcomes
  • Fast-paced environment may not suit everyone
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