Therapeutic Area Head, PK Sciences – Immunology

Define and implement integrated platform and program strategies from discovery through registration. Support data-driven decision-making and differentiated development strategies for the immunology portfolio. Oversee pharmacokinetic, clinical pharmacology, bioanalytical and quantitative pharmacology contributions to regulatory submissions and supporting documentation. Support health authority interactions by ensuring high-quality scientific input into development and regulatory strategies. Drive cross-functional collaboration across discovery, development, regulatory, and other key partner functions to ensure rigorous and efficient program execution. Build, lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing scientific team, including oversight of PKS Immunology scientists. Serve as a scientific thought leader internally and externally through collaborations, publications, presentations, and participation in relevant scientific forums. Promote operational excellence through disciplined execution, continuous improvement, and effective use of resources. Leverage digital tools, AI, and automation, where appropriate, to enhance insight generation, efficiency, and decision-making.

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary scientific leader to join us as TA Head, PK Sciences (PKS) Immunology. In this highly visible role, you will lead a cross-functional scientific organization spanning pharmacokinetics, clinical pharmacology, bioanalysis, and quantitative pharmacology across discovery, early development, and late-stage development. You will play a critical role in advancing the immunology portfolio, shaping integrated development strategies and enabling high-quality portfolio decisions. As TA Head, PKS Immunology, you will provide strategic and scientific leadership across a portfolio of diverse modalities with a broad translational sciences remit. You will also lead and develop scientists and serve as an important internal and external representative of the organization.

• PhD or PharmD in pharmacokinetics, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline

• Significant biopharmaceutical industry experience, typically 12 or more years, spanning preclinical and clinical drug research and development, including senior leadership responsibility

• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including hiring, mentoring, coaching, and developing scientific talent

• Strong understanding of global regulatory requirements and experience contributing to submissions such as INDs, IMPDs, NDAs, and BLAs

• Proven ability to work effectively in a matrixed, cross-functional environment and influence across teams and organizational levels

• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of scientific rigor and sound judgment