Grp. Ldr./Sr. Grp. Ldr./Assoc. Director, Research Analytical Chemsitry & DMPK (Job code: AC07-373) - Cytokinetics, Inc.

Position Description

We are currently seeking a Group Leader / Sr. Group Leader / Associate Director to lead our Research Analytical Chemistry and DMPK Department including responsibilities for physical property assessment, separation sciences, ADME, research DMPK, and formulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, direct and manage Research Analytical Chemistry and DMPK Department including responsibilities for physical property assessment, separation sciences, ADME, research DMPK, and formulations.
• Design strategy and implement execution of this strategy across the department (project, people, space, equipment, systems and work processes) for the support for all Discovery projects.
• Provide “hand-on” leadership to the group in analytical method development, characterization and optimization of research compounds chemical, ADME and pharmaceutical properties from hit profiling through candidate selection.
• Provide expertise and guidance for experimental design.
• Provide assistance with in-depth quality review and interpretation of results.
• Recruit, train and develop all analytical, formulation, purification, DMPK/Bioanalytical scientists and associates.
• Contribute to setting direction for the project teams overall and with respect to specific disciplines in Analytical Chemistry.
• Interface effectively with other scientific disciplines especially pre-clinical and clinical development.
• Transfer methods and protocols to pre-clinical and clinical development and collaborate in refinement activities when required.
• Manage department budget, including laboratory supplies, external research grants, capital expenditures, contract research personnel and projects, and external project spending.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline with 7-10 years of drug development industry experience in Analytical Chemistry and DMPK.
• Demonstrated record of excellence, 2+ years in leadership and management of analytical, DMPK, and pharmaceutical chemists.
• Demonstrated record of driving drug discovery projects from hits to the selection of clinical candidates and the subsequent initiation of clinical trials.
• Expert knowledge and hands on experience with state of the art Analytical Chemistry, all DMPK concepts (i.e., preclinical pharmacokinetics, PK/PD relationships, metabolism, bioanalysis, and in vitro and in vivo techniques applying to these concepts), and pharmaceutical sciences.
• Experience in delivering effective analytical support to Discovery and Development Chemistry.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and lead scientists and associates.
• Demonstrated ability to manage external contractors to meet/exceed Company goals. Must have strong negotiating skills and business-oriented.
• Well organized and computer-literate.


Now is the perfect time for you to consider a move to Cytokinetics where you can put all of your skills to maximum use. You will enjoy a truly unique culture as well as a competitive benefits program.

Please visit our website at: www.cytokinetics.com
Cytokinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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