Pharmacokinetic Associate/Scientist

Alpine Immune Sciences (AIS) is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Pharmacokinetics associate/scientist. This individual will support the development of novel drug candidates by design, analysis, and interpretation of non-clinical and clinical pharmacokinetic (PK) and pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) studies. The successful candidate must have experience in the field of drug discovery or development or relevant area of expertise. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong organizational skills are essential. Flexibility and adaptability are also necessary.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, analyze and interpret non-clinical and clinical PKPD studies to better understand the drug candidates and predict PKPD in humans
• Interact with multidisciplinary teams (including bioanalytical sciences,  protein engineering, research, toxicology,  biomarker, and clinical) to meet project goals and timelines
• Assist outsourced PK/PD analyses and provide updates to the Clinical Pharmacology representative and project team
• Prepare PK, PK/PD, and/or modeling and simulation components of study protocols, documents and reports for internal governance committees and regulatory submissions

Qualifications and Requirements:

• B.S. or M.S. (at least 3-5 years experience) or Ph.D. (at least 0-2 years experience), in pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutical science, bioengineering, chemical engineering or related disciplines is required.
• Strong knowledge and experience in non-clinical and clinical PK and PK/PD of large molecule therapeutics are highly desired.
• Working knowledge of PK/PD software (e.g., WinNonlin, NONMEM, R, MATLAB etc) and proficiency in Microsoft Office software are required.
• Ability to analyze and critically assess PK/PD data is essential.
• The candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively in a team setting and excellent oral and written communication capabilities.

Alpine team members enjoy competitive salaries, equity participation (stock options) and an excellent benefits package including health and life insurance, a 401 (k), FSA and generous paid time off benefits.