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Research Director Pharmacokinetics

Iqvia
IQVIA
5-7 years
Not Disclosed
10 July 8, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Research Director – Pharmacokinetics (Clinical Pharmacology)

Location: Bengaluru, India
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: On-site (Office-based; roles may be available in additional locations)


Job Summary:

IQVIA is hiring a Research Director – Pharmacokinetics to lead and deliver advanced pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) strategies for clinical pharmacology studies (Phase I–IV). This role includes modeling, analysis, regulatory consultation, and mentorship. If you are an experienced PK/PD scientist with deep expertise in population modeling and regulatory dossier development, this position offers a career-defining opportunity in a global drug development setting.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and lead PK/PD strategy for studies including dose tolerance, bioavailability, QTc, DDI, and special populations

  • Develop and review protocols, SAPs, tables/listings/figures, and clinical study reports

  • Prepare regulatory submissions including global dossiers and communicate with health authorities

  • Serve as clinical pharmacology consultant for internal teams and clients

  • Deliver PK/PD project milestones on time and ensure scientific quality

  • Participate in cross-functional teams with CRA, biostatistics, data management, and medical writing

  • Provide mentorship to junior scientists and support technical training

  • Contribute to proposals, budgeting, and strategic clinical pharmacology initiatives

  • Recommend and implement quality control measures and continuous improvement

  • Stay updated with PK/PD literature and technological advances


Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Ph.D., PharmD, or Master’s in Pharmacokinetics, Pharmaceutics, or related field

  • 5–7 years of experience in clinical pharmacology or equivalent

  • Expert in noncompartmental analysis and population PK modeling (e.g., NONMEM)

  • Proficient in WinNonlin, SigmaPlot, S-PLUS, and SAS programming basics

  • In-depth knowledge of ICH-GCP, drug development, and regulatory requirements

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and scientific writing skills

  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and leadership abilities

  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a global matrix environment


Perks & Benefits:

  • Work on global Phase I–IV clinical studies across multiple therapeutic areas

  • Lead PK/PD strategy and engage directly with regulatory authorities

  • Opportunity to mentor and develop junior scientific staff

  • Collaborative and innovation-driven work environment

  • Access to global clients, cutting-edge tools, and career growth opportunities


Company Description:

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research, real-world evidence, and healthcare analytics solutions. IQVIA helps pharmaceutical and biotech companies bring innovative treatments to patients faster by integrating scientific expertise with advanced technology and data.


Work Mode:

On-site – Bengaluru, India (Office-based with potential availability in other locations)


Call-to-Action:

If you’re a pharmacokinetics expert looking to lead impactful clinical pharmacology programs, apply now to join IQVIA as a Research Director – Pharmacokinetics and help shape the future of drug development.