Director - ADME Metabolism

Labcorp is seeking a Director – ADME Metabolism to join our team in Madison, WI!

Job Responsibilities:

The Director provides leadership to staff responsible for the scientific conduct of ADME and Metabolic Identification Metabolism projects.  They ensure that annual financial, quality, scientific, and client service targets are achieved. They carry a 50% workload as Study Director within the ADME Metabolism team.

• Ensures the scientific quality and expertise of the department. 

• Consults with clients on drug development needs and designs appropriate drug metabolism studies or programs. 

• Collaborate with sales and marketing activities to ensure financial and budget expectations are met. 

• Develops and executes a strategic plan which identifies the areas in which the department will concentrate its scientific efforts, capital, and staff to meet business growth objectives across global sites.  

• Tactically assigns resources (personnel, space, equipment), implements programs, and drives process improvement to assure financial and budget expectations are met across global sites. 

• Initiates, plans, and implements staff development programs.  Develop department capabilities and resources to meet both present and future needs. 

• Implements appropriate affirmative action, salary administration, and communication programs within the department.  

• Identifies opportunities for synergistic leverage across all chemistry service offerings. 

• Creates an employee empowered work environment that is stimulating and rewarding yet deals with deficient performance in a decisive fashion. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Master of Science degree in biochemistry, pharmacology, or toxicology, with 10 or more years of experience as a Scientist, Development Scientist, Chemist, Study Director, or Director in the pharmaceutical industry.

• 5 or more years of experience in ADME and Metabolic Identification studies

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biochemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, or related field, with 10 or more years of experience as a Scientist, Development Scientist, Chemist, Study Director, or Director in the pharmaceutical industry

• 8 or more years of experience in ADME and Metabolic Identification studies.

• 3 or more years of experience as a manager or director

• 3 or more years of experience as a Study Director

Additional Job Standards

• Basic understanding of pharmacokinetics, ADME concepts, and biotransformation pathways

• Proficient in pharmacokinetics and ADME principles of both small and large molecules

• Strong background in enzyme kinetics and enzyme-mediated chemical reactions

• Strong understanding of biotransformation and bioactivation mechanisms of drug metabolizing enzymes

• Basic understanding of mass spectrometry principles for structural elucidation of both small and large molecules

• Proficient with WinNonlin and Chemdraw

• Ability to effectively lead Scientists and Study Directors

• Ability to manage a team’s workflow and develop talent

• Ability to effectively perform presentations and lead meetings

• Ability to effectively manage time, planning and budgeting

Pay Range: $120k - $180k annually (USD)

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. The po