Clinical Pharmacologist

Role Description

Are you ready to influence clinical pharmacology strategy from early to late-stage development? Do you thrive on leading complex PK modelling and regulatory interactions at a global level? Would you like to work in a multidisciplinary, global team shaping future therapies for patients?

Your Role

We seek a highly experienced Clinical Pharmacologist to lead strategy and execution across development projects within LEO Pharma. You will function as the Clinical Pharmacology Lead, driving PK/PD modelling, designing first-in-human studies, mentoring colleagues, and influencing asset strategy globally. This is a front-office role, where you will be steering project decisions, and ensuring regulatory excellence. A remote work arrangement is possible for the right candidate.

Your Tasks

• Lead and design clinical pharmacology strategies and studies, including First-in-Human trials.
• Drive state-of-the-art PK/PD modelling across multiple projects.
• Represent the department in global program teams and authority interactions.
• Role model project leadership.
• Collaborate across disciplines on early-stage and late-stage projects, and support business development on due diligence.

Your Qualifications

• Extensive experience in preclinical and clinical drug development.
• Proven leadership experience in global project teams.
• Expertise in designing and executing clinical pharmacology studies.
• PhD-level knowledge with extensive PK modelling experience.
• Experience with both small molecules and biologics; topical drug development experience is a plus.
• 10 years+ experience working within clinical pharmacology

About the Department

Translational Sciences at LEO Pharma bridges discovery and patient impact, guiding decisions from early research to commercialization. Our international, multidisciplinary team integrates expertise in bioanalysis, clinical pharmacology, toxicology, PK/PD modelling, biomarkers, and bioinformatics. Working in a dynamic matrix structure, we ensure robust scientific data, regulatory compliance, and impactful insights. As part of our expanding Search & Development model, you will be at the forefront of science, strategy, and patient care - collaborating globally to deliver innovations faster and more effectively.

Contact and Application

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