Director - ADME Metabolism

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through unparalleled science, data, technology, and a global laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation, and address critical health challenges. This role offers the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact on people’s health worldwide.

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Ensure the scientific quality and expertise of the department.
• Consult with clients on drug development needs and design appropriate drug metabolism studies or programs.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to meet financial and budget expectations.
• Develop and execute a strategic plan to identify areas for scientific focus, capital, and staffing to meet business growth objectives across global sites.
• Tactically assign resources (personnel, space, equipment), implement programs, and drive process improvement to meet financial and budget goals.
• Initiate, plan, and implement staff development programs to meet present and future department needs.
• Implement affirmative action, salary administration, and communication programs within the department.
• Identify opportunities for synergistic leverage across all chemistry service offerings.
• Create an employee-empowered work environment that is stimulating and rewarding while addressing deficient performance decisively.

Requirements

• Master of Science degree in biochemistry, pharmacology, or toxicology, with 10+ years of experience as a Scientist, Development Scientist, Chemist, Study Director, or Director in the pharmaceutical industry.
• 5+ years of experience in ADME and Metabolic Identification studies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biochemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, or a related field, with 10+ years of experience as a Scientist, Development Scientist, Chemist, Study Director, or Director in the pharmaceutical industry.
• 8+ years of experience in ADME and Metabolic Identification studies.
• 3+ years of experience as a manager or director.
• 3+ years of experience as a Study Director.

Skills

• Basic understanding of pharmacokinetics, ADME concepts, and biotransformation pathways.
• Proficiency in pharmacokinetics and ADME principles for 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 small and large molecules.
• Proficiency 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 manage time, planning, and budgeting.

Pay

Pay range: $120,000 – $180,000 annually (USD). All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills, prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, internal equity, and market data. The position is also eligible for an annual bonus under the Labcorp Bonus Plan, payable based on corporate and/or business segment performance and individual performance modifiers.

Benefits

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life, short-term disability (STD), and long-term disability (LTD) insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Relocation assistance is available for this position.