Quantitative Clinical Pharmacology PhD Fellow

About the role

Daiichi Sankyo’s PhD Fellowship Program offers early-career scientists a unique opportunity to launch their careers at the forefront of drug development and innovation focusing on advancing model informed drug development. The role will serve to establish PK/PD/efficacy/safety relationships in clinical settings to drive the development of potential drug candidates. This program is designed for recent PhD graduates and provides direct placement into a full-time role while offering structured development, mentorship, and visibility to leadership. This particular PhD Fellowship will be within the TA Oncology department with a core focus on Quantitative Clinical Pharmacology.

Daiichi Sankyo is united by a single purpose to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, the company is advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by a 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", Daiichi Sankyo is shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.

Program features

• Direct Role Placement: Begin in a high-impact, business-critical role matched to your expertise
• Structured Development: Participate in tailored learning, professional skills workshops, and technical training
• Executive Exposure: Gain access to senior leaders and mentors across the organization
• Peer Network: Join a cohort of PhD associates for shared learning and community
• Career Acceleration: Build a long-term path within Daiichi Sankyo through strategic guidance and performance development

Responsibilities

• Perform modeling and simulation in support of clinical development of clinical candidates including non-compartmental analysis, population PK analysis and exposure-response analyses
• Work closely with study and indication leads within QCP to develop skills to serve as PK scientist/study lead towards the end of the fellowship
• Develop Model-Based Drug Development Plans (MBDD) and Clinical Pharmacology plans for early development candidates and work closely with QCP WG leads and non-clinical teams (non-clinical PK, translational science and pharmacology) to identify FIH dosing and early development plans
• Collaborate with advanced pharmacometrics, QSP and bioanalytical teams to advance skills related to Clinical Pharmacology
• Present findings and learnings to QCP leadership and other functions and externally as well

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Clinical Pharmacology, Non-Clinical Pharmacokinetics or Pharmacometrics
• Experience in pharmacokinetic analysis including modeling and simulation and metabolism
• Proficiency in WinNonLin, NONMEM, R and other relevant software
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment

Travel

Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Pay

Salary range: USD$100,960.00 - USD$151,440.00