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Sr. Principal Scientist, Clinical Pharmacology

Neurocrine Biosciences

Sr. Principal Scientist, Clinical Pharmacology

full-timePosted: Aug 31, 2026Updated: Sep 3, 2026US CA San Diego

Job Description

Who We Are:Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and YouTube. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)About the Role:Provides Clinical Pharmacology scientific support for one or more clinical development programs. Leads the planning, execution, interpretation, and communication of Clinical Pharmacology activities and contributes to dose selection and study design across a portfolio that includes diverse therapeutic modalities. Represents Clinical Pharmacology on cross-functional teams, coordinates with pharmacometrics partners as needed, and ensures high-quality Clinical Pharmacology deliverables and recommendations that enable development and regulatory decision-making._Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):Contributes to the development and execution of Clinical Pharmacology strategies for assigned programs or therapeutic areas, aligned with overall development plansLeads the planning, conduct, interpretation, and reporting of pharmacokinetic (PK), pharmacodynamic (PD), and exposure–response activities for clinical development compoundsServes as the Clinical Pharmacology representative on cross-functional program teams, providing scientific input to protocol design, dose selection, and study interpretation across development stagesOversees Clinical Pharmacology deliverables, including analysis plans, reports, and contributions to regulatory documents (e.g., INDs, CTAs, NDAs, briefing books, Investigator Brochures)Applies modeling and simulation approaches to inform study design, dose justification, and decision-making, with guidance from senior leadership as neededManages and oversees external vendors and CROs to ensure high-quality, timely Clinical Pharmacology analyses and deliverablesEnsures Clinical Pharmacology activities are conducted in compliance with applicable SOPs, regulatory guidance, and internal standardsCommunicates Clinical Pharmacology results and recommendations clearly to cross-functional teams and management, including preparation and delivery of scientific presentationsIdentifies and resolves complex scientific or operational issues within assigned scope, escalating broader strategic risks as appropriateMentors and provides scientific guidance to junior scientists and team members; may have direct supervisory responsibilityStays current with evolving regulatory expectations, scientific advancements, and industry best practices relevant to Clinical PharmacologyPerforms other duties as assignedRequirements:Bachelors degree AND 10+ years of relevant experience ORMasters degree AND 8+ years of relevant experience ORPhD and/or PharmD AND 5+ years of relevant experienceExtensive knowledge of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic data interpretation in the context of clinical developmentInnovator, drug hunter/developerExtensive knowledge of managing clinical Contract Research OrganizationsProven track record in preparation of INDs, CTAs, NDAs, and MAAsStrong knowledge of in silico modeling and simulation toolsDemonstrated knowledge of current regulatory guidanceAbility to develop scientific insights from highly complex data setsAbility to drive strategic direction into tactical plansStrong mentoring skills and leadership abilities may supervise lower levels and/or leads indirect teams#LI-DM1Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer. We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description._The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $173,600.00-$237,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Locations

  • US CA San Diego

Skills Required

  • pharmacokineticintermediate
  • managing clinical Contract Research Organizationsintermediate
  • in silico modelingintermediate
  • current regulatory guidanceintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree AND 10+ years of relevant experience OR (experience, 10 years)
  • Masters degree AND 8+ years of relevant experience OR (experience, 8 years)
  • PhD and/or PharmD AND 5+ years of relevant experience (experience, 5 years)
  • Extensive knowledge of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic data interpretation in the context of clinical development (experience)
  • Innovator, drug hunter/developer (experience)
  • Extensive knowledge of managing clinical Contract Research Organizations (experience)
  • Proven track record in preparation of INDs, CTAs, NDAs, and MAAs (experience)
  • Strong knowledge of in silico modeling and simulation tools (experience)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current regulatory guidance (experience)
  • Ability to develop scientific insights from highly complex data sets (experience)
  • Ability to drive strategic direction into tactical plans (experience)
  • Strong mentoring skills and leadership abilities may supervise lower levels and/or leads indirect teams (experience)
  • Bachelors degree AND 10+ years of relevant experience OR (experience, 10 years)
  • Masters degree AND 8+ years of relevant experience OR (experience, 8 years)
  • PhD and/or PharmD AND 5+ years of relevant experience (experience, 5 years)
  • Extensive knowledge of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic data interpretation in the context of clinical development (experience)
  • Innovator, drug hunter/developer (experience)
  • Extensive knowledge of managing clinical Contract Research Organizations (experience)
  • Proven track record in preparation of INDs, CTAs, NDAs, and MAAs (experience)
  • Strong knowledge of in silico modeling and simulation tools (experience)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current regulatory guidance (experience)
  • Ability to develop scientific insights from highly complex data sets (experience)
  • Ability to drive strategic direction into tactical plans (experience)
  • Strong mentoring skills and leadership abilities may supervise lower levels and/or leads indirect teams (experience)
  • We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description. (experience)

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