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Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Senior Program Officer, Pharmacometrics

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


Senior Program Officer, Pharmacometrics

The FoundationWe are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simple premise: people everywhere, regardless of identity or circumstances, should have the chance to live healthy, productive lives. We believe our employees should reflect the rich diversity of the global populations we aim to serve. We provide an exceptional benefits package to employees and their families which include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums, generous paid time off, paid family leave, foundation-paid retirement contribution, regional holidays, and opportunities to engage in several employee communities. As a workplace, we’re committed to creating an environment for you to thrive both personally and professionally.The TeamGlobal Health: The Gates Foundation Global Health division harnesses advances in science and technology to save lives in poor countries. We focus on the health problems that have a major impact in developing countries but get too little attention and funding. Where shown tools exist, we support sustainable ways to improve their delivery. Where they don’t, we invest in research and development of new interventions, such as vaccines, drugs, biologics, and diagnostics.Your RoleThe Gates Foundation seeks a Senior Program Officer (SPO) in Pharmacometrics to join the Quantitative Sciences (QuantSci) team within the Integrated Development (IDev) Group. You will lead global initiatives to develop and apply advanced pharmacometric methods—including AI-driven modeling and simulation—to optimize drug development for diverse populations, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). By advancing Model Informed Drug Development (MIDD), you will enhance drug efficacy, streamline clinical trials, and accelerate access to new therapies.What You’ll DoStrategic Leadership:

Define the strategic vision for pharmacometrics, aligning with global health objectives, and lead initiatives integrating pharmacometric approaches into MIDD programs for LMICs.Subject Matter Expert (SME) Management:

Foster and oversee a diverse network of SMEs, coordinating their contributions to Foundation-led projects and managing associated contracts.Grant Making and Management:

Oversee a portfolio of grants by identifying funding opportunities, crafting proposals, establishing success metrics, and ensuring initiatives deliver measurable and sustainable health improvements.Driver of Innovation:

Lead the adoption of emerging trends and technologies in pharmacometrics—including AI/ML applications.Partnership Building:

Forge and maintain robust relationships with global health partners, including international health agencies, non-profits, academic institutions, and private sector entities.Consultation and Support:

Provide critical consultation and thought partnership to Foundation partners and external collaborators to advance drug development initiatives.Communication and Advocacy:

Represent the Foundation at scientific and policy forums, advocating for the integration of pharmacometrics in global health strategies.Your ExperienceAdvanced degree (Master's, PhD, PharmD, MD) in pharmacometrics, pharmaceutical sciences, engineering, or a related field.Minimum of 10 years in the pharmaceutical industry or related field, focusing on the application of pharmacometrics and/or systems pharmacology to drug development.Technical MIDD and Quantitative Background:

Significant experience applying pharmacometric analyses to inform decision-making in drug development.Regulatory Expertise in Pharmacometrics:

Proven experience collaborating with regulatory bodies on pharmacometric analyses in submissions.Leadership Excellence:

Extensive leadership experience in quantitative analysis supporting medical product development.Communication and Advocacy:

Exceptional ability to convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.Other AttributesOpen-Source and AI Experience:

Experience contributing to open-source projects and familiarity with AI/ML technologies is highly desirable.*Must be able to legally work in the country where this position is located without visa sponsorship.The salary range for this role is $229,100 to $355,200 USD. Actual placement in the range will depend on a candidate’s job-related skills, experience, and expertise, as evaluated during the interview process.Hiring RequirementsAs part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check.Candidate AccommodationsIf you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request.Inclusion StatementWe are dedicated to the belief that all lives have equal value. We strive for a global and cultural workplace that supports ever greater diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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