Associate Director, Clinical Pharmacology
Company: Dyne Therapeutics
Location: Waltham
Posted on: January 7, 2026
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Job Description:
Company Overview: Dyne Therapeutics is focused on delivering
functional improvement for people living with genetically driven
neuromuscular diseases. We are developing therapeutics that target
muscle and the central nervous system (CNS) to address the root
cause of disease. The company is advancing clinical programs for
myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) and Duchenne muscular dystrophy
(DMD), and preclinical programs for facioscapulohumeral muscular
dystrophy (FSHD) and Pompe disease. At Dyne, we are on a mission to
deliver functional improvement for individuals, families and
communities. Learn more https://www.dyne-tx.com/ , and follow us on
X , LinkedIn and Facebook . Role Summary The Associate Director,
Clinical Pharmacology supports the strategic planning and execution
of clinical pharmacology and pharmacometrics activities to support
Dyne Therapeutics’ drug development programs across all stages.
This role is responsible for designing and implementing
pharmacology and PK/PD modeling & simulation strategies,
contributing to translational and early & late clinical
development, and collaborating cross-functionally with internal
teams and external partners. The ideal candidate brings deep
expertise in clinical pharmacology, hands-on experience with PK/PD
modeling (including population PK/PD, PBPK, and QSP), and the
ability to translate data into actionable insights for clinical
trial design and regulatory submissions. Primary Responsibilities
Develop and implement clinical pharmacology and quantitative
modeling strategies aligned with regulatory requirements and Dyne’s
R&D objectives Provide guidance to cross-functional teams
including Medical, Biometrics, Pharmacovigilance, Preclinical
Toxicology, ADME/DMPK, and Clinical Development Conduct hands-on
PK/PD modeling and data analyses to support progression from
preclinical through late-stage clinical development Manage external
consultants and vendors supporting clinical pharmacology
activities. Support the authoring of high-quality regulatory
documents, including INDs, IBs, briefing packages, study reports,
and BLAs Ensure timely and budget-conscious execution of clinical
pharmacology deliverables. Collaborate across departments to
support program advancement and corporate goals Education and
Experience Requirements PhD, PharmD, or equivalent in Pharmacology,
Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics,
or Computational Sciences. Minimum of 8 years of experience in
clinical pharmacology or biomarker-related functions within the
biopharmaceutical industry. Strong knowledge of PK/PD modeling and
simulation, regulatory guidance, and drug development
processes—particularly for oligonucleotides, biologics, and rare
diseases. Experience preparing regulatory documents including
pre-IND, IND, IB, CTA, and BLA submissions. Proficiency in modeling
tools such as R, Monolix (or equivalent), and data mining
platforms. Proven ability to develop innovative dosing strategies
for novel drug modalities. Excellent interpersonal and leadership
skills with experience influencing in a matrixed environment.
Strong communication skills with the ability to foster
collaboration and open dialogue across teams. Self-motivated and
adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a
fast-paced setting. LI-Onsite MA Pay Range $159,000 - $195,000 USD
The pay range reflects the base pay range Dyne reasonably expects
to pay for this role at the time of posting. Individual
compensation depends on factors such as education, experience,
job-related knowledge, and demonstrated skills. The statements
contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe
the principles functions for this job, the level of knowledge and
skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but
should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work
requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned,
including work in other functional areas to cover absences or
relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance
workload. Dyne Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer and
will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the
basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race,
religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification
protected by federal, state, or local law.
Keywords: Dyne Therapeutics, Waltham , Associate Director, Clinical Pharmacology, Healthcare , Waltham, Massachusetts