Pharmacokineticist & Biostatistician - Byblos
Dr. Moise Khayrallah Center for Pharmaceutical and Medical Research (PMRC) is currently looking for a Pharmacokineticist & Biostatistician reporting to the Clinical Pharmacology Manager. This is a central position that is based on the Byblos campus.Role Summary
The Pharmacokineticist & Biostatistician is mainly responsible for conducting pharmacokinetic analyses and interpreting bioequivalence study data to support accurate scientific evaluation and regulatory compliance. S/he contributes to the development of study protocols, prepares technical reports, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful planning, execution, and completion of bioequivalence studies in accordance with applicable standards and timelines.
In addition, s/he is mainly responsible for performing the necessary statistical analysis to determine study outcome.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs pharmacokinetic and statistical analyses of bioavailability/bioequivalence study data to assess and evaluate relevant study parameters
- Interprets bioequivalence study results, identifies and explains key findings, and prepares clear and accurate reports documenting the analyses and conclusions
- Participates in the development of bioequivalence study protocols by contributing to the definition of study objectives, methodology, sampling requirements, and data analysis approaches
- Prepares technical reports as needed
- Collaborates with other members of the study team to coordinate activities, address study-related issues, and ensure the accurate and timely completion of bioequivalence studies
- Performs statistical analyses to determine study outcomes, including evaluating key parameters, interpreting results, and confirming whether predefined bioequivalence criteria have been met
- Stays up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to the role
- Acts as backup support for office staff as needed
- Performs other duties pertinent to this job as assigned by the direct supervisor
Minimum Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Clinical Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related field
- Minimum 3 years of experience in clinical research requiring statistical analysis
- Experience performing non-compartmental PK and bioequivalence analysis using tools such as Phoenix WinNonlin® Software
- Experience in performing BE statistical analysis (ANOVA, 90% CI, sample-size calculation)
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint…)
- Experience writing code using R language
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a professional and empathetic attitude
- Detail oriented with a focus on operational efficiency
- Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Work Schedule
The standard work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday. Due to the nature of operations and ongoing studies, flexibility is required, including occasional work outside regular hours, on weekends, or on holidays, as necessary to support study activities and maintain business operations.
Interested candidates should email their CVs with a letter of interest outlining the applicant’s relevant experience to vacancy2@lau.edu.lb, specifying the job title in the subject line.
CVs should include the exact month and year while listing the candidate’s professional experience and educational background.
Closing date for accepting applications is Thursday, October 29, 2026.
No applications will be accepted after this date, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Candidates must have attained the age of majority and satisfy all legal requirements to lawfully reside and work in Lebanon, in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations of the Republic of Lebanon.
The Lebanese American University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.