Senior Research Scientist - Toxicology

Job Summary

Responsible for overseeing study conduct of preclinical efficacy and/or toxicology studies assigned by TFM within safety assessment. Responsible for protocols/study plans, coordinates with technical teams to allow appropriate execution of the study, including establishing study schedules, ensuring adequate SOPs are available and adhered to, oversees adequate data recording and reporting, and ensures regulatory requirements/expectations are met for the assigned study(ies). Overall interpretation of preclinical toxicity studies, evaluation and preparation of reports from the data collected during these studies, communication with sponsor representatives, initiating contact with potential clients will be required, Familiarity with study costs and impact of changes will be required. May be involved with development of new technologies/procedures. Is an established key scientist in at least one area of expertise, with experience in different areas/disciplines. Responsibilities extended to include departmental, procedural or management of internal project(s) involvement and contributing to company growth (scientific and capabilities).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: •    Functions as an independent Study Director in accordance with the applicable Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) . •    May function as Principal Investigator(PI)/Individual Scientist (IS). •    Understands the study process from proposal to report. •    Oversees and coordinates study conduct (protocol development through reporting). •    Thoroughly understands local and international regulations and their application to client’s products. •    Functions independently as contact for the planning and execution of sponsor interaction related to assigned studies and effectively manages complex assignments. •    Recognized internally as a subject matter expert. •    Effectively communicates with internal and external clients in a manner that generates confidence and builds trust. •    Actively engages internal/external customers and demonstrates understanding of customers' needs, requirements, and expectations. •    Has the ability to consult with the client on a program and averts problems and practical limitations in advance. •    Has gained experience in more than one area/discipline. •    Thoroughly understands QA/QC/IACUC process

•  Proactively provides developmental support, coaching, and/or assistance to other team members. •    May review reports of peers. •    Understands Charles River capabilities and identifies opportunities for cross selling; assumes a significant role in cross-selling to clients, acting as part of a team that involves other disciplines. •    Recognizes gaps and opportunities for improvements by keeping current with “State of the Art” techniques/procedures and assist in effectively transferring this information to and/or provides training to build intellectual capital within the corporation. •    Has direct impact on profitable revenue generation. •    May participate in the proposal management and bid development process. •    Collaborates on strategies and tactics for obtaining new business. •    Seeks ways to improve the delivery of products and services. •    Presents collaborative or independent research internally or externally; may publish data and/or scientific methodology in scientific publications. May participate in co-travel with commercial operations. •    Involved in various departmental/divisional projects and/or committees.

Job Qualifications

The pay range for this position is between $125,000.00 and $135,000.00 annually. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

QUALIFICATIONS: •    Education: Bachelor’s (BSc), Master’s (MA/MSc) required. Doctorate (PhD), PharmD, DVM, or MD degree or equivalent in Toxicology, Pharmacology, or a related discipline strongly preferred •    Experience: Minimum 8 to 10 years related industry experience required. Contract Research organization experience strongly preferred. •    Certification/Licensure: DABT preferredPHYSICAL DEMANDS: •    Regularly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. •    Must occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. •    Regularly provides information to and receives information from/through various technologies, media, sources and contacts. Must be able to accurately exchange accurate information in these situations.

•    The employee must frequently operate a passenger vehicle •    The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: •    General office working conditions. •    The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. •    While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to animal-related allergens. •    Laboratory and vivarium environment, as required.

COMMENTS: •    This position may require domestic and international travels.