Director, Toxicology

About the role

The Director of Toxicology is the scientific leader for the site and serves as a mentor and manager for a group of Study Directors overseeing general toxicology and safety pharmacology studies. As a group manager, the Director will be responsible for reviewing protocols, SOPs, data, and reports, as well as distributing the workload appropriately within the team. The Director will represent Inotiv in meetings with clients as a subject matter expert to communicate capabilities and experience. The Director will work closely with the corporate Executive Director of Toxicology to ensure harmonization of deliverables to our clients across multiple sites and lead as an agent of change management when necessary.

Corporate Responsibilities

• Adherence to laboratory health and safety procedures
• Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Adherence to applicable company policies and guidelines
• Adherence to federal and/or local regulations as applicable
• Proficient in the duties of a Senior Study Director
• Supervises assigned Study Directors as follows:
• Assigns personnel to specific studies/projects
• Reviews weekly workload of assigned study directors
• Conducts protocol and report peer reviews
• Reviews study protocols
• Approves interpretation of study data and final reports prepared by other study directors
• Oversees and assists personnel in job performance
• Covers and assists personnel in job performance
• Covers and assists personnel in job performance
• Covers and assists personnel in job performance
• Coordinates training and professional development of assigned personnel
• Performs performance management of direct reports performance evaluations, training, hiring and dismissal decisions and time sheet approval

Additional Requirements

• Ability to accurately interpret and communicate scientific and organizational information with internal and external clients
• Ability to effectively interact with clients and regulatory personnel
• Ability to produce high quality data while working under the pressure of strict deadlines
• Weekend and holiday work as required
• Work requires entrance into the Vivarium areas
• Demonstrated immunological tolerance as necessary to be present in animal areas
• Work requires passing annual physical and the use of other PPE (personal protective equipment)

Education

• Minimum Requirements: Doctoral degree and D.A.B.T. certification required
• Five years’ experience in general toxicology, pharmacology and/or related field

Professional Responsibilities

• Attends continuing education courses, as appropriate
• Maintain an active involvement in professional toxicology organizations
• Be knowledgeable in regulatory requirements
• Other special projects and duties as assigned

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Extended computer and display screen equipment usage
• Ability to push, pull, lift pounds unassisted
• Stand / walk for extended period of time
• Ability to read and interpret materials, verbally communicate, and hear required

Pay

The anticipated base salary for this position could range from between $120,200 to $175,000 and will depend, in part, on the successful candidate’s qualifications for the role, including education and experience.

Benefits

• Health and dental coverage
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• 401K participation with company match

Equal Opportunity Employer

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.