Laboratory Director

Catalyst Life Sciences; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in toxicology seeks an experienced Lab Director to manage operations in a high-complexity laboratory. The role demands expertise in in vitro testing, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in budget management and client relations. Join a dynamic team and drive scientific quality, client engagement, and financial performance.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in toxicology, with 7 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with tobacco or nicotine product testing.
• Deep understanding of in vitro toxicology methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily lab operations to ensure quality and compliance.
• Collaborate with clients on toxicology testing.
• Oversee financial performance including labor planning and resource optimization.

Skills

Leadership

Financial performance management

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science, business, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

We’re seeking an experienced and strategic Lab Director to lead operations for a high-complexity, high-volume toxicology laboratory focused on in vitro testing. This is a senior leadership role requiring a balance of scientific expertise, operational oversight, and commercial acumen in a multi-site environment. The ideal candidate will drive scientific quality, client engagement, financial performance, and team development with a strong general management mindset.

Day to day you will :

• Lead daily lab operations to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance with GLP and internal standards.
• Collaborate with key clients on study-based and consultative toxicology testing, maintaining strong, transparent relationships.
• Oversee financial performance of the site, including labor planning, vendor management, and resource optimization.
• Build and develop a high-performing team of 60–80 employees through coaching, training, and career pathing initiatives.

To be successful you should have :

• 10–15 years of experience in toxicology with at least 7 years in a leadership role managing complex lab teams.
• A bachelor’s degree in science, business, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience working with tobacco or nicotine product testing and a deep understanding of in vitro toxicology methods.
• Proven track record in budget management, customer engagement, and regulatory readiness, including GLP compliance.

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Laboratory Laboratory • Cambridge, Ontario, Canada