Associate Director/Director of Toxicology

Frontage Laboratories, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Employer Match with immediate vesting

Vision Insurance

Medical and Dental Insurance with multiple coverage options

FSA (Medical, Dependent Care, and Commuter)

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Generous Paid Holidays and PTO

Job summary

Frontage Laboratories, Inc. is seeking an Associate Director/Director of Toxicology in Chicago, IL. This full-time role focuses on leading Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology studies, managing scientific teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will have a PhD in Toxicology and 5–7 years of relevant experience. The company offers a salary range of $140,000 to $160,000 annually, along with robust benefits including 401k match, health insurance, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in a CRO or pharmaceutical/biotech setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in reproductive and developmental toxicology study design.
• Proven experience managing and leading scientific teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance with GLP and regulatory guidelines.
• Provide scientific direction for study design and protocol development.
• Interact with clients to support business development efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Study design

Client engagement

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Toxicology or related field

Job description

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Associate Director/Director of Toxicology

Full Time Chicago, IL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1840

Salary Range: $140,000.00 To $160,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Associate Director/Director of Toxicology. Location: Chicago, IL. Reports to: Vice President of Safety and Toxicology. Full-time.

Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an award winning, full-service, CRO/Contract Research Organization operating over 25 state-of-the-art laboratories across the US, Canada, Europe, and China. Our core competencies include drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics/ pharmacodynamics (PK/PD), safety and toxicology, bioanalytical services, chemistry and manufacturing controls for drug development, and core laboratory services for clinical trials.

Our Chicago, IL site provides services in general toxicology, developmental and reproductive toxicology (DART), juvenile and ocular toxicology in support of pharmaceutical and biotechnology products.

Position Summary

Frontage Laboratories is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director of Toxicology with specialized expertise in Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology. This leadership role will be responsible for overseeing study design, execution, and interpretation of nonclinical toxicology studies, while managing and mentoring a team of scientists. The ideal candidate will bring strong scientific expertise, regulatory knowledge, and proven leadership experience within a CRO environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee General Tox, Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology studies in compliance with GLP and regulatory guidelines
• Provide scientific direction for study design, protocol development, and data interpretation
• Serve as Study Director, as and when needed, or Senior Scientific Advisor on complex programs
• Manage, mentor, and grow a team of Study Directors and scientific staff
• Ensure high-quality deliverables, timelines, and client satisfaction
• Interact with clients to provide scientific guidance and support business development efforts
• Contribute to regulatory submissions and support audits/inspections (FDA, OECD, etc.)
• Stay current with evolving regulatory requirements and scientific advancements

Qualifications

• PhD in Toxicology or a related field
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in a reputable CRO or pharmaceutical/biotech setting
• Demonstrated expertise in reproductive and developmental toxicology study design and interpretationExperience serving as Study Director in GLP‑compliant studies
• Proven experience managing and leading scientific teams
• Strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines (FDA, ICH, OECD)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client‑facing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Board certification (e.g., DABT) is a plus
• Track record of successful client engagement and project delivery

Salary

$140-160k, based upon experience.

• 401k Employer Match with immediate vesting
• Vision Insurance
• Medical and Dental Insurance with multiple coverage options
• FSA (Medical, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Holidays and PTO

Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.