Associate Director, Study Operations Manager - Nonclinical Toxicology

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 129,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan and pension

Vacation benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Well-being programs

Job summary

Ladders is seeking an Associate Director, Study Operations Manager - Nonclinical Toxicology to join a leading Pharmaceuticals & Biotech client. This remote role guides the operational execution of nonclinical toxicology studies across internal and external partners, coordinating study activities, deliverables, and ensuring scientific quality, timing, and compliance.

You will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including project representatives, scientific teams, and CROs, to enable

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in toxicology, pharmacology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong understanding of biological sciences and nonclinical research methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage multiple toxicology and safety pharmacology studies.
• Proficiency in scientific data analysis software and data management systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage data flow between contract research organizations and internal teams to ensure accuracy and alignment.
• Initiate draft statements of work with contract research organizations in collaboration with project representatives.
• Coordinate internal review of study protocols and reports with relevant teams.
• Oversee compound shipments with the CMC team.
• Monitor studies at contract research organizations to ensure scientific quality and regulatory compliance.
• Track study deliverables and provide updates to team members and management.
• Maintain an integrated calendar for efficient resource planning.

Skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis software

Data management systems

Education

BSc or MSc in toxicology, pharmacology, or related discipline

Tools

Scientific data analysis software

Data management systems

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Associate Director, Study Operations Manager - Nonclinical Toxicology to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space.

This role will guide the operational execution of nonclinical toxicology studies across internal and external partners in a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment. You will coordinate study activities, manage critical deliverables, and help ensure scientific quality, timing, and compliance across multiple programs. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders, including project representatives, scientific teams, and contract research organizations. Success in this role will support efficient study execution, clear communication, and strong planning across the organization.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $129,000 - $231,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Manage data flow between contract research organizations and internal teams to ensure accuracy and alignment
• Initiate draft statements of work with contract research organizations in collaboration with project representatives
• Coordinate internal review of study protocols and reports with relevant teams
• Oversee compound shipments with the CMC team
• Monitor studies at contract research organizations to ensure scientific quality and regulatory compliance
• Track study deliverables and provide updates to team members and management
• Maintain an integrated calendar for efficient resource planning

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in toxicology, pharmacology, or a related discipline
• Minimum 6 years of experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
• Strong understanding of biological sciences and nonclinical research methodologies
• Proven ability to manage multiple toxicology and safety pharmacology studies
• Proficiency in scientific data analysis software and data management systems
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Eligibility for company-sponsored 401(k) and pension
• Vacation benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Life insurance and death benefits
• Well-being benefits including employee assistance programs and fitness benefits

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification - your background could be exactly what this team needs.