Director, Toxicology

Inotiv; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 120,200 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Short- and long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Inotiv in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is seeking a Director of Toxicology to lead the site in overseeing toxicology and safety pharmacology studies. The Director will manage a team of Study Directors, review protocols and data, and represent the company in client meetings.

The successful candidate will hold a doctoral degree and D.A.B.T. certification, with at least five years of experience in general toxicology. Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, and 401(k) participation.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree and D.A.B.T. certification required.
• Five years' experience in general toxicology or related field.
• Experience managing a team is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of Study Directors overseeing toxicology studies.
• Review protocols, SOPs, data, and reports.
• Represent Inotiv in meetings with clients.

Skills

Ability to communicate scientific information

Team management

Basic computer applications

Oral and written communication

Education

Doctoral degree and D.A.B.T. certification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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 also 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
  • Coordinates training and professional development of assigned personnel
  • Performs performance management of direct reports, including performance evaluations, training, hiring and dismissal decisions, and time‑sheet approval
• Perform job functions in accordance with departmental and corporate mission
• May serve as a Study Director and/or in a technical capacity in area of expertise, i.e., General Toxicology
• Recognizes potential training needs in preparation for new business/techniques and coordinates with appropriate staff to assure training is implemented
• Reviews and develops new procedures, technologies, and SOPs as required
• Serves as a professional resource to other departments
• May prepare manuscripts and/or present at scientific meetings
• Serves as an expert resource to the business development staff during the preparation of proposals

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, demonstrating immunological tolerance as necessary to be present in animal areas
• Work requires passing an annual physical and the use of other PPE (personal protective equipment)

Professional Responsibilities

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

Minimum Requirements

Education

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

Experience

• Excellent skills in basic computer applications such as email, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience managing a team is preferred
• Previous publications preferred
• Able to work independently and participate in multiple pre‑clinical research studies concurrently

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Extended computer and display screen equipment usage
• Ability to push, pull, lift pounds unassisted
• Stand / walk for extended periods of time
• Fine manipulation including handling touch objects or tools and ability to handle controls to perform work
• Ability to read and interpret materials, verbally communicate, and hear required

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

Benefits include health and dental coverage, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid time off, 401(k) participation with company match, etc.

Inotiv is a proud equal opportunity employer and an E‑Verify 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. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.

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