Global Toxicology & Nonclinical Safety Leader

Bausch + Lomb; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 225,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Bausch + Lomb seeks a Senior Director of Pharma Toxicology to lead nonclinical safety across its pharmaceutical, OTC, and consumer portfolios. You will set the global nonclinical safety strategy, build and mentor a high-performing team, and engage with FDA and health authorities to guide regulatory milestones.

You will collaborate with R&D, Regulatory, Clinical, and Quality to ensure safety programs enable development timelines while protecting patients and the business.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Toxicology or related discipline.
• 15+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience in nonclinical safety/toxicology.
• Proven people leadership experience and ability to build or scale teams.
• Demonstrated track record of setting nonclinical strategy for multiple programs from discovery through registration.
• Direct interaction with FDA and/or other global health authorities.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the global nonclinical safety and toxicology strategy for pharmaceuticals, OTC products, and consumer goods.
• Represent the company in meetings with the FDA and other global health authorities and lead nonclinical strategy for regulatory milestones.
• Lead nonclinical due diligence for in-licensing, acquisitions, and partnerships; advise on nonclinical risks.
• Oversee design, execution, interpretation, and communication of nonclinical safety programs for development and regulatory submissions.
• Provide final scientific review of nonclinical sections of regulatory submissions and reports; ensure rigor and consistency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to align nonclinical plans with program goals; manage global sites.

Skills

People leadership

Regulatory knowledge

FDA interaction

Budget management

Vendor management

Ophthalmology familiarity

Education

Ph.D. in Toxicology

DABT certification

Job description

Bausch + Lomb seeks a Senior Director of Pharma Toxicology to lead nonclinical safety across its pharmaceutical, OTC, and consumer portfolios. You will set the global nonclinical safety strategy, build and mentor a high-performing team, and engage with FDA and health authorities to guide regulatory milestones.

You will collaborate with R&D, Regulatory, Clinical, and Quality to ensure safety programs enable development timelines while protecting patients and the business.