Nonclinical Toxicology Study Monitor — Hybrid Oversight

Vertex Pharmaceuticals; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Nonclinical Toxicology Study Monitoring Scientist to oversee outsourced nonclinical safety studies across small and large molecule programs, including cell and gene therapies. You will partner with project toxicologists and CROs to ensure scientific rigor, GLP compliance, and timely study execution in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

The role emphasizes study monitoring, data integrity, issue resolution, and cross-functional communication to support

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with relevant nonclinical safety experience.
• Hands-on GLP study monitoring and CRO oversight.
• Experience with small and large molecule modalities preferred.
• Willingness to travel 30–50% for on-site monitoring and vendor interactions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and operationalize nonclinical safety study monitoring plans.
• Coordinate with CROs and internal toxicologists for timely study execution.
• Prepare study monitoring reports, visit summaries, and stakeholder communications.
• Support QA and regulatory submissions input where applicable.

Education

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in life sciences

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in life sciences

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Nonclinical Toxicology Study Monitoring Scientist to oversee outsourced nonclinical safety studies across small and large molecule programs, including cell and gene therapies. You will partner with project toxicologists and CROs to ensure scientific rigor, GLP compliance, and timely study execution in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

The role emphasizes study monitoring, data integrity, issue resolution, and cross-functional communication to support