Sr. Scientist- Toxicology

Apex Systems; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

ESPP

401K with company match

HSA

EAP

Discount program

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Senior Scientist in Toxicology to shape the preclinical safety strategy for oligonucleotide programs across all development stages, influencing discovery, development, and regulatory decisions with cross‑functional teams.

You will serve as Study Director for GLP and non‑GLP toxicology studies in rodent and non‑rodent species, manage CRO relationships, and author nonclinical sections of regulatory submissions.

Qualifications

• PhD in toxicology or related field with 3+ years of industry experience or BS/MS with 10+ years of experience.
• Experience with nonclinical development of antisense oligonucleotides or siRNA.
• Strong understanding of GLP requirements and global regulatory guidelines (ICH, FDA, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Serve as Study Director for non-GLP and GLP toxicology studies in rodent and non‑rodent species
• Manage CRO relationships, protocol development, and study execution
• Act as a subject matter expert on nonclinical safety topics
• Prepare and review safety pharmacology and toxicology reports
• Author nonclinical sections of regulatory submissions

Skills

Toxicology

GLP Compliance

CRO Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Communication

Education

PhD in Toxicology or related field

Job description

Senior Scientist, Toxicology - Cambridge, MA

Our Cambridge based biotech client is looking for a highly motivated Senior Scientist in Toxicology to help shape the preclinical safety strategy for oligonucleotide programs across all stages of development. This role provides the chance to influence discovery, development, and regulatory decision-making while working closely with cross‑functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Study Director for non-GLP and GLP toxicology studies in rodent and non‑rodent species
• Manage CRO relationships, protocol development, and study execution
• Act as a subject matter expert on nonclinical safety topics
• Prepare and review safety pharmacology and toxicology reports
• Author nonclinical sections of regulatory submissions

Qualifications

• PhD in toxicology, pharmacology, or related field with 3+ years of industry experience or BS/MS with 10+ years of experience; DABT preferred
• Experience with nonclinical development of antisense oligonucleotides or siRNA
• Strong understanding of GLP requirements and global regulatory guidelines (ICH, FDA, etc.)
• Proven experience managing CROs and leading GLP/non‑GLP studies
• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment

Stratacuity is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stratacuity will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview:

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on‑demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.