Senior Director, Toxicology
About The Position
Formation Bio is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Director of Toxicology to join our Development team. In this role, you will lead our toxicology efforts, supporting late-stage drug development and contributing to business development activities. You will be instrumental in advancing our mission to bring new treatments to patients faster and more efficiently through our innovative, tech-enabled drug development platform. The role reports to the VP of Translational Medicine and you will be a key member of the Formation Bio Development team.
Requirements
- PhD in Toxicology or a related field with at least 10 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry
- Proven track record in leading toxicology efforts in late-stage drug development
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for toxicology studies in support of clinical development
- Experience in due diligence activities for in-licensing opportunities
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
- Innovative mindset and enthusiasm for leveraging technology in drug development
Responsibilities
- Build and lead the toxicology team in supporting all phases of out drug development programs across multiple therapeutic areas
- Design and oversee the execution of toxicology studies to support clinical development and regulatory submissions
- Contribute toxicology expertise to due diligence efforts for potential in-licensing opportunities
- Collaborate closely with Clinical Development, Pharmacology, and Clinical Pharmacology teams to ensure integrated development strategies
- Provide scientific leadership in interactions with regulatory agencies and external partners
- Develop and implement innovative approaches to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of toxicology studies
- Manage resources, timelines, and budget for toxicology activities
- Mentor and develop the toxicology team, fostering a culture of scientific excellence and innovation
- Represent Formation Bio's toxicology capabilities at scientific conferences and partner meetings
- Contribute to the preparation of regulatory documents, including INDs, NDAs, and briefing documents
Benefits
- equity
- comprehensive benefits
- generous perks
- hybrid flexibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
