Toxicologist II

Inotiv•Gaithersburg, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

Requirements

M.S. or Ph.D. in toxicology or related field and at least 7- or 3-years’ experience, respectively.
Proficiency in basic computer applications such as email, MS Word and Excel.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Able to work independently.
Ability to multi-task and participate in multiple pre-clinical research studies concurrently.
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.
Demonstrated immunological tolerance as necessary to be present in animal areas.

Nice To Haves

D.A.B.T certification or certification preparation in progress preferred.
Additional experience may substitute for educational requirements.
Previous publications preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the Study Director for non-GLP and GLP studies and performs the following duties for assigned studies: Prepare study protocols/amendments and assure that protocols and changes are followed
Review and approve all study activities, including animal orders, formulation procedures, randomization, data collection and timeframes.
Observe animals throughout study cycle.
Review study data for scientific quality, animal welfare and protocol compliance.
Address unforeseen circumstances are noted and appropriate corrective actions are taken and documented.
Monitor study costs.
Respond to Quality Assurance audits.
Interpret study data and prepare final reports.
Regularly communicate with study Sponsors.
Host client visits.
Manages complex pre-clinical studies in accordance with established protocols, SOPs, GLPs, and other pertinent regulatory requirements.
Responsibility includes conducting multiple pre-clinical studies concurrently.
Reviews training of technical staff to ensure adequacy to perform study specific techniques.
Reviews and develops new procedures, technologies, and SOPs as required.
Serves as a professional resource to other departments.
Prepares manuscripts and/or presents at scientific meetings.
Other duties as assigned.
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
Attends continuing education courses, as appropriate.
Maintain an active involvement in professional organizations.
Be knowledgeable in regulatory requirements.