Senior Toxicologist

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi‑national corporation, a small start‑up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

We are currently seeking a Chemist IV, Toxicologist
. This position is located in West Jefferson, OH
.

Battelle’s Life Science Research Center offers a staff of highly trained scientist and technicians, and state‑of‑the‑art facilities to support our clients’ toxicology, and inhalation research programs. Our multidisciplinary integrated approach to providing critical solutions for our pharmaceuticals, biotech, agrichemical, industrial, and government clients increases the speed of the development while maintaining quality and compliance.

The Chemist IV, Toxicologist functions as a study director within the organization and has oversight of the scientific elements of projects to ensure successful implementation and/or study completion of toxicology studies. This position analyzes and reports results for publication and/or to sponsor, provides scientific instruction to other members of the project team, and collaborates with other senior members of the staff on projects/research.

This position may also be responsible for the supervision, oversight, scheduling, training, and mentoring of individuals within Battelle’s Life Science Research Center. Individuals filling this position must be and remain knowledgeable of emerging trends and may contribute to and influence best practices within the discipline.

This position is responsible for the organization, management, and business performance of non‑clinical toxicology studies.

• You will serve as Study Director on toxicology, biodistribution, pharmacokinetic, efficacy, and related studies for commercial and government sponsors.
• Interface directly with client's scientific staff as appropriate.
• Review toxicology data and authors toxicology study reports, or portions thereof, as appropriate.
• You will partner with Business Development, Project Management, and Proposals to ensure successful client engagement, proposal development, study execution, and deliverables upon study completion.
• Participates in proposal generation and performs scientific/technical review of proposals.
• Reviews and approves Provantis study setups. Follow FDA GLP and other appropriate regulatory requirements.

• PhD degree in life sciences discipline with 2+ years prior experience; or Master’s degree with 5+ years prior experience or Bachelor's degree with 8+ years prior experience.
• Knowledge and ability to use the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of the particular field of specialization. Experience with small molecules.
• Expertise in design, execution, interpretation of toxicology studies. Including chemical toxicology design with animal models.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills including correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance, U.S. citizenship required.
• Additionally, will require ability to obtain and maintain the following: DOJ Security Risk Assessment approval, CDC Approval to work with BSAT material, Chemical Personal Reliability Program (NACLC required) and Biological Suitability Assessment Program. Ability to work in biosafety level 2 (BSL2) (biocontainment). Requires participation in random drug screening.

• Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology certified OR DABT eligible - if not already certified, candidate will be required to become board certified within five years of hire date.
• Demonstrated competency in regulated environment including prior experience working in a GLP or similarly regulated environment.

We care about your well‑being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

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