Toxicology Consultant (entry-level)
SciLucent, Inc., a partially employee-owned (ESOP) Northern Virginia-based scientific consulting firm is dedicated to providing innovative solutions in all aspects of drug development. We are committed to helping our clients navigate the complexities of the pharmaceutical industry to achieve their goals. Our scientific consulting team is expanding, and we are seeking an enthusiastic, adaptable, self-motivated individual with excellent oral and written English communication skills to join our team. This role will focus on providing support for our nonclinical safety and development functional area. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the pharmaceutical industry and a desire to learn and grow within the field.
Responsibilities of the position include:
- Perform data and editorial quality review of scientific documents including nonclinical reports and regulatory submissions for accuracy and completeness
- Acquire and apply knowledge of regulatory submission types and associated requirements
- Assist in the tracking and maintenance of nonclinical files and databases
- Provide support staff toxicologists and project teams
- Assist with requests for quotation for nonclinical programs
- Author nonclinical documents including nonclinical sections of regulatory submissions.
- Provide support for internal nonclinical operations, as needed
- Coordinate submissions of regulatory documents
- Prepare submission-ready PDFs, generate published outputs, and perform quality control review of submissions
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project milestones and company standards are met
The ideal candidate will have the following:
- Bachelor’s degree, in relevant scientific discipline (e.g., toxicology, pharmacology, biology, etc.) or equivalent relevant scientific/regulatory/quality experience, is required. Master’s in Toxicology is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and ability to acquire knowledge of job specific software.
- Ability to balance multiple tasks and timelines.
- Ability to work independently and within a team setting and to interact effectively with different functional areas.
- Excellent communication skills (oral, written, and interpersonal) and the ability to identify and recommend solutions to problems.
- Possess an inherent curiosity and internal drive to provide excellent service to clients.
- Prior experience at an in vivo laboratory or nonclinical contract research organization (CRO) preferred but not required.
- Interest in nonclinical safety and development desired.
While we have a Herndon office, most employees work remotely from their home office located in the United States. Our most valuable resource is our people. We hire intelligent, creative, passionate professionals with a strong desire to learn. At our core – collaboration, camaraderie, growth, and collective hard work without egos. Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and celebrates our colleagues! We offer a congenial, supportive, and flexible work environment, the opportunity to work with knowledgeable consultants, and the ability to develop a tremendous amount of knowledge and expertise across many stages and areas of healthcare product development. Additionally, we offer the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, FSAs, HSA, EAP, Life insurance, disability insurance, 401K with company contribution, ESOP, Holidays, and PTO. The annual base salary for this position ranges from $50,000 – $80,000 depending on qualifications and experience. Any offered salary is based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data/ranges, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees, and certifications.
Please send a resume and cover letter to career@scilucent.com. Applications without cover letters will not be reviewed.
SciLucent is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their efforts in applying for our open position; while all applicants will be considered, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.