Senior Research Scientist - Toxicology

• Leading the design, planning, and oversight of in vitro safety and/or in vivo toxicology studies, ensuring alignment with global regulatory guidelines and strategic company objectives
• Serving as a subject matter expert (SME) for Nonclinical Safety within cross-functional project teams, actively representing the function in internal and external stakeholder meetings
• Providing critical assessment of complex toxicology data, translating and communicating clear, actionable risk-benefit evaluations and strategic recommendations to project teams and executive leadership
• Maintaining comprehensive and meticulous recording of nonclinical safety study data as required by Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
• Authoring and critically reviewing the in vitro safety, toxicology, and safety pharmacology sections of Regulatory documentation (such as INDs, CTAs, IBs, and BLAs)
• Collaborating seamlessly with scientists across various matrixed teams at AbCellera to ensure high data quality and accelerate program advancement
• Contributing to the development of our toxicology programs and performing as a nonclinical safety/toxicology representative as needed
• Maintaining an active scan and synthesis of published toxicology literature and evolving regulatory guidance relevant to AbCellera’s product portfolio, translating insights into internal best practices

• PhD in Toxicology or a related field, and a minimum of 5-8 years of related industry experience supporting biologics development
• candidates with a MSc and 10+ years of relevant experience will also be considered
• extensive hands-on experience with in vitro and/or in vivo toxicology studies
• demonstrated proficiency with nonclinical safety assessment of large molecules/ biologics
• strong organizational, critical problem-solving, and analytical skills to assess complex datasets and propose strategic solutions
• excellent scientific writing, communication, and collaboration skills to effectively lead scientific discussions and influence decision-making
• DABT accreditation (highly desirable, but not required)

DABT accreditation

• Equity
• annual bonus dependent on team and company performance
• 6% (non-match) RRSP contribution
• CAD $1,500 annual Active Lifestyle Allowance
• annual vacation
• professional development opportunities
• comprehensive health benefits
• Scientific and technical mentorship
• strong sense of community and connections through work, clubs, and socials