Vice President, Safety Pharmacology and Science

Role Overview

• The Vice President Safety Pharmacology & Science reports to the SVP Global Early Development Science and Business Development
• Responsible for the leadership, organization and management of the Safety Pharmacology groups in Huntingdon, UK, Harrogate, UK, Madison, WI and Shanghai, China
• Safety Pharmacology work performed by Safety Assessment at all other sites
• Leadership, organization and management of Immunology, Genetic Toxicology and In Vitro Technology
• Overall management and coordination in conjunction with local managers for efficient, high-quality service to both internal and external clients
• Recognized Safety Pharmacology expert participating in external Safety Pharmacology consortia and trade organizations such as co-authoring publications and collaborating with industry associations
• Works with Business Development to establish and maintain strong relationships with Safety Pharmacology and scientific experts.

Requirements

• PhD in Safety Pharmacology, Pharmacology or Toxicology
• 15 or more years’ experience as a leader in a pharmaceutical or CRO industry
• 5 or more years of experience in Immunology, Genetic Toxicology or In Vitro Technology (Preferred)
• MBA (Preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Safety Pharmacology, as evidenced by name recognition in the industry, presentations given, papers published, etc.
• Global experience
• Direct management of scientific staff
• Documented ability to work in a large scientific business with a highly matrixed organizational structure
• Familiarity with appropriate regulations in the industry
• Capable of effectively functioning and leading in a matrix environment
• Accomplishments that reflect teamwork, integrity and accountability.
• Ability to effectively work in a fast-paced environment and deliver quality results in a growing organization.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time domestically and internationally.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Relocation assistance available.