Job Summary:

The Director of Toxicological Research will lead and direct a wide range of toxicological research programs with emphasis on responses to environmental factors. The Director will also recruit talented scientists to participate in and to advance the program.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Defines and directs the long-range goals of the research program and operations.
• Provides strong leadership to the research staff.
• Promotes the mission of the research in the scientific community.
• Recruits talented researchers to join and enhance the program.
• Fosters an atmosphere that promotes creative productivity and scientific research.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• An extensive publication record of past research projects.
• Demonstrated excellent administrative and leadership abilities.

Education and Experience:

• M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree in an environmental health science discipline.
• Extensive experience with a variety of toxicological processes including genetics, immunology, neurobiology, and reproductive and developmental biology.
• Ten or more years of outstanding research performance.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.