Job Description

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Job Function:

Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function:

Nonclinical Safety

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:

About Innovative Medicine

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We are searching for the best talent for a Principal Scientist, Toxicology in Spring House, PA.

Purpose: This Principal Scientist in Nonclinical Safety and Submissions, a department in the Preclinical Sciences and Translational Safety (PSTS) organization within Janssen Research & Development, supports nonclinical safety evaluation in late discovery and development for various therapeutic areas.

You will be responsible for:

• Subject matter expertise in safety pharmacology
• Design of in vivo general toxicology studies for biologics, small molecules, and other modalities.
• Integrated scientific data interpretation and critical report review for general toxicology and safety pharmacology studies.
• Oversee and monitor contracted in vivo toxicology and in vitro/in vivo safety pharmacology studies in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and animal welfare regulations, following company policies and standard operating procedures.
• Engagement in multi-disciplinary teams within PSTS and close collaboration with nonclinical project representatives to provide scientific and technical expertise on drug development programs.
• Participate in issue-resolution teams through active engagement in scientific discussions and the shaping of strategies designed to support and inform critical development decisions.
• Provide strong scientific input regarding potential mechanisms of toxicity in molecular pathways and propose appropriate follow-up. Maintain up-to-date knowledge regarding innovative approaches in toxicological research.
• Work independently, foster constructive cross-functional collaborations with both internal and external partners, and be able to prioritize workload in alignment with pipeline priorities.
• The candidate will contribute to the success and growth of PSTS through active participation in internal and external committees / working groups and will closely interact with scientists in other functional areas including pathology, bioanalysis, toxicokinetics, and development project leaders in the US, Belgium, and China.

Qualifications / Requirements:

Education:

• Minimum of Master’s Degree in biomedical sciences, toxicology, pharmacology, or similar education is required.

Experience/Skills:

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required.
• Experience as a Study Director or Study Monitor conducting/overseeing in vivo toxicology or safety pharmacology studies supporting projects in discovery through development is required
• Knowledge of major species typically evaluated as toxicology models is required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to negotiate and influence decision-making processes, think and manage issues to resolution, and contribute to study teams and scientific discussions are required with prior experience in scientific data evaluation, integrated safety assessment, and scientific writing
• Capable of making fast decisions when necessary, while maintaining positive and inclusive team relationships, is required
• Personal leadership skills, a pro-active and flexible attitude, sense of urgency and excellent collaboration skills are required
• Strong critical thinking skills and a strong scientific knowledge in toxicology, safety pharmacology, pathology, and drug metabolism/pharmacokinetics, and an ability to apply this knowledge to influence development programs are preferred

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. 

Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center ([email protected]) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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Job Tags

Permanent employment, Local area, Flexible hours,

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