Title:  Toxicologist with Managerial Responsibilities

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Toxicologist with Managerial Responsibilities                          

Position Purpose:

In this role you will be responsible for JTI's toxicology by leading the expertise, strategic direction and direct support of toxicology assessments and preparation of ingredient toxicity information for global regulators. You will provide scientific and strategic input in the form of position statements and/or guidance to JTI's product stewardship testing programs. You will also be responsible for driving agile working and capitalizing on the commonality of conventional product and reduced risk product regulations and materials to ensure flexible resource allocation in conjunction with prioritization and development of a diverse talent pool. This role reports to the Material Assessment Principal Director and is accountable for leading, developing, coaching a broad team of subordinates. 

What will you do-responsibilities:           

• Ensure the team provides toxicological opinions and risk assessments of ingredients/materials used in the manufacture of JTI tobacco products or third parties considering consumer use and with regards to chemical regulations.  Also ensuring that JTI risk assessment procedures are in line with current practices accepted by the scientific community at large, especially considering consumer product practices and tobacco industry standards
• Provide strategic scientific support to Reduced Risk Product and Conventional Product pillars within the Scientific and Regulatory Affairs (SRA) department in case of specific outside challenges concerning JTI
• Support the design, management, and interpretation of JTI toxicological studies, including liaising with contract research organizations
• Closely monitor competitor activities and support the development of company positions
• Represent JTI at external meetings with the tobacco/reduced risk products industry and external scientific meetings/organizations (e.g., TMA, CORESTA, scientific conferences)
• Capitalize on relationship networks (external and internal) and motivate and guide the professional development of subordinates under your supervision for respective projects                                                                                                                                                                                        

Who are we looking for – requirements:

• Master’s or PhD degree in Toxicology, or other appropriate life science
• A minimum of three years human health risk assessment experience. ERT (European Register Toxicologist) or DABT (Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology) certification is a plus
• Business focused toxicologist with experience working in complex regulatory environments
• Strong previous experience in managing team of subordinates including guiding, motivating, and supporting team members to achieve their goals collaboratively and effectively, while fostering a positive and productive work environment
• Proven knowledge of the manufacturing processes of reduced risk and conventional products, toxicological risk assessment procedures, toxicological test strategies and statistical analysis
• Experience with predictive QSAR models for physical/chemical properties and human health toxicological endpoints, such as EPI Suite or the OECD QSAR Toolbox is desirable
• Knowledge or experience with emerging toxicological and risk assessment technologies such as high throughput in vitro testing, systems and computational toxicology, exposure modeling, alternative exposure systems such as air-liquid interface, etc. is a plus
• Excellent communications skills, written and verbal. Ability to understand and explain complex scientific and regulatory matters to non-scientists is important
• High level of English proficiency a must. Other languages are an additional benefit
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP environments                                                                                                                                           

Recruitment process:

Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply.

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with TA > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with special needs. If you require any accommodations, please let the Talent Advisor know during the selection process.