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SciLucent, Inc., a Northern Virginia-based scientific consulting firm providing technical, regulatory, and product development services to developers, manufacturers, and marketers of pharmaceuticals and medical devices, seeks a scientific professional with experience in nonclinical study conduct and nonclinical drug development to join our team of experienced professional toxicology consultants.  We are looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable, self-motivated individual with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities of the position include:

• Manage or assist in managing all aspects of outsourced nonclinical studies including study design, competitive bidding, pre-study activities, study monitoring, data and report review.
• Provide technical and scientific nonclinical study advice for a wide range of study designs, route of administration, and species commonly used in drug development.
• Provide regulatory toxicology support to clients.
• Perform data and editorial quality review of scientific/regulatory documents.
• Author and or assist in the authoring of core scientific/regulatory documents.
• Interact with clients and vendors.
• Provide scientific and innovative advice to internal and external parties.
• Participate in business development activities.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field (e.g., toxicology, biology) is required.  Master’s degree in pharmacology/toxicology preferred.
• Prior experience in Study Directorship or coordination in a Contract Research Organization (CRO) is highly desired.
• A minimum of 2 years in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry, CRO, and/or consulting.
• Good understanding of technical study conduct, study design, procedures, and documentation practices and regulatory requirements.
• Proven knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Knowledge of nonclinical drug development and submissions is highly desired.
• Demonstrated organizational and project management skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and the ability to acquire knowledge of job specific software.
• Ability to work independently and within a group setting and to interact effectively with different functional areas.
• Good communication skills (oral, written, and interpersonal) and the ability to identify and recommend solutions to problems.
• Available to travel 25-50% of the time.

Both local and remote applicants will be considered and are encouraged to apply. Our most valuable resource is our people.  We hire intelligent, creative, passionate professionals with a strong desire to learn.  At our core – collaboration, camaraderie, growth, and collective hard work without egos.  Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and celebrates our colleagues!  We offer a congenial, supportive, and flexible work environment, the opportunity to work with knowledgeable consultants, and the ability to develop a tremendous amount of knowledge and expertise across many stages and areas of healthcare product development.  Additionally, we offer the following benefits:  medical, dental, vision, FSAs, HSA, EAP, Life insurance, disability insurance, 401K with company contribution, ESOP, Holidays, and PTO.  The base salary for this position ranges from $50,000 – $90,000 depending on qualifications and experience.  Any offered salary is based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data/ranges, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees, and certifications.

Please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected].  Applications without cover letters will not be reviewed.

SciLucent is an equal opportunity employer.  We thank all applicants for their efforts in applying for our open position; while all applicants will be considered, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.