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Philips

Senior Toxicologist

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Title
Senior Toxicologist

Job Description

Exciting opportunity to play an important role in improving and saving lives around the world through generating Toxicological Risk Assessments for Philips Sleep & Respiratory care devices/products, ensuring they are safe for use by the intended patient population.

Your role:

  • Preparation of toxicological risk assessments and dossiers using Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) guidance and any other regulatory agencies databases.
  • Lead and/or manage the design, monitoring, and interpretation of In Vitro, In Vivo, or pre-clinical bio-compatibility studies conducted under Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Interpreting the results of Biological/Volatile Organic Compound tests for impacts to patient safety and preparation of expert reports on toxicology/patient risk in the support of regulatory documentation.
  • Reporting to the Manager-Biological Safety Engineering, you will work cross-functionally and collaborate with R&D, NPD, CRO's, Regulatory Agencies internal/external scientists and other stake holders.
  • This role may require travel up to 10%.
You're the right fit if:

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  • You've acquired a minimum of 3 years' experience in Toxicological/Biological Risk Assessments, with proven experience in Toxicological/Biological test methods for compliance to ISO 10993 (required) and ISO 18562 (desired).
  • Your skills include conducting biological assessments and documenting test evidence to support regulatory agency submittals, as well as interaction with Regulatory Agencies to address test strategies and questions related to toxicological assessments.
  • You have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Toxicology or related fields (Required), MS or PhD desired . DABT or other health science/medical professional certifications desired. Knowledge of FDA 2020 Guidance Document "Use of International Standard ISO 10993-1". (Required)
  • You have experience documenting biological risk assessments, analyzing results from Contract Resource Organizations (CRO's) and communicating with NPD teams and CROs to explain the results of toxicological assessments. Assist development teams in selecting proper materials for use in medical devices.
  • You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position .
  • US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa, now or in the future.
About Philips:

We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won't stop until everybody everywhere has access to the quality healthcare that we all deserve. Do the work of your life to help improve the lives of others.
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  • Discover our rich and exciting history.
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If you're interested in this role and have many, but not all, of the experiences needed, we encourage you to apply. You may still be the right candidate for this or other opportunities at Philips. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here .

Philips Transparency Details:

The pay range for this position is $92,000 to $158,000, annually. The actual base pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

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This requisition is expected to stay active for 45 days but may close earlier if a successful candidate is selected or business necessity dictates. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Client-provided location(s): Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Rosemont, IL 60018, USA; Bothell, WA, USA; Orange, OH, USA; Cambridge, MA, USA; Plymouth, MN, USA
Job ID: Philips-523806
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led
    • Black founded/led
    • Latinx founded/led
    • Asian founded/led
    • LGBTQ+ founded/led
    • Veteran founded/led

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