See Yourself at Telix

The Principal Scientist or Fellow, Pharmacology and Toxicology will play a critical role in advancing the research and development of innovative radiopharmaceutical products. This position requires a deep understanding of pharmacology and toxicology principles, with a specific focus on radiopharmaceuticals. The incumbent will lead a matrix team responsible for designing, conducting, and interpreting pharmacological and toxicological studies to ensure the safety and efficacy of new radiopharmaceutical products.

Key Accountabilities

• Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic direction and oversight for pharmacology and toxicology activities related to radiopharmaceutical development.
• Study Design and Execution: Design, plan, and oversee preclinical pharmacology and toxicology studies to support regulatory submissions and product development.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of scientists and researchers focused on pharmacology and toxicology. Ensure the team’s expertise aligns with the company’s objectives.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all pharmacology and toxicology studies adhere to regulatory guidelines, including FDA, EMA, and other relevant agencies. Prepare and review relevant sections of regulatory submissions.
• Collaboration: Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments such as research, clinical development, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance to ensure seamless product development.
• Data Analysis and Interpretation: Analyze and interpret pharmacological and toxicological data to guide decision-making processes and provide insights into the safety and efficacy of radiopharmaceutical products.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential safety concerns and develop strategies to mitigate risks associated with radiopharmaceutical products.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of the latest developments in pharmacology, toxicology, and radiopharmaceutical research. Implement best practices and innovative approaches to enhance the company’s product development efforts.
• Budget Management: Manage the departmental budget effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and cost-effective execution of projects.
• Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate pharmacology and toxicology findings, recommendations, and updates to senior management, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders as required.
• Health Authority Interaction: Can function independently when interacting with global health authorities.

Education and Experience

• PhD or equivalent degree in Pharmacology, Toxicology, or a related scientific field required. A DVM or PharmD with relevant experience may also be considered.
• 7+ years of experience for Principal Scientist and 10+ years of experience for Fellow in pharmacology and toxicology, preferably within the radiopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry required
• Strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines and requirements related to pharmacology and toxicology studies, particularly in the context of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.