What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director/Director of Toxicology position at Frontage Laboratories?
Job Title: Associate Director/Director of Toxicology
Location: Chicago, IL
Reports to: Vice President of Safety and Toxicology
Full-time
Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an award winning, full-service, CRO/Contract Research Organization operating over 25 state-of-the-art laboratories across the US, Canada, Europe, and China. Our core competencies include drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics/ pharmacodynamics (PK/PD), safety and toxicology, bioanalytical services, chemistry and manufacturing controls for drug development, and core laboratory services for clinical trials.
Our Chicago, IL site provides services in general toxicology, developmental and reproductive toxicology (DART), juvenile and ocular toxicology in support of pharmaceutical and biotechnology products.
Position Summary:
Frontage Laboratories is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director of Toxicology with specialized expertise in Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology. This leadership role will be responsible for overseeing study design, execution, and interpretation of nonclinical toxicology studies, while managing and mentoring a team of scientists. The ideal candidate will bring strong scientific expertise, regulatory knowledge, and proven leadership experience within a CRO environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee General Tox, Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology studies in compliance with GLP and regulatory guidelines
- Provide scientific direction for study design, protocol development, and data interpretation
- Serve as Study Director, as and when needed, or Senior Scientific Advisor on complex programs
- Manage, mentor, and grow a team of Study Directors and scientific staff
- Ensure high-quality deliverables, timelines, and client satisfaction
- Interact with clients to provide scientific guidance and support business development efforts
- Contribute to regulatory submissions and support audits/inspections (FDA, OECD, etc.)
- Stay current with evolving regulatory requirements and scientific advancements
Qualifications:
- PhD in Toxicology or a related field
- 5–7 years of relevant experience in a reputable CRO or pharmaceutical/biotech setting
- Demonstrated expertise in reproductive and developmental toxicology study design and interpretation
- Experience serving as Study Director in GLP-compliant studies
- Proven experience managing and leading scientific teams
- Strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines (FDA, ICH, OECD)
- Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Board certification (e.g., DABT) is a plus
- Experience supporting regulatory submissions (IND, NDA, etc.)
- Track record of successful client engagement and project delivery
Salary: $140-160k, based upon experience
Benefits:
- 401k Employer Match with immediate vesting
- Vision Insurance
- Medical and Dental Insurance with multiple coverage options
- FSA (Medical, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Holidays and PTO
Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Salary : $140,000 - $160,000