Job Description

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This exciting position offers challenging and satisfying opportunities for the career consulting scientist. The VP of the Toxicology, Strategy, & Development team will lead and guide our clients on matters related to regulatory toxicology and compliance to global regulations and expectations for pharmaceuticals in development and beyond. This role requires a special individual with a deep understanding of, and appreciation for, nonclinical toxicology, pharmacology, and pharmacokinetics as related to product development and pharmaceutical and biologic development programs. As such, experience in the formal development of new drugs, biologics, medical devices and other healthcare products will be indispensable, together with expertise in a variety of indications and an understanding of clinical development, in the development of strategies to guide clients in their projects and programs. The VP, Toxicology, Strategy, & Development will directly engage with and support Intertek\'s clients, serving as a representative of the consultancy and as a subject matter expert for the company. Expertise in projects involving U.S. FDA and Health Canada review are key, but general or extensive knowledge of EU and other regulatory jurisdictions would be an asset. In this exciting, challenging, and fast-paced role, the candidate will exercise their scientific expertise and use their product development experience to guide projects, work with and develop our broader team of experienced toxicology and regulatory affairs subject matter experts, use their industry contacts to grow our consulting services, and direct the growth of the Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare group\'s business.

Responsibilities:

• As a senior scientist, be responsible for work on and guidance of projects, which typically have major complexities and multiple dimensions/facets, may require identification of \xe2\x80\x9coutside-of-the-box\xe2\x80\x9d solutions, and would benefit from expertise that comes with advanced and deep levels of experience. The VP as senior scientist must be able to synthesize findings into clear, well-written reports that discuss the implications of the findings and advise clients on a wide range of issues related to project advancement and success. The VP will often be responsible for the quality and scientific accuracy of the final deliverable to the client, which may have included own work and that of colleagues/team and will need to meet project and industry standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.
• Act as the primary liaison with Intertek clients, including initial business development meetings, through preparation of cost estimates for projects, formal project proposals and plans, and communication during the course of projects as and when needed. The VP will have responsibilities related to their own projects as well as that of others - these will encompass both scientific and project management-related aspects of the work (project scope, direction, issue resolution, costs, timing, and deliverables).
• Be a senior consultant, understanding the consultancy business (operations, finance, business development, and structure) and able to identify and capitalize on business development opportunities. Understand and put into practice the high standards of advice, guidance, and project deliverables expected in the provision of consulting services to clients. Attract a flow of work from new and existing clients based on own reputation and expertise in the field. Understand local and global trends related to the business and help plan and support the growth and development of the business accordingly.
• As a senior leader and VP, be an effective and responsible leader of a group or in an area of expertise, who makes effective decisions about work to be done and work standards. Balance, or assist others in balancing, the needs of projects and resolving potential conflicts among competing projects or programs. Be an official spokesperson for Intertek, especially for the Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare group and its sub-team focusing on Toxicology, Strategy, & Development. Mentor and develop staff, both scientifically and in their career development, providing regular, on-going feedback to them. Working with the VP of the Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare group as a whole, participate in the overall short-term and long-term planning for growth of the business and execute on the plans.

Desired Qualifications:

• PhD in Toxicology (preferred) or related field, or MSc or other related degree or training.
• At least 20 years of pharmaceutical industry experience specifically in nonclinical aspects of product development programs.
• Subject matter expertise: scientific and regulatory acumen in product development, understanding of the role of regulatory toxicology in supporting clinical programs, ability to solve complex scientific problems, and experience guiding clients through the development program at multiple stages.
• Demonstrated consulting skills: business acumen to identify project needs and encourage additional client work requests; experienced at the preparation of accurate cost and timeline estimates. Operating at a very high level of professional standards and integrity to ensure project parameters and standards are met at all times.
• Excellent communicator and manager of projects and staff, able to practice effective time management, understand organizational and industrial psychology, and able to manage complex projects. Enjoys working within a team including more senior and more junior team members.

• Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written format; able to develop persuasive, clear arguments and rationales.

Personal Characteristics:

• Well organized and structured; able to pay attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service and interaction skills.
• Enjoys the challenge of analyzing and solving problems.
• Able to self-motivate to meet project or submission timelines, process information, and work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment, but also a team player able to contribute work on a number of different parts of a project.
• Able to work remotely (home-based) or in an office in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.

Our Value Proposition

We offer a salary and benefits package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, RRSP with company match, generous vacation/sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

Why Work at Intertek?

Intertek is a world leader in the $250 billion Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about and .

A career with Intertek offers rewarding opportunities to help companies around the world develop products used safely by millions of people every day. Intertek is the trusted advisor to many of the world\'s leading brands, companies, and governments, and has earned a reputation for accuracy, reliability, integrity, and technical competence. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

Intertek is committed to a safe work environment for our employees and clients. Learn more about our .

Intertek believes that are our strongest tool for success. We are an and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity

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