Toxicology Director - Leading AI Biotech
Posted on: 22/07/2026
Shangahai East China
CNY 800K - 1000K per year
Permanent
Pharmaceutical and Healthcare
About Our Client
Our client is an innovative, research-driven biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel therapeutics. The company is committed to delivering safe, effective, and accessible treatment solutions to patients worldwide. With a strong focus on oncology, immunology, metabolic disorders, and other serious diseases, the organization has established a fully integrated R&D platform spanning drug discovery, preclinical research, and clinical development. As its innovative pipeline continues to expand, the company is seeking an experienced Toxicology expert with a global mindset and extensive new drug development experience to help advance its next generation of innovative therapies.
About the Job
- Lead the overall planning and execution of nonclinical safety assessment strategies for innovative drug development programs.
- Develop toxicology strategies in compliance with NMPA, FDA, EMA, and ICH regulatory requirements and guidelines.
- Establish, maintain, and continuously optimize the company's toxicology capabilities, technical platforms, and management systems.
- Oversee and coordinate a wide range of toxicology studie
- Review and approve toxicology study protocols, study reports, risk assessments, and other related scientific documentation
- Lead the preparation, review, and submission of toxicology sections for IND, CTA, and NDA applications
- Provide scientific interpretation of key toxicological findings and assess translational safety risks.
- Participate in candidate selection (PCC) and critical R&D decision-making processes.
- Serve as the toxicology subject matter expert and provide strategic support to Drug Discovery, DMPK, CMC, and Clinical Development teams.
- Perform benefit-risk assessments and support project milestone and portfolio decisions.
- Develop and implement safety risk management strategies to support clinical development from Phase I through late-stage clinical programs.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree in Toxicology, Pharmacology, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Biology, or a related life sciences discipline.
- Overseas education and/or experience with multinational pharmaceutical companies is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in nonclinical safety assessment within innovative drug development.
- At least 5 years of people management and toxicology team leadership experience.
- Proven track record of successful IND submissions for innovative drug programs.
- Experience with toxicology development strategies for emerging therapeutic modalities and innovative treatments.
- In-depth knowledge of toxicology regulations and guidance documents issued by ICH, FDA, EMA, and NMPA.
- Strong expertise in toxicology, safety pharmacology, and nonclinical risk assessment.
- Thorough understanding of GLP regulations and quality management systems.
- Demonstrated ability to independently author, review, and approve scientific and regulatory documents in English.
- Strong scientific judgment and strategic thinking in drug development.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced R&D environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to influence decision-making at both project and organizational levels.
- Proficiency in both written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate effectively in global regulatory and scientific settings.