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ABVT Job Database ID Number 49
Submission Date/Time 7/14/2010 10:00:10 AM
Position Title Project Leader Toxicology
Name of Institution Basel
Website Address
City Basel Switzerland
State dc
Country Switzerland
Contact Name Randy Pinato
Contact E-mail Address randy@rkpgroup.com
Contact Telephone Number (Voice) 443-535-0044
Contact Telephone Number (Fax)
Full Time / Part Time / Temporary Full Time
Job Description · The successful candidate will be a key contributor to the safety selection and timely development of potential new medicines through close interactions with discovery therapeutic areas, and affiliated non-clinical, clinical development and regulatory functions. · The candidate will steer and coordinate toxicological/non-clinical safety evaluations of development compounds within Roche, and externally with contract laboratories, consultants, and development partners. · He/she will represent toxicology in international project teams, contribute to internal and regulatory documents (IBs, CTAs, INDs, NDAs etc.) and participate in internal review board meetings as well as in meetings with regulatory authorities. · The position is focused on projects in advanced stages of clinical development. · Requirements include a DVM, PhD or equivalent and advanced experience in all areas of toxicology. · Ideal candidates have a minimum of five years experience as a project toxicologist in drug development, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple scientific projects and make sound scientific interpretations and assessments. A good publication record and/or activities in international gremia are an asset. · Candidates must have a proficient knowledge of general toxicology and related disciplines and proficient understanding of regulatory toxicology and international guidelines. · Candidates must be capable in the design, conduct, interpretation, and reporting of regulatory toxicology studies, be able to address and resolve toxicological issues arising in drug development programs, appropriately communicate and adequately assess the relevance of any toxicological findings to human safety. · Excellent communication and presentation capabilities in English are critical for successful application. · Ability to prioritize and capability to deal with high expectations in a competitive environment, excellent interpersonal skills, collaborative problem solving in a matrix environment, project management and team interactions are a must in order to be successful in this role
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Submission Comments Full relocation, competitive remurneration and a great career move.
ABVT Job Database ID Number 48
Submission Date/Time 5/21/2010 12:49:46 PM
Position Title Asst/Assoc/Full Prof of Clin Diagnostic Toxicology
Name of Institution CAHFS, School of Vet Med, Univ of CA, Davis
Website Address
City DAVIS
State CA
Country U.S.
Contact Name Sharon Hein
Contact E-mail Address slhein@ucdavis.edu
Contact Telephone Number (Voice) 530-752-3652
Contact Telephone Number (Fax) 530-752-5680
Full Time / Part Time / Temporary Full Time
Job Description Asst/Assoc/Full Professor of Clinical Diagnostic Toxicology in the California Animal Health & Food Safety Laboratory System (CAHFS) and Department of Molecular Biosciences, School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM), University of California, Davis. The successful candidate will be in residence at the CAHFS laboratory on the UC Davis campus. DVM or equivalent degree required; advanced degree in toxicology or closely related field preferred. Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Veterinary Toxicology required. Clinical experience and competence in veterinary toxicology preferred. Demonstrated aptitude/experience in teaching desired. Interest in collaboration in basic toxicology research desired. Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere. The successful candidate will share responsibility for diagnostic toxicology throughout the laboratory system. Emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis of toxicoses affecting the livestock and poultry industries, animal production and food from animal sources. Interaction with veterinarians and livestock producers is an integral part of this position. Must be innovative in the application of veterinary toxicology to the solution of animal health problems and contribute to the development and improvement of diagnostic procedures. Scholarly use of diagnostic case material including publication of results in peer reviewed publications is essential. The incumbent will have clinical and limited didactic teaching responsibilities to veterinary students, graduate students, and residents. University and public service through committee work, participation in professional organizations, continuing education and other appropriate means is required. To receive fullest consideration, applications must be received by September 1, 2010; position is open until filled. Interested applicants should submit 1) a letter of intent outlining special interest in the position, overall related qualifications and experiences pertinent to the position, and career goals; 2) curriculum vitae; and 3) the names and addresses of five to seven professional references to Director, c/o Sharon Hein, CA Animal Health & Food Safety Laboratory System, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA 95616. NOTE: This position is eligible for the NIFA Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP). Details are available at http://www.nifa.usda.gov/nea/animals/in_focus/an_health_if_vmlrp.html. The successful applicant may apply for the Loan Repayment Program; however, application does not guarantee a VMLRP award. The University of California, Davis is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of diversity among its faculty and staff.
Salary Range Salary and rank dependent on qualifications & exp.
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ABVT Job Database ID Number 51
Submission Date/Time 5/2/2011 1:20:22 PM
Position Title Adjunct Professor in Veterinary Medicine and Toxic
Name of Institution Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases, UCSF
Website Address
City San Francisco
State CA
Country USA
Contact Name Allison Taylor
Contact E-mail Address ind@ind.ucsf.edu
Contact Telephone Number (Voice) 4155020482
Contact Telephone Number (Fax)
Full Time / Part Time / Temporary Full Time
Job Description The Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases (IND) at the University of California San Francisco is currently seeking a veterinary toxicologist to join the IND with experience managing a university-based animal facility. Candidates must hold a DVM. A Ph.D. or equivalent experience in toxicology is also required. The successful candidate will manage an animal facility with 20+ employees as well as design and execute toxicology studies of optimized lead compounds that emerge from the IND’s drug discovery program. Salary and title will be commensurate with the level of experience and accomplishment. Qualifications for candidates: • DVM degree and 5+ years of direct supervisory and operational experience as a veterinarian directing a laboratory animal facility with 5+ employees involving mainly rodents is required. • Ph.D. in Toxicology with certification from the American Board of Toxicology is highly desirable and well as certification in Laboratory Animal Medicine and/or Anatomic Veterinary Pathology. • Drug discovery experience performing toxicology studies in a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or academic setting is required. • Excellent verbal and writing skills as well as experience writing scientific reports and manuscripts are required. • Experience with breeding and using transgenic mice of CNS disease animal models is preferable.
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ABVT Job Database ID Number 50
Submission Date/Time 12/23/2010 2:57:47 PM
Position Title Assistant, Associate or Full Professor
Name of Institution Iowa State University College of Vet Medicine
Website Address www.iastatejobs.com
City Ames
State IA
Country USA
Contact Name Dr. Pat Halbur
Contact E-mail Address pghalbur@iastate.edu
Contact Telephone Number (Voice) 515-294-6970
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Full Time / Part Time / Temporary Full Time
Job Description Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine (ISU CVM), Department of Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine (VDPAM) invites nominations and applications for a full time tenured or tenure-track position in veterinary toxicology. Applications will be accepted at the levels of assistant, associate, or full professor. The position will be based in the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ISU VDL). The ISUVDL is an AAVLD-accredited, full-service laboratory that serves veterinary practitioners and animal owners of Iowa and the Midwestern region. The caseload is diverse with food animal species representing the majority of submissions. The position will have a major commitment of effort towards applied toxicological and/or nutritional research in addition to providing diagnostic support through coordination of toxicology cases submitted to the ISU VDL. The person in this position will also have opportunities to teach veterinary toxicology in the veterinary and graduate curriculum and mentor graduate students. Required Qualifications: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR: DVM or equivalent degree, demonstrated expertise in toxicology, pathology or related field, and a minimum of a masters degree in an appropriate discipline. ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR: In addition to the qualifications listed above, a record of scholarship in a discipline of toxicology, pathology or related field is required. Preferred Qualifications: - PhD in veterinary toxicology or a related field - Board eligible or board certified by the American Board of Veterinary Toxicologists (ABVT) or American Board of Toxicology (ABT) - Experience in food animal toxicological or nutritional research - National and international distinction and reputation for outstanding contributions in the field of diagnostic medicine -Working knowledge and experience with food animal agriculture and production medicine - Experience communicating and collaborating with stakeholders in the food animal industry - Experience in the instruction of veterinary students and mentorship of graduate students. For additional information please contact Dr. Pat Halbur, Chair of VDPAM at 515-294-6970/ pghalbur@iastate.edu, Dr. Rodger Main, ISU VDL Director at 515-231-4571/ rmain@iastate.edu, or Dr. Steve Ensley, Toxicologist and Search Committee Chair at 515-294-1950/ sensley@iastate.edu. Please apply online at www.iastatejobs.com, vacancy #100816. Iowa State is an Iowa State University is an AA/EEO employer.
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Submission Comments Please apply online at www.iastatejobs.com, vacancy #100816.
ABVT Job Database ID Number 52
Submission Date/Time 1/9/2012 12:29:45 PM
Position Title Environmenal Medicial Toxicology
Name of Institution VMRCVM, VA TECH
Website Address http://www.vetmed.vt.edu
City Blacksburg
State VA
Country US
Contact Name Marion Ehrich
Contact E-mail Address marion@vt.edu
Contact Telephone Number (Voice) 540-231-4938
Contact Telephone Number (Fax) 540-231-6033
Full Time / Part Time / Temporary Full Time
Job Description The Department of Biomedical Sciences & Pathobiology at Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia Tech has a tenure-track faculty position available in Environmental Medical Toxicology at the Assistant/early Associate Professor level. The primary responsibility of the toxicologist will be to establish and maintain a high quality research program. There will be opportunities to mentor and train graduate and veterinary resident students, establish a graduate level course consistent with the candidate's and college's focus, and develop independent and collaborative research programs within and outside the VMRCVM at various life sciences-oriented Institutes (see web links below). The successful candidate will also lead instruction of introductory veterinary toxicology and veterinary clinical toxicology to students in the DVM professional program and contribute to the disposition of veterinary clinical cases that are submitted to the VMRCVM Diagnostic Toxicology Laboratory. The teaching and service duties encourage applicants with a DVM degree from an AVMA-accredited institution, and additional experience and/or certification in clinical toxicology. Candidates with a Ph.D. in a biomedical science, particularly those with a DVM, with a record of research funding and publications are encouraged to apply. Full consideration is assured to applications received by February 15, 2012. Interested individuals should electronically submit a curriculum vitae, letter of intent outlining academic record and career goals, and names and addresses of three professional references at www.jobs.vt.edu, Posting #0111258. Should you need more information, please contact Dr. Ansar Ahmed, Head, Biomedical Sciences and Pathobiology, VMRCVM. Phone: (540) 231-4652, ansrahmd@vt.edu For more information about the college, please visit http://www.vetmed.vt.edu/ ; for departmental information including other areas of expertise please visit http://www.vetmed.vt.edu/org/dbsp/index.asp. The research focus areas of the college include (a) Regenerative medicine (e.g. stem cells, tissue repair) (b) Inflammatory/regulatory disorders, including cancer, or (c) Infectious diseases. Please visit the web links of four Virginia Tech life/health sciences-related Institutes, which foster intercollegiate research interactions. These include: (1) Fralin Life Sciences Institute: http://www.biotech.vt.edu/ ; (2) VT Carilion Research Institute: http://vtc.vt.edu/research/ ; (3) Virginia Bioinformatics Institute: http://www.vbi.vt.edu/ ; (4) Institute for Critical Technology and Applied Science: http://www.ictas.vt.edu/ . VMRCVM is committed to translational research. Opportunities for translational research exist in collaboration with faculty in the College’s Departments of Large and Small Animal Clinical Sciences and the Via College of Osteopathic Medicine. Virginia Tech, founded in 1872 as a land-grant institution and ranked eighth nationally among public universities in The Princeton Review's "Best Value Colleges" for 2010 and 2011, is committed to the mission of teaching, research and community outreach. Serving a diverse population of 30,000+ students and 8,000+ faculty and staff in the U.S. and around the world, Virginia Tech is the largest residential university in the Commonwealth of Virginia. According to the National Science Foundation, Virginia Tech had research expenditures totaling $396 million in 2009, ranking 44th out of 662 universities nationwide. The university currently is undergoing dramatic growth in its research programs. The Virginia Tech campus is nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains. Blacksburg was listed in Money magazine as one of the Top 100 best places to live. Virginia Tech is dedicated to the principle of diversity and seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, and people with disabilities. Virginia Tech is a recipient of the National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Aware to increase the participation of women in academic careers.
Salary Range Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date 08/10/2012
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