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Join a world-class scientific team - We're looking for a highly experienced and passionate Toxicologist to step into a pivotal Principal Scientist role within a dynamic organisation. Based primarily in Dundee - with hybrid flexibility - this role offers the chance to lead, influence, and deliver scientific excellence in toxicology across a range of Pharma and non-Pharma projects.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Principal Scientist, you will:

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Provide strategic leadership across toxicology services to support client drug discovery and regulatory safety testing.

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Lead and deliver client-facing projects, promoting growth, efficiency, and innovation across the business.

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Support the development and execution of toxicology studies aligned with OECD guidelines and regulatory standards (ECHA, REACH, EPA).

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Act as Project Manager, Study Director, or Principal Investigator on regulated studies where applicable.

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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the sites to deliver high-quality scientific services.

Skills and Experience:

We’re looking for someone who brings both scientific depth and strategic oversight. You’ll need:

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A degree in a relevant discipline eg. biomedical sciences, or substantial relevant industry experience.

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A PhD or equivalent postgraduate experience in Toxicology (drug discovery or product safety – agrochemicals, chemicals, cosmetics, or food).

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In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks (OECD, ECHA, REACH, EPA) and adverse outcome pathways.

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Experience in a CRO, academic, biotech, or pharma environment.

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Proven leadership as a Project Manager, Study Director or PI.

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GxP experience is preferred.

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A credible and enthusiastic approach to building relationships and driving scientific success.

Additional:

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Location: Dundee DD1 5JJ (Hybrid remote with on-site work as required)

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Schedule: Monday to Friday

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Eligibility: You must have the right to work in the UK

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Relocation: Must be able to reliably commute or relocate prior to starting