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Job Title: Principal Toxicologist
Req Id: 3130
Work Model: Remote
Company: Altria Client Services
State/Province:Job Description:
Would you like to be a part of Altria’s Harm Reduction vision and journey to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a smoke-free future? Have a PhD or Masters in Toxicology or related field? Have experience in applied preclinical toxicological research? If so, we want to speak with you!
We are hiring a Principal Toxicologist to join our Biological Sciences Insights (BSI) team as part of the Pre-Clinical group in Richmond, VA, or we are open to remote work arrangements.
The selected candidate will use their scientific and technical expertise in preclinical toxicology to conduct toxicological studies in the support of reduced-risk tobacco and nicotine product development and their regulatory submissions.
What you'll be doing:
Serve as a subject matter expert in and provide scientific recommendations for regulatory and/or mechanistic toxicology testing as part of overall toxicological risk assessments for potentially reduced-risk tobacco products
Lead data consolidation, integration and analysis for Biological Sciences Insights team aimed to incorporate insights into exposure-led risk assessments
Design and lead GLP and non-GLP studies on diverse test materials (individual chemicals, mixtures, aerosols, extracts, etc.) across various exposure regimens as study monitor and sponsor representative
Occasional travel (10-20%) to external labs for lab selection, inspection, study monitoring, etc.
Prepare results for internal communications and regulatory submissions
Identify data gaps and develop strategies to address
Lead and participate in cross-functional teams, providing toxicological expertise while representing BSI and the Pre-Clinical team
Proactively engage with external scientific communities and represent the company via external presentations and peer-review publications
Monitor developments in new approach methodologies (NAMs) to advance our preclinical testing program
What we want you to have:
PhD in toxicology or closely related field with 5+ years of experience (minimum of 8 years of experience with MSc) in preclinical testing (e.g., in vitro, in vivo, in silico, etc.)
Strong experience in risk assessment/analysis in a regulatory environment (experience in the tobacco environment is a plus)
Demonstrated ability to analyze/synthesize data from multiple lines of evidence to develop meaningful insights and conclusions
Proven track record for interpreting a range of pre-clinical study outcomes (e.g., test article characterization, in-life toxicity, genotoxicity, histopathology, mechanistic endpoints)
Expertise as study director or study monitor in the conduct of preclinical toxicity studies is required with hands-on experience in the conduct of in vivo studies being highly desirable
Experience in NAMs, such as PBPK modeling and/or BMD modeling, in support of chemical and product risk assessment is highly desired with experience in bioinformatics and/or computational toxicology preferred
Good project management skills, attention to detail, as well as outstanding verbal and written communication skills for presenting and communicating results/data to both scientists and non-scientists are required
Strong leadership skills with ability to effectively work within cross-functional settings and with minimum supervision
The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $119,600.00 - $173,450.00.
Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria
At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:
Work where life works for you — with flexible and remote options that fit your world, not the other way around.
Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully
A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real
Get recognized for your work – annual merit increases and performance bonus
A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%-17% of your base salary
Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends
Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life
A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference
At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
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Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of products for U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+. For decades we’ve been leaders in the tobacco industry, but the industry is evolving - and so are we. Our Vision is Moving Beyond Smoking™.
At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.
Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group.
