What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Scientist, Toxicology position at Kailera Therapeutics, Inc.?
At Kailera, we are bold, authentic and committed to our mission of developing therapies that give people the power to transform their lives and elevate their overall health. Rooted in an entrepreneurial spirit and a team-oriented culture, we are working together to advance Kailera's mission to advance novel therapies for obesity and related conditions.
We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes collaboration, integrity, and excellence. As we expand, we seek the most talented individuals with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to join our team.
What You'll Do :
The primary responsibility for the Senior Research Associate will be to function as a key toxicology liaison / subject matter expert in support of external contract research organization (CRO) activities. The Senior Research Associate is expected to ensure nonclinical studies are conducted in accordance with protocols and are aligned with the overall development strategy. In addition, the successful candidate will actively participate in scientific discussions within the Nonclinical group for all compounds across the portfolio.
Responsibilities :
- Serve as the primary Kailera representative (Study Monitor) for toxicology studies conducted at CROs.
- Collaborate with Toxicology Project Leaders and other scientists to design and develop study protocols, ensuring CROs have the technical capabilities to meet study requirements.
- Conduct site visits to CROs to assess technical capabilities and ensure studies are executed in strict accordance with protocols.
- Act as the first line of contact for study-related issues, assessing their impact on study integrity and escalating as needed.
- Ensure GLP compliance, adherence to Good Laboratory Practices, and alignment with company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Maintain study timelines and ensure toxicology studies are conducted in accordance with overall program objectives.
- Communicate study findings to Toxicology leadership and program teams in a timely and comprehensive manner.
- Review and edit study protocols and reports to ensure scientific rigor, regulatory compliance (GLP, animal welfare, and safety), and high-quality study interpretation.
- Serve as the Toxicology point of contact for the receipt, review, and dissemination of study data across the department.
- Collaborate with Toxicology Project Leaders to interpret and analyze toxicology data, supporting risk assessment and decision-making.
- Coordinate and oversee internal study data reviews to ensure alignment with project timelines.
- Consolidate and communicate internal feedback on study reports to CROs, ensuring clarity and consistency.
- Assist Toxicology Project Leaders in integrating and assembling toxicology data for regulatory submissions (e.g., IND, NDA, BLA).
- Lead and contribute to cross-functional initiatives within the toxicology department and across other teams to advance Kailera's research objectives.
- Actively participate in scientific discussions to assess toxicology findings and implications for drug development.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior scientists, fostering a culture of scientific excellence and collaboration.
- Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by Toxicology leadership.
Required Qualifications :
Education :
Benefits of Working at Kailera
In addition to traditional benefits, we provide enhanced offerings designed to support the well-being and financial security of our team members and their families.
At Kailera, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture. How we treat our people is reflective of this commitment. We share the pay range for this particular role with the actual base salary depending upon factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, market factors, and experience.
Salary Range
115,000-$140,000 USD
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION :
Kailera Therapeutics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age (40 and over), sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, domestic victim status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
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Salary : $115,000 - $140,000
