Neurocrine Biosciences · 1 day ago
Associate Scientific Director, Toxicology
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$174K/yr - $237K/yr
7+ years expNeurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed disorders. The role involves leading Toxicology/Safety Pharmacology projects, overseeing studies, and recommending scientific strategies while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Lead toxicology strategy and execution for new and existing drug candidates
Design, evaluate, and manage Toxicology and Safety Pharmacology studies, including protocol development, budgeting, oversight, and reporting
Analyze and interpret study data; prepare technical reports and oral presentations for internal key stakeholders
Own preparation and quality control of regulatory documents (IB, IND, CTA, NDA/BLA), including annual updates and submissions
Recommend and implement process improvements and SOP updates to optimize program efficiency
Stay current with global regulatory guidance and proactively inform stakeholders
Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and support technical documentation and database management
Mentor junior scientists, and lead/contribute to intellectual property development
Lead the development of intellectual property
Support additional strategic initiatives as needed
Qualification
Required
BS/BA in Toxicology, Pharmacology, Biology, or related discipline with 15+ years of experience of CRO and/or pharmaceutical industry experience, including Safety Pharmacology OR
MS/MA with 13+ years OR
PhD with 7+ years in similar fields and roles
Extensive experience in Safety Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Pathology across small molecules, peptides, and biologics (gene therapy knowledge a plus)
Proven leadership in managing preclinical CROs and regulatory submissions (IB, IND, CTA, NDA/BLA/MAA)
Strong knowledge of ICH and FDA guidance
Preferred
DABT certification preferred
Benefits
Annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary
Eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program
Retirement savings plan (with company match)
Paid vacation
Holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans
Company
Neurocrine Biosciences
Neurocrine Biosciences engages in the discovery and development of drugs for the treatment of neurological and endocrine-related diseases.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (16)
2024 (9)
2023 (8)
2022 (2)
2021 (5)
2020 (6)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$260MKey Investors
Venrock
2015-02-19Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2009-12-17Post Ipo Equity· $10M
1996-05-31IPO
Leadership Team
Matt Abernethy
Chief Financial Officer
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Dimitri Grigoriadis
VP, Research
Recent News
2026-01-06
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