Nonclinical Toxicology Study Monitoring Scientist

Salary$102k – $152k

LocationBoston, MA

Work modehybrid

Typefull-time

SeniorityMid

Experience3+ yrs

EquityIncluded

Company size10,000+ people

First seenOct 7, 2026 · 4d ago

Verified live1d ago

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Hands-on in vivo laboratory experience in a CRO or pharmaceutical/biotechnology setting

Direct experience supporting nonclinical safety assessment activities involving both small molecule and large molecule modalities

Foundational understanding of the drug discovery and development process, particularly as it relates to nonclinical safety assessment

Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulations and expectations for study conduct and sponsor oversight

Superior organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent studies, timelines, deliverables, and follow-up activities without losing attention to detail

Strong scientific and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, assess risk, and support effective resolution during study execution

Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build productive working relationships with CRO partners, vendors, and internal stakeholders

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex study information clearly, succinctly, and appropriately for different audiences

Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment, successfully adapting to changing priorities while maintaining high-quality execution and clear communication

Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality study oversight, documentation, and execution

Comfort adopting new digital tools and technologies, including the exploration and build-out of AI-enabled solutions, to streamline workflows, improve tracking, and support efficient study oversight

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in life sciences or related science with 3+ years of relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in life sciences or related science with 4+ years of relevant experience

Prior experience monitoring outsourced toxicology or nonclinical safety studies in a sponsor-facing study monitoring role

Experience working directly with CROs to oversee study execution, troubleshoot issues, and drive accountability to timelines and deliverables

Demonstrated success in highly organized, detail-oriented roles requiring coordination of multiple concurrent studies and stakeholders

Proven ability to influence and collaborate effectively through strong relationship-building and a proactive, service-oriented approach

Experience using digital tools, dashboards, or AI-assisted technologies to improve planning, documentation, communication, and operational efficiency

Familiarity with regulatory documentation and support for nonclinical sections of submissions

Experience contributing to vendor qualification, audit support, or CRO performance management

Willingness and ability to travel 30%–50% for on-site study monitoring visits and vendor interactions

Skills

digital tools

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Student loan repayment

Commuting subsidy

Charitable donation matching

401(k)

Job Description

General Summary:

We are seeking a Nonclinical Toxicology Study Monitoring Scientist to play a critical role in supporting the safety assessment of both large and small molecule modalities including cell and gene therapies across the development pipeline by providing scientific, technical, and operational oversight of outsourced nonclinical studies. This individual will partner closely with project toxicologists, cross-functional internal teams, and external Contract Research Organizations (CROs) to help ensure studies are executed to high scientific and operational standards, in alignment with study objectives, timelines, and regulatory expectations. This role is best suited for a scientifically grounded, highly organized, collaborative study monitor who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at managing multiple studies and competing priorities simultaneously, and communicates clearly and succinctly to drive study execution and decision-making.

This role is a scientific and operational study monitoring position, not a Quality Assurance role. While partnership with QA and attention to compliance are important, the primary focus is on study monitoring, scientific oversight, CRO partnership, issue resolution, organization, and cross-functional communication in support of nonclinical program execution.

This role is central to ensuring that nonclinical safety studies are conducted with scientific rigor, operational excellence, and effective external oversight. The Nonclinical Toxicology Study Monitoring Scientist helps generate the high-quality data needed to inform development decisions and advance promising therapies for patients, while also helping the organization modernize study oversight through thoughtful adoption of digital and AI-enabled ways of working.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

· Partner with project toxicologists and cross-functional stakeholders to develop, review, and operationalize protocols for nonclinical safety assessment studies across both small and large molecule programs.

· Serve as a primary monitoring contact for outsourced toxicology and other nonclinical safety studies conducted at CROs and partner organizations.

· Conduct routine study monitoring activities through on-site visits and remote oversight to assess study conduct, data quality, protocol compliance, and adherence to GLP and applicable procedures.

· Identify, escalate, and help resolve scientific, technical, operational, or study execution issues arising during study conduct in collaboration with CRO personnel, internal toxicologists, and study monitoring colleagues.

· Prepare clear, concise, and timely study monitoring reports, visit summaries, and stakeholder communications to ensure visibility to study status, key findings, risks, and next steps.

· Drive strong follow-up and documentation of action items, decisions, and study milestones across multiple active studies.

· Effectively manage multiple concurrent studies, deliverables, timelines, and follow-up activities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high quality, attention to detail, and responsiveness.

· Contribute to the review of monitoring reports, study documentation, and CRO performance metrics to support continuous improvement in vendor oversight and study execution.

· Support qualification activities for CROs, including vendor assessment, audit support, and input into the selection of new external partners.

· Collaborate with other study monitor scientists and project toxicologists to support quality review of regulatory documents, submissions, and health authority responses, as applicable.

· Demonstrated ability and strong interest in applying digital and AI-based solutions to enhance study planning, study oversight, risk identification, communication, and the sharing of data and knowledge.

· Willingness and ability to travel 30%–50% for on-site study monitoring visits and vendor interactions.

Knowledge and Skills:

Hands-on in vivo laboratory experience in a CRO or pharmaceutical/biotechnology setting.

Direct experience supporting nonclinical safety assessment activities involving both small molecule and large molecule modalities.

Foundational understanding of the drug discovery and development process, particularly as it relates to nonclinical safety assessment.

Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulations and expectations for study conduct and sponsor oversight.

Superior organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent studies, timelines, deliverables, and follow-up activities without losing attention to detail.

Strong scientific and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, assess risk, and support effective resolution during study execution.

Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build productive working relationships with CRO partners, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex study information clearly, succinctly, and appropriately for different audiences.

Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment, successfully adapting to changing priorities while maintaining high-quality execution and clear communication.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality study oversight, documentation, and execution.

Comfort adopting new digital tools and technologies, including the exploration and build-out of AI-enabled solutions, to streamline workflows, improve tracking, and support efficient study oversight.

Prior experience monitoring outsourced toxicology or nonclinical safety studies in a sponsor-facing study monitoring role.

Experience working directly with CROs to oversee study execution, troubleshoot issues, and drive accountability to timelines and deliverables.

Demonstrated success in highly organized, detail-oriented roles requiring coordination of multiple concurrent studies and stakeholders.

Proven ability to influence and collaborate effectively through strong relationship-building and a proactive, service-oriented approach.

Experience using digital tools, dashboards, or AI-assisted technologies to improve planning, documentation, communication, and operational efficiency.

Familiarity with regulatory documentation and support for nonclinical sections of submissions.

Experience contributing to vendor qualification, audit support, or CRO performance management.

Education and Experience:

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in life sciences or related science with 3+ years of relevant experience; or

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in life sciences or related science with 4+ years of relevant experience.

About the company

At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.

Pay Range:

$101,600 - $152,400

Disclosure Statement:

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Benefits

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation:

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:

Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select

On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.