Toxicologist - Forensic Expert

Robson Forensic

$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in toxicology or related discipline preferred
  • Board certification in toxicology (ABFT or DABT preferred)
  • Member of a toxicology-focused organization (e.g., SOFT or SOT)
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in toxicology
  • Experience in human clinical or animal research is preferred
  • Broad-based experience in the pharmaceutical industry, government, or forensic toxicology laboratory is desirable
  • Academic background with a focus on toxicology research/program development is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Investigate toxicology-related cases
  • Analyze complex scenarios using toxicological knowledge
  • Write clear, scientifically sound reports
  • Provide expert testimony in legal settings
  • Critically assess exposures and adverse effects
  • Collaborate with respected experts in the field
  • Continuously learn and grow as a forensic expert

Benefits

  • Opportunity for continuous professional development
  • Collaborative work environment with experts
  • Chance to make a tangible impact in litigation
  • Hybrid work model with some travel
Full Job Description
You are a highly driven Toxicologist with 10+ years of experience working with alcohol, prescription/illicit drugs, and toxicants. You possess a deep understanding of environmental, occupational, chemical, and/or biological exposures

You are already an expert. Robson Forensic will train you to be a forensic expert.

As a Toxicology Forensic Expert, you will:
  • Investigate cases involving toxicology.
  • Analyze complex scenarios, applying your comprehensive knowledge of standards and practices.
  • Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
  • Provide expert testimony.


You will delve into the "why" behind incidents, critically assessing exposure, adverse effects, and causation. This role offers you a chance to:
  • Use your cumulative training, experience, and critical thinking skills
  • Collaborate with highly respected experts.
  • Continuously learn and grow as an expert in your field.
  • Make a tangible difference in litigation.


Locations: Las Vegas, NV & Dallas/Ft. Worth/Irving, TX (hybrid)

Requirements:
  • Education: Ph.D. in toxicology with broad training and expertise in a relevant discipline (toxicology, chemistry, biology, microbiology, physiology, pathology, etc.). Postdoctoral training & research in toxicology is preferred.
  • Certification: Board certification (preferred) in toxicology, such as ABFT or DABT.
  • Membership: Member of an organization with a toxicology focus (ex. SOFT or SOT).
  • Experience: 10+ years of experienceworking in the field of toxicology; mechanistic-oriented human clinical research and/or animal research is preferred.
    • If your past work experience is in industry or government, several broad-based experiences are highly desirable including work experience in the pharmaceutical industry, a government entity, military, and/or a forensic toxicology laboratory with emphasis on mechanism of action and interpretation of scientific results.
    • If your past work experience is as an assistant, associate, or full professor in an academic institution, active involvement in a toxicology research program, evidence of competitive and renewable research funding, commensurate teaching and committee responsibilities.
  • Work Style: Roughly 20% travel for training; the remainder is focused on analysis and report drafting, working independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Prior forensic experience is not required. We seek professionals eager to apply their deep toxicology knowledge to a challenging new domain


You must have a clean background screen, a driver's license, and the ability to drive.

How to Apply:

If this opportunity meets your requirements for a challenging and rewarding career, and you meet our minimum requirements, please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your professional background and experience.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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