Explore Toxicologist Jobs

Toxicologists study how chemicals, drugs, and other substances affect people, animals, and the environment. Their work helps organizations assess safety, investigate exposure, support product development, and meet regulatory requirements. Browse toxicologist jobs on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Toxicologists Do

Responsibilities vary by specialty and employer. Toxicologists may design and interpret laboratory studies, evaluate toxicology data, assess potential health risks, investigate adverse effects, and communicate findings to scientific, clinical, business, or regulatory teams. Experienced professionals may also lead research programs, oversee teams, advise on safety strategies, or guide regulatory submissions.

Common Toxicology Career Paths

Toxicology careers span pharmaceutical and biotechnology research, clinical and regulatory safety, environmental consulting, public health, consumer product safety, and forensic science. Related job titles may include toxicology scientist, senior toxicologist, clinical toxicologist, regulatory toxicology lead, safety assessment director, and forensic toxicologist.

Skills and Qualifications

Many roles call for a degree in toxicology, pharmacology, biology, chemistry, or a related discipline; senior research and leadership positions may prefer a Ph.D. or other advanced degree. Employers often value expertise in study design, risk assessment, data analysis, scientific writing, regulatory standards, and cross-functional collaboration. Requirements depend on the role, industry, and level of responsibility.

Find Senior Toxicologist Opportunities

Compensation depends on factors such as experience, specialization, employer, location, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it a useful place to explore experienced toxicologist and related leadership opportunities. Review listings for details on responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

Sort By: Relevance

$110K - $130K *

Drive clinical excellence by evaluating medication orders, providing recommendations, and collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize patient care. Ensure compliance and safety in medication manag...

Louisville, KYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Transform the mental health landscape by delivering personalized psychotherapy to older adults in a supportive, remote environment. Join a collaborative team dedicated to enhancing lives through flexi...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing SAP EHS solutions for complex federal projects, ensuring compliance and effective incident management while collaborating with stakeholders to optimize en...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $222K *

Shape your career by leading clinical project management for global trials. Drive cross-functional collaboration, ensure compliance, and meet project deliverables while fostering effective teamwork an...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $226K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare processes by bridging strategy and execution. Collaborate with teams to enhance coding workflows, drive change management, and ensure alignment with strategic...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $200K *

Lead the charge in advancing power system simulation and grid engineering. Drive innovative research and advisory services while establishing EPRI's technical vision in grid modernization and DER inte...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform healthcare operations by optimizing Epic HB applications, ensuring seamless billing workflows, and providing expert support. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance system functionality and...

Miami, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare processes for the Veterans Health Administration, enhancing business and clinical operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to redesign workflows, address chal...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $247K *

Shape the future of pricing strategy in a dynamic cybersecurity environment. Lead cross-functional initiatives to develop and implement innovative pricing models, ensuring competitive positioning and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform communications strategy and execution for a growing organization. Lead branding, messaging, and digital presence to enhance visibility and engagement across diverse audiences, while collabor...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $164K *

Unlock packaging compliance excellence by leading cross-functional strategies to ensure global adherence to evolving regulations. Drive sustainability initiatives while championing innovative solution...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $104K *

Lead a dynamic team to adjudicate complex liability claims, driving innovative solutions for diverse clients. Collaborate with experts to enhance processes and ensure exceptional service in a rapidly...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Lead and innovate within a high-impact engineering team, driving automation and transparency in customer assessments. Foster a culture of accountability while collaborating cross-functionally to deliv...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Drive sales success by engaging healthcare professionals, delivering impactful presentations, and executing strategic business plans. Collaborate with the ENDO Sales Team to enhance product visibility...

Bridgewater, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $118K *

Drive growth by managing key accounts in retail and food service, enhancing partnerships through strategic solutions and innovative approaches. Engage stakeholders at all levels to deliver measurable...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$183K - $220K *

Lead strategic initiatives for Integrated Delivery Networks and health systems, optimizing patient access and formulary adoption. Build executive relationships and drive clinical integration to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $132K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining dental coverage policies, ensuring clinical integrity and compliance. Collaborate across teams to enhance program infrastructure and support regulatory au...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Empower progress in product security by embedding advanced safeguards within every development phase. Collaborate with engineering teams to build AI-enhanced security tooling and enhance proactive ris...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $215K *

Join our team to oversee application security, manage vulnerability pipelines, and collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security practices. Drive incident response and advocate for security a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by leading a high-performing sales team in precision oncology. Drive strategic initiatives, foster cross-functional collaboration, and enhance patient care through innovative sal...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $170K *

Shape the success of enterprise health systems by leading full implementations. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage project lifecycles, mitigate risks, and ensure smooth transitions to customer s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $173K *

Unlock the potential of our consent and preference management platform by leading product strategy, development, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive enhancements and ensure compliance while opti...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $214K *

Join as a Senior Consultant to drive FinTech distribution, connecting advisors, RIAs, and technology partners. Evaluate market needs, implement scalable solutions, and enhance advisor experiences whil...

Columbus, OHRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$182K - $208K *

Join a team that's driving statistical leadership in clinical development. Lead biostatistical efforts for Phase I-IV trials, ensuring quality deliverables and collaboration across functions in a dyna...

Menlo Park, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing health, safety, and compliance across a regional network. Lead a team of professionals, ensuring safety standards are upheld, risks are mitigated, and a cultu...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a toxicologist do?question toggle

    A toxicologist studies the effects of chemicals, drugs, and other substances on living organisms and the environment. The work can include laboratory research, safety assessment, exposure evaluation, risk analysis, and regulatory support.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for toxicologist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but many positions ask for a degree in toxicology or a related field such as pharmacology, biology, or chemistry. Advanced research and leadership roles may prefer a graduate degree, along with relevant experience and skills in study design, data interpretation, and scientific communication.

  • Which industries hire toxicologists?question toggle

    Toxicologists work in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, environmental consulting, government and public health, consumer products, forensic science, and other industries that assess the safety or effects of substances.

  • What are common toxicologist job titles?question toggle

    Common titles include toxicologist, toxicology scientist, senior toxicologist, clinical toxicologist, regulatory toxicology lead, safety assessment director, and forensic toxicologist.

  • Can toxicologists find jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Some experienced, specialized, and leadership toxicology roles may pay $100,000 or more, depending on the employer, location, credentials, and responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional jobs in this compensation range.