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Research Scientist - Safety Assessment Toxicology

Location: Laval, Quebec, CA, H7V 4B3

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well‑being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Overview

As an experiencedResearch Scientist for our Safety Assessment Toxicology team located in Laval, you will be overseeing study conduct of preclinical efficacy and/or toxicology studies. Multidisciplined expertise and oversight of client projects with varied dose routes, durations and complexities, the role expands to include scientific leadership in standard and non-standard preclinical models, technical oversight of studies, project management, and client interaction/collaboration. Your success will ensure the smooth running of our research, as well as the integrity of our pre-clinical studies.

In this role, primary responsibilities include:

- Design and oversee with prospective and current clients program strategies and support commercial groups in the preparation of statement of work;
- Function as an independent Study Director in accordance with the applicable Good Laboratory Practice regulations (GLPs);
- Designs, writes, reviews and edits, as necessary, Study Plans, amendments and study schedules that define and schedule all study activities;




- Oversees and coordinates all aspects of study procedures, whether performed within the department or by service departments;
- Ensures that projects are performed according to Standard Operating Procedures and Good Laboratory Practice regulations and is aware of appropriate regulations, guidelines and guidances;
- Writes, reviews, and edits, as necessary, draft or final reports that document all study related procedures and results;
- Prompt verbal or written communication with Sponsors on study related business;
- Oversees and coordinates study conduct (Study Plan development, technical guidance, and reporting);
- Works on programs of moderate to difficult complexity;
- Involvement in design, development and/or performance of new procedures;
- May prepare abstracts for scientific publication;
- Presents collaborative or independent research internally or externally;
- Provides technical and scientific guidance to research staff;
- Functions as departmental representative for interdepartmental communications and initiatives as required.

We are looking for the followingminimum qualifications for this role:

- Doctorate in health‑science related disciplines;
- At least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a preclinical environment as a scientist/researcher;




- At least 1 year of relevant experience in industry;
- Valuable interpersonal and communication skills;
- Strong problem‑solving skills;
- Strong organizational skills.

Role Specific Information:

- Transportation: Free parking. Near the Montmorency Subway. Electric vehicle charging station;
- Annual bonus based on performance;
- Schedule: Daytime Monday to Friday;
- Hybrid position – Half on-site & half remote (subject to change depending on the business needs);
- Permanent position as of the hiring, full‑time 37.5hrs per week.
- Salary: The hiring range for this position is $73,000 to $99,000 per year. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications and location.

Why Charles River?

- We offer competitive benefits and advantages from day one to support your well‑being;
- Employee and family assistance program;
- Excellent welcome program for new employees as well as in‑house advancement and career development opportunities;
- Access to a doctor and various health professionals (telemedicine);
- 4 weeks’ Vacation & 10 Personal day policy;
- Many social activities

About Safety Assessment
Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state‑of‑the‑art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges

📌 Research Scientist (Laval)
🏢 Charles River Laboratories
📍 Laval