Global Regulatory Toxicologist 

This is an exciting opportunity for a focused and collaborative candidate to join our highly motivated Research and Development Team.  Corteva is hiring a Global Regulatory Toxicologist within our Regulatory Toxicology team, in the Regulatory Sciences function. This position will be based on-site at the Corteva global headquarters in Indianapolis, IN. 

At Corteva Agriscience, we grow what matters by putting consumers and customers at the heart of everything we do. We recognize that safe and sustainable food is a priority of our consumers, and we're here to ensure those goals are met. As a Global Regulatory Toxicologist at Corteva, you will be an integral part of a growing, multidisciplinary team that is responsible for development, registration, and re-registration of new and existing crop protection products, covering conventional and biological solutions.

How will you help us grow? It matters to us, and it matters to you. 

As a member of our Corteva Regulatory Toxicology team, you will operate as a Global Regulatory Toxicology Subject Matter Expert (SME) to:  

Global Regulatory Toxicologist Role and Responsibilities  

• Work collaboratively and across teams (regulatory toxicology, mammalian toxicology, predictive safety) to lead the development of scientific strategies and deliver global toxicology programs. 

• Responsible for the design and interpretation of toxicology studies for Corteva active substances and end-use products in support of global regulatory submissions while ensuring the highest standards of scientific practice and animal welfare are met.    

• Provide expertise and support for incorporation of robust study summaries and expert positions into the toxicology portion of the registration dossier and author technical responses and Weight of Evidence assessments to regulatory agencies. 

• Act as a regulatory toxicology liaison with registration colleagues and technical experts across a wide range of disciplines within the company and national or international regulatory authorities. 

• Participate and represent Corteva as a technical expert on industry associations and working groups. 

• Additional opportunities for scientific growth within this collaborative, team-based role, include mentoring early career scientists, leading on cross-active ingredient projects, program management, innovative/alternative & mechanistic toxicity testing approaches. and communicating data to a wide variety of audiences. 

Requirements 

• A PhD in toxicology or related area

• At least 15 years of professional experience in toxicology

• A technical background and practical experience(s) in the following areas: general toxicology, endocrine biology, systems biology, new approach methodologies, genetics, and/or developmental and reproductive toxicology, is highly desirable for this position.   

The following skills are integral to the successful fulfillment of this position:  

• A diverse scientific background coupled with curiosity and critical thinking skills to deliver innovative toxicology strategies for new and existing products while understanding and applying crop protection regulatory frameworks and global requirements.  

• Application of project leadership skills to collaborate and coordinate multiple projects in a timely and effective manner. 

• Effective inter-personal skills and demonstrated teamwork abilities are key to this global role, to create and maintain collaborative and inclusive relationships, positively influence decision-making processes, while keeping teams engaged and motivated to deliver and develop. 

• Clear written and oral communication skills that allow dissemination of complex technical issues in a straightforward and concise manner, along with the ability to adapt this information to a variety of scientific and non-scientific audiences both internally and externally. 

• Keen interest in working in a dynamic, exciting industry and applying scientific information for protection of human health at highest standards. 

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Benefits - How We'll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits

• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

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