Research Fellow, Medical Device Toxicologist

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better. Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future. The Research Fellow - Medical Device Toxicologist will provide cross functional Preclinical medical device expertise supporting internal and external stakeholders pertaining to biocompatibility and associated focus areas, for medical device development, product expansion and maintenance. The Research Fellow - Medical Device Toxicologist is responsible for professional, first-line impression of the department within and outside the company through effective interactions via written and oral communications. Responsibilities: Manage team responsible for medical device biocompatibility support Responsible for project strategies, risk assessments, biocompatibility evaluation plans and reports for medical devices Ensures that development and execution of nonclinical strategies are aligned with product development and life cycle management activities, and with key regulatory expectations and milestones Ensures that essential nonclinical data are obtained, and effectively presented for successful clinical development, regulatory and quality compliance, market launch, and maintenance of business Coaches and mentors junior staff Deep understanding of medical device relevant standards staying abreast of changes to applicable industry practice and guidance documents Implement new and revised standards into product development projects and/or assess impact on existing products as appropriate Authors and reviews department’s technical documents as needed Manage interactions with other functions (e.g., Product Development, Clinical Development, Analytical Chemistry, Regulatory, Quality, Compliance) Liaise with company international offices on nonclinical safety matters for country-specific submissions/registrations and maintenance of business activities Development and maintenance of department best practices and processes Requirements: Ph.D. in Toxicology or related discipline 12+ years of relevant Medical Device industry experience Experience managing a team DABT preferred Ophthalmic medical device experience a plus This position may be available in the following location(s): Remote All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting pay for this role is between $150,000.00 and $200,000.00. The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. They may also be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, a tuition reimbursement program (select degrees), company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive sick time, floating holidays and paid vacation. Job Applicants should be aware of job offer scams perpetrated through the use of the Internet and social media platforms. To learn more please read Bausch + Lomb's Job Offer Fraud Statement. Our Benefit Programs: Employee Benefits: Bausch + Lomb Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Apply To This Job