Draig Therapeutics
Director (Senior Director) Toxicology/Non Clinical Safety
Draig Therapeutics, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Director (Senior Director) Toxicology/Non Clinical Safety
Title: Director (Senior Director) Toxicology - Non Clinical Safety
Company: Draig Therapeutics
About Draig Therapeutics: Draig Therapeutics is an exciting, rapidly growing clinical‑stage biotech backed by a transformative $140 million Series A financing – one of the largest ever in neuropsychiatric drug development. We are pioneering innovative small‑molecule therapies aimed at fundamentally transforming the treatment landscape for depression and neurological disorders.
Why Join Draig: At Draig Therapeutics, you’ll join a science‑first, mission‑driven biotech that is redefining what a small, agile, and deeply collaborative organization can achieve. Backed by strong investors and propelled by a bold CNS discovery pipeline, Draig brings together world‑class scientists, a caring culture, and the energy of a company on an incredible growth trajectory. Here, innovation and speed aren’t just encouraged – they’re expected. You’ll partner closely across Discovery, Nonclinical, and Clinical Development, helping to shape programmes that have the potential to transform patient lives. This is an environment where your voice matters, your expertise has real impact, and your work directly influences how promising molecules move from concept into the clinic. At Draig, you won’t just contribute to groundbreaking science – you’ll help build a biotech with purpose, speed, and heart.
Responsibilities
Work with the project teams and the strategic toxicology consultant to develop the toxicology strategy and plan to meet the project requirements
Oversee outsourced preclinical toxicology studies at multiple external Contract Research Organizations (CRO)
Select appropriate CRO(s)
In partnership with others on the development team, design the strategy for assessing non‑clinical safety for development candidates, including giving strategic advice on timings
Design & execute investigative toxicology studies, based upon off‑ and on‑target safety profiles of the candidate drugs
Monitor toxicology studies for appropriate conduct, accuracy, and timely execution
Audit raw data for accuracy, review, and finalize reports in partnership with CROs as submission‑ready documents for regulatory authorities
Proactively respond to study issues and resolve problems with the CRO study director
Internal and external communication
Prepare verbal and written summaries for internal discussions
Review and/or author toxicology and/or safety pharmacology sections of various regulatory documents (e.g., pre‑IND briefing documents, INDs, IBs, etc.) and ensure their regulatory compliance
May represent the company at meetings with regulatory agencies
Present summary data to project teams and Draig senior leadership
Education and Experience
BS in toxicology, pharmacology, or related field
Significant experience in toxicology and small‑molecule drug development in the Biotech/Pharma industry
May have worked as a study director for a CRO
An in‑depth understanding of toxicology and/or toxicologic pathology with experience designing and critically evaluating results of exploratory and GLP‑compliant toxicology studies
Proven ability to communicate well within a multifunctional drug development team, with excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with staff at all levels
Adaptability Responds resourcefully, flexibly, and positively when faced with new challenges, transitions, and demands. Willingly and effectively deals with the stress and complexities of various situations. Moves forward productively and optimistically under circumstances of change and uncertainty.
Collaboration Embodies and promotes collaboration and works effectively with others across the organization to achieve goals. Demonstrates proficient cross‑company communication, cultural sensitivity, and partnership in interactions with others. Involves others in decisions and plans and credits them for their contributions and accomplishments.
Execution Drives execution of strategic and operating plans while maintaining operational effectiveness. Conveys a strong sense of urgency around continuous improvement, achieving high‑quality results, and accelerating business performance. Addresses problems directly and drives changes necessary to achieve business objectives.
Location: Metro Boston, USA; London, UK; and Cardiff, UK
TO ALL AGENCIES: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Draig about our openings. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Draig Therapeutics via email, the internet, or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Draig Therapeutics unless Draig engaged such search firms/employment agencies for this position and a valid agreement with Draig is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the Draig Tx agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.
Draig Therapeutics, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service, or any other class protected by state or federal law.
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Company: Draig Therapeutics
About Draig Therapeutics: Draig Therapeutics is an exciting, rapidly growing clinical‑stage biotech backed by a transformative $140 million Series A financing – one of the largest ever in neuropsychiatric drug development. We are pioneering innovative small‑molecule therapies aimed at fundamentally transforming the treatment landscape for depression and neurological disorders.
Why Join Draig: At Draig Therapeutics, you’ll join a science‑first, mission‑driven biotech that is redefining what a small, agile, and deeply collaborative organization can achieve. Backed by strong investors and propelled by a bold CNS discovery pipeline, Draig brings together world‑class scientists, a caring culture, and the energy of a company on an incredible growth trajectory. Here, innovation and speed aren’t just encouraged – they’re expected. You’ll partner closely across Discovery, Nonclinical, and Clinical Development, helping to shape programmes that have the potential to transform patient lives. This is an environment where your voice matters, your expertise has real impact, and your work directly influences how promising molecules move from concept into the clinic. At Draig, you won’t just contribute to groundbreaking science – you’ll help build a biotech with purpose, speed, and heart.
Responsibilities
Work with the project teams and the strategic toxicology consultant to develop the toxicology strategy and plan to meet the project requirements
Oversee outsourced preclinical toxicology studies at multiple external Contract Research Organizations (CRO)
Select appropriate CRO(s)
In partnership with others on the development team, design the strategy for assessing non‑clinical safety for development candidates, including giving strategic advice on timings
Design & execute investigative toxicology studies, based upon off‑ and on‑target safety profiles of the candidate drugs
Monitor toxicology studies for appropriate conduct, accuracy, and timely execution
Audit raw data for accuracy, review, and finalize reports in partnership with CROs as submission‑ready documents for regulatory authorities
Proactively respond to study issues and resolve problems with the CRO study director
Internal and external communication
Prepare verbal and written summaries for internal discussions
Review and/or author toxicology and/or safety pharmacology sections of various regulatory documents (e.g., pre‑IND briefing documents, INDs, IBs, etc.) and ensure their regulatory compliance
May represent the company at meetings with regulatory agencies
Present summary data to project teams and Draig senior leadership
Education and Experience
BS in toxicology, pharmacology, or related field
Significant experience in toxicology and small‑molecule drug development in the Biotech/Pharma industry
May have worked as a study director for a CRO
An in‑depth understanding of toxicology and/or toxicologic pathology with experience designing and critically evaluating results of exploratory and GLP‑compliant toxicology studies
Proven ability to communicate well within a multifunctional drug development team, with excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with staff at all levels
Adaptability Responds resourcefully, flexibly, and positively when faced with new challenges, transitions, and demands. Willingly and effectively deals with the stress and complexities of various situations. Moves forward productively and optimistically under circumstances of change and uncertainty.
Collaboration Embodies and promotes collaboration and works effectively with others across the organization to achieve goals. Demonstrates proficient cross‑company communication, cultural sensitivity, and partnership in interactions with others. Involves others in decisions and plans and credits them for their contributions and accomplishments.
Execution Drives execution of strategic and operating plans while maintaining operational effectiveness. Conveys a strong sense of urgency around continuous improvement, achieving high‑quality results, and accelerating business performance. Addresses problems directly and drives changes necessary to achieve business objectives.
Location: Metro Boston, USA; London, UK; and Cardiff, UK
TO ALL AGENCIES: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Draig about our openings. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Draig Therapeutics via email, the internet, or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Draig Therapeutics unless Draig engaged such search firms/employment agencies for this position and a valid agreement with Draig is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the Draig Tx agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.
Draig Therapeutics, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service, or any other class protected by state or federal law.
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