Are you looking to apply your scientific expertise to products that make a meaningful difference in healthcare worldwide? As a Junior Toxicologist (m/f/d) at Fresenius Kabi, you will support toxicological risk assessments for a broad portfolio of pharmaceutical and medical device products and work closely with international stakeholders in a highly regulated, science-driven environment.
Your Responsibilities
1. Perform toxicological assessments under the guidance of experienced toxicologists, including the evaluation of impurities, extractables and leachables (E&Ls), active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients
2. Prepare Maximum Daily Dose (MDD) memos and support the derivation and communication of toxicological limits to relevant stakeholders
3. Conduct and document Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationship (QSAR) evaluations in line with applicable requirements
4. Support the toxicological qualification of product deviations and contribute to scientific risk evaluations
5. Support chemical characterization activities as well as Biological Evaluation Plans (BEPs) and Biological Evaluation Reports (BERs) for medical devices
6. Contribute to Environmental Risk Assessments and provide scientific input to cross-functional projects
7. Support activities related to animal welfare topics and internal expert groups
Your Qualifications
8. Degree in veterinary medicine, pharmacy, chemistry, biochemistry or a comparable natural or life science discipline, complemented by a PhD
9. Optional: Master’s degree or additional qualification in toxicology
10. First experience or strong interest in toxicological risk assessment, pharmaceutical development, medical devices or regulatory toxicology
11. Basic understanding of scientific evaluation methods and willingness to develop expertise in areas such as E&Ls, APIs, excipients, QSAR and biological evaluation
12. Structured, precise and quality-oriented working style, with the ability to document scientific conclusions clearly
13. Strong communication skills and motivation to collaborate with international and cross-functional teams
14. Fluency in English; German language skills are an advantage
Ready to make an impact?
Help shape the future of healthcare with Fresenius Kabi — apply now via our career site.