Senior Scientist Toxicology

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Support the development and refinement of tobacco and nicotine product toxicological risk assessments by conducting and reviewing toxicological evaluations of new ingredient, technologies and materials.
• Conduct toxicology evaluations to support the development of product stewardship packages for our US related products and processes encompassing the assessment of ingredients, materials and manufacturing practices.
• Support the implementation of defined program areas or tools to harmonize approaches between categories and streamline the assessment of different ingredients, contributing scientific insights that help shape evaluation methodologies and inform broader toxicological strategies.
• Collaborate with the Global Toxicology team building effective working relationships and maintaining them to ensure partnership across common processes and technical knowledge exchange.
• Liaise between US-based Toxicology and US-based Life Sciences providing toxicological context and promoting collaboration at all stages of the product stewardship process providing input for science requirements.
• Liaise between US-based Toxicology and Submissions teams as SME providing scientific input and narrative drafting for toxicology portions of submissions (PMTAs, MRTPAs, Deficiency Responses, etc.)
• Maintain strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders across diverse disciplines and contexts (e.g., Global Life Sciences, Law and External Affairs, Product Development, Consumer Marketing, Product Services, Manufacturing Operations)
• Assist in product and process-related regulatory activities by contributing toxicological evaluations and documentation, supporting the preparation of regulatory submissions and ensuring alignment with internal scientific standards and applicable regulatory requirements. 

What are we looking for? 

• BS in Chemistry, Biology, Toxicology or related discipline with 3-5 years of relevant work experience conducting human safety assessments of consumer products (e.g. tobacco/nicotine, food, cosmetic, household products), medical devices, pharmaceuticals or chemicals OR a MSc/PhD in Toxicology, Pharmacology or related discipline with 1-2 years of industry experience conducting human safety assessments of consumer products (e.g. tobacco/nicotine, food, cosmetic, household products), medical devices, pharmaceuticals or chemicals.
• DABT certification preferred.
• Strong business and/or technical writing skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated capacity to quickly accumulate and apply broad, cross-functional business knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to manage and execute multiple projects often under heightened time constraints
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Benefit Information

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
  • Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent
  • Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not
• Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
• Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan
• Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year
• Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents
• Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan support
• Dependent Scholarship Programs
• Free confidential personal financial counselling service
• On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations
• A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
• Health-care concierge service
• Volunteer service opportunities
• Extensive training opportunities
• Company vehicle for eligible employees
• Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees
• Paid Leave:
  • Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days)
  • Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).
  • Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)
  • Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity
  • Funeral Leave
  • Short-Term Disability Leave
  • Long-Term Disability Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Released Time for Children’s Education
  • Community Outreach Leave
  • Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law

• Your journey with us is not limited by boundaries; it is propelled by your aspirations. Join us at Reynolds American and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression is not just a statement – it is a reality, we are eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You will have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
• We prioritize continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!

Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email atwppgeneral@RJRT.com.