Executive Director, Toxicology
RecursionLondon, England, United Kingdom • Salt Lake City, Utah, United States • New York, New York, United States • Toronto, Ontario, Canada • Montreal, Quebec, Canada • Oxford, England, United Kingdom
Posted October 15, 2025
134200 - 172100 GBP year
Full Time
About the Company
Recursion is a clinical stage TechBio company focused on decoding biology to improve lives. Leveraging the Recursion OS platform, which generates one of the world's largest proprietary biological datasets, the company uses advanced machine-learning algorithms and massive experimental and computational scale to advance drug discovery in areas like rare diseases, immuno-oncology, and inflammation. Headquartered in Salt Lake City with offices globally, Recursion is driving innovation at the intersection of technology, biology, and chemistry.
Job Description
Recursion is seeking an Executive Director of Toxicology to lead a team focused on embedding data-driven decision-making into safety studies to accelerate mission-critical efforts. This role will guide internal and external collaboration, advocate for predictive models, and partner with data science and AI teams to revolutionize the field of drug discovery. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned leader with a strong background in preclinical drug discovery.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Toxicology, ERT, or DABT preferred.
- Experience leading interdisciplinary teams in preclinical drug discovery.
- Strong knowledge of preclinical drug discovery models and data synthesis.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Strong planning, time management, and organizational skills.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Annual bonus
- Equity compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package