BAT is evolving at pace 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!
British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for a JUNIOR TOXICOLOGIST in Southampton.
What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?
The purpose of the role is to direct and deliver toxicological ingredient and material evaluations in accordance with guidelines from the Product Stewardship Council (PSC) in line with the R&D Policy Framework, Corporate Positions, and specific legislation for our product categories. To be an integral member of the team delivering innovations to market.
Your key responsibilities will include
- To recommend and guide the project teams on the toxicology evaluations, tests and design needed to build the data packages for the individual product launches.
- Project manage the delivery of the toxicological data for risk assessment purposes, including conducting quantitative risk assessments, and risk profiling for application in formal project management. Authors and delivers GR&D reports and presentations when necessary.
- Responsible to articulate and drive defined program areas or tools that can deliver a common approach between categories that will aid the efficiency and treatment of different ingredient types or methods e.g., Naturals, Skin Sensitizers etc.
- Identify and suggest where new approaches can be applied and suggest changes to operating and stakeholder management procedures for subsequent approval.
- Apply appropriate solutions or approaches to identify and resolve problems based on an understanding and experience of biology, toxicology, or chemistry.
- Budget – inform forecast, manage project budgets, and adhere to financial process and controls.
Can this be your future role?
- Do you have knowledge of fundamental human health risk assessment approaches?
- Have you worked in FMCG companies previously?
- Do you have experience reading a critiquing scientific literature?
What are we looking for
Experience required
- Relevant science background equivalent to a degree level qualification with good understanding of the principles of Toxicology. Ideally demonstrated technical background in toxicology test packages, particularly risk assessment
- Awareness of technical developments in toxicology & regulations (tobacco & consumer goods)
- Demonstrable a positive attitude along with a drive to succeed and flexibility in adapting to new tasks and changing priorities.
- Proficient computing skills to facilitate use of in-house database and skilled user of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Understanding of product regulations in tobacco or cosmetics, consumer goods, food, food packaging, pharmaceuticals, etc.), with basic knowledge of the contents and design of conventional tobacco and nicotine products
- Previous experience in some aspect of applied science, risk assessment, or product stewardship
- Good attention to detail with a keen problem-solving attitude to enable the delivery of thorough and robust risk assessments.
- Awareness of tobacco product emissions chemistry (e.g., T/N/CO deliveries, TobReg9, Hoffmann analysis, smoking regimes) with good communication, organisational, and planning skills, and ability work both as a team member and independently.
- May be a member of a relevant professional body, such as the British Toxicology Society
Technical functional leadership skills required
- Fundamental toxicological approaches
- Clear communication
- Time management
- Pro-active engagement
- Data interrogation
- Inquisitive mindset
Education, qualifications and certifications required
Beneficial
- MSc in Toxicology (or another relevant subject) advantageous but not essential.
What we offer you
- We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
- Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
- Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
- You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
- We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
Why join BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.
