About the role
Toxicologists are experts in studying the effects of chemicals on humans, animals, and the environment. They often work within the pharmaceutical industry, public authorities, or research institutions. A toxicologist usually has a higher education in biology, pharmacy, or a similar natural science discipline.Responsibilities
Toxicologists evaluate and analyze the risks and safety of toxic substances. They conduct experiments and studies to assess exposure risks and contribute to the development of safety protocols. Their work is essential for establishing threshold values and for providing recommendations for the handling of hazardous substances.Skills and tools
Toxicologists need strong analytical skills and knowledge in statistics and data analysis. They use laboratory equipment and computer simulation programs to model toxic processes. Communication skills are also important in order to convey complex information to different audiences. Common competencies demanded by employers are toxikologi, farmakologi and livsmedel.