Primarily responsible for managing research programs focusing on safety assessment, alternative methods (i.e., in vitro testing), and scientific outreach to external scientists in academics, government, and trade associations to influence policy and gain greater acceptance of biotechnology in general and Pioneer/DuPont products. Heavily involved in designing and conducting Good Laboratory Practice toxicology studies, their interpretation, and publication in peer reviewed literature.

Primary role was evaluation of the safety and efficacy of food ingredients under consideration for development from concept to commercialization scale. Responsibilities included designing and monitoring toxicology and nutrition studies with contract research laboratories and university researchers and presentation and publication of results. Overall goal was to provide scientific support for GRAS evaluation and nutrition research support for health claims for food ingredients in all stages of… Show more Primary role was evaluation of the safety and efficacy of food ingredients under consideration for development from concept to commercialization scale. Responsibilities included designing and monitoring toxicology and nutrition studies with contract research laboratories and university researchers and presentation and publication of results. Overall goal was to provide scientific support for GRAS evaluation and nutrition research support for health claims for food ingredients in all stages of development. Also participated in situation management for food and feed ingredients for issues such as contaminants (allergens, acrylamide, pesticides, mycotoxins, pesticide residues, etc.). Show less

Post market surveillance for newly approved food additive (Olestra). Establishment of food allergy program to monitor safety and regulatory issues, monitor the occurrence of reported allergic reactions to company products, plant operation guidelines to minimize unintentional contamination, and regulatory labeling guidelines. Situation management for contaminants, labeling, and recalls, and representation of the company on numerous trade association panels.