At Lee Watson, PhD, Dabt
About At Lee Watson, PhD, Dabt
Lee Watson, PhD, Dabt, is a Toxicology Study Director with extensive experience in toxicology research and education. He has held positions at various institutions, including Integrated Laboratory Systems, LLC, and the National Toxicology Program.
Current Role at Inotiv
Lee Watson serves as a Toxicology Study Director at Inotiv, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing toxicology studies and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. His work contributes to advancing research in toxicology and environmental health within the organization, which is located in Research Triangle Park, NC.
Previous Experience at Integrated Laboratory Systems, LLC
Prior to his current role at Inotiv, Lee Watson worked at Integrated Laboratory Systems, LLC (ILS). He began as an Associate Study Director from 2020 to 2021, where he supported various toxicology studies. He then advanced to the position of Toxicology Study Director in 2021, continuing his work in Research Triangle Park, NC. His experience at ILS provided him with a solid foundation in study design and execution.
Educational Background in Toxicology
Lee Watson earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Toxicology from North Carolina State University, completing his studies from 2011 to 2017. This advanced education equipped him with in-depth knowledge and research skills in toxicological science. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he studied from 2005 to 2009.
Research Experience at National Toxicology Program
Lee Watson was a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the National Toxicology Program, part of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), from 2018 to 2020. During this time, he engaged in research focused on toxicological assessments, contributing to the understanding of environmental health risks. His fellowship provided him with valuable experience in a prominent research setting.
Teaching and Research at North Carolina State University
Before his postdoctoral fellowship, Lee Watson worked as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant at North Carolina State University from 2011 to 2017. In this role, he supported both teaching and research activities, gaining experience in academic instruction and research methodologies. This position helped him develop skills that are applicable to his current work in toxicology.