Senior Director Toxicology and Pathology
Senior Director Toxicology and Pathology role at Charles River Laboratories
Location: Tranent, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. This is a full-time, permanent role reporting to the General Manager. You will join the Site Leadership Team of the Edinburgh site and lead a team of over 70 toxicology and pathology professionals across General Toxicology, Safety Pharmacology, Inhalation, Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology, and In Vitro Toxicology, responsible for study management and reporting of safety assessment studies for Charles River.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly experienced toxicologist or pathologist seeking their next step in management and to lead the development and implementation of strategic and tactical plans for the division.
Overview / Opportunity
Utilize a deep understanding of highly regulated safety assessment studies within the pharmaceutical industry to anticipate, shape and respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.
Responsibilities
* Set the scientific direction and standards of the division; meet with clients, represent the company at scientific meetings or industry working parties; liaise with peers at other global Charles River sites.
* Provide independent scientific guidance to suggest fresh approaches and improvements at the Edinburgh facility and with global colleagues.
* Act as the Edinburgh Leadership Team representative for Toxicology and Pathology; line manager for Directors and other managers in the Toxicology and Pathology Groups; collaborate on recruitment, expenditure proposals, and approval of sales plans and expense claims.
* Liaise with the Edinburgh Senior Leadership Team to ensure consistent decision-making and coordinated activities across the Edinburgh site.
* Oversee testing facility management duties as delegated by the General Manager for Edinburgh toxicology and pathology operations.
* Plan and implement sales and marketing activity for the Toxicology and Pathology Groups and review regularly to ensure alignment with divisional and corporate objectives.
* Assist the General Manager and Finance Director in reviewing and deciding budgets for the Toxicology Group; monitor performance against targets.
* Ensure conduct and completion of studies to a high-quality standard using sound scientific methods and proper control procedures.
* Optimize staff and resource use within the groups; ensure staff are motivated, productive, and deliver high-quality work while prioritizing customer care.
* Prepare long-range plans for the Toxicology and Pathology Groups and determine future activity areas.
* Maintain constructive relationships within the Toxicology and Pathology Groups and with related departments and divisions within Safety Assessment.
* As a Leadership Team member, contribute to the overall management and ongoing success of the site.
Qualifications / Profile
* Graduate with a higher degree; a relevant qualification in toxicology or pathology is highly desirable.
* Proven commitment to professional development; professional memberships and certifications in toxicology, pathology, and/or management are highly desired.
* Extensive experience in regulatory safety assessment within the pharmaceutical and/or agrochemical sectors; ability to understand customers’ needs and influence others to deliver excellent execution.
Skills And Experience
* Higher degree in a relevant discipline (toxicology or pathology).
* Significant industrial experience in safety assessment studies (toxicology or pathology); CRO/biotech experience preferred.
* Demonstrated line management experience, especially within a matrix of different scientific disciplines; experience managing managers is essential.
* Proven business and commercial acumen with experience liaising with clients and other stakeholders.
About Charles River Safety Assessment
Charles River is committed to helping partners expedite preclinical drug development with safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and regulatory guidance. Our team designs and executes programs that anticipate challenges and support a smooth journey to market.
About Charles River
Charles River is a global early-stage contract research organization (CRO) providing a broad portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, GLP and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. We also provide products and services for clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities, enabling flexible drug development and reducing costs while increasing speed to market.
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