Senior Director of Toxicology and Pathology

Edinburgh

Permanent opportunity

We are working with a multinational company in the recruitment for aSenior Director of Toxicology and Pathology.

This is a high-impact leadership role which will work on improving global health and bringing life-changing medicines to market.

You will join theSite Leadership Team, taking the helm of a multi-disciplinary function of over 70 professionals. This is a role for a strategic thinker who can bridge the gap between complex science and commercial excellence.

What youll do:

As Senior Director, you will be the scientific and strategic figurehead for the Toxicology and Pathology divisions. You will lead a team of experienced managers across disciplines including General Toxicology, Safety Pharmacology, Inhalation, DART, and In Vitro Toxicology. Your responsibilities will include:

Strategic Leadership:Developing and implementing the tactical and long-range plans for the division, ensuring alignment with global corporate objectives.

Scientific Standard-Setting:Establishing the scientific direction for the site, representing the company at international meetings, and liaising with global peers across the broader company network.

Operational Management:Serving as a key member of the Edinburgh Leadership Team, overseeing recruitment, expenditure, and sales plans, while ensuring consistent decision-making across the site.

Client Advocacy:Acting as a high-level point of contact for clients, ensuring \"Customer Care\" is the top priority and that all safety assessment studies meet the highest quality standards.

People Development:Mentoring and managing a team of Directors and Managers, fostering a motivated culture where staff produce high-quality work and achieve genuine job satisfaction.

Commercial Oversight:Collaborating with the Finance Director to manage departmental budgets and monitor performance against challenging yet realistic targets.

Your background:

We are looking for an expert in the field with a track record of leading large, complex teams within a highly regulated environment.

Educational Foundation:A graduate with a higher degree (MSc/PhD) in a relevant discipline. Higher qualifications or certifications in Toxicology or Pathology are highly desirable.

Industry Expertise:Significant experience in regulatory safety assessment within the pharmaceutical or agrochemical sectors. Previous experience in aCRO or Biotechenvironment is strongly preferred.

Leadership Track Record:Demonstrable experience in line management, specifically managing other managers and leading matrix functions across different scientific disciplines.

Commercial Acumen:A proven ability to network with stakeholders, influence others, and understand the commercial drivers of the safety assessment industry.

Visionary Mindset:The independence of thought required to suggest fresh approaches and drive continuous improvement at both a local and global level.

If you are a senior professional looking to shape the future of a global leader, this company provides an environment for this, where your expertise directly impacts human health and wellbeing.

In return for your leadership, they offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.

Private medical insurance(with options to add family members).

Generous pension contribution and Life Assurance.

Significant investment in your personal career growthand global progression opportunities.

Well-being supportand a collaborative, innovative site culture. xbpsjku

On this occasion, LiCa Scientific is acting as an employment agency.