Senior Director of Toxicology and Pathology

Find out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now. Edinburgh Permanent opportunity We are working with a multinational company in the recruitment for a Senior 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 the Site 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 a CRO or Biotech environment 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 growth and global progression opportunities. Well-being support and a collaborative, innovative site culture. xehkeey On this occasion, LiCa Scientific is acting as an employment agency.