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Posted: 14-Dec-24
Location: Harrogate, United Kingdom
Type: Full-time
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Internal Number: 2447530
Are you looking for your next opportunity to work with a successful scientific team within an expanding global company?
Do you have proven technical experience and in-depth knowledge within Genetic Toxicology?
Do you want to work for a world class leading company who work together to build a Healthier and Safer world?
Our talented people make all the difference in our fast-paced and challenging work environment. We gather the top minds in the field and encourage a collaborative work culture to empower our medical leaders and help advance our vision of a healthier future.
Labcorp is looking for an Associate Director to focus on the department scientific strategy for the Global Genetic Toxicology team. The successful candidate will represent Genetic Toxicology as a subject matter expert internally, and with clients or regulators, and provide strategic direction for the group based on client and market trends.
This role can be based at either our Harrogate, North Yorkshire or Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire sites.
As an Associate Director your main responsibilities will be:
To provide direction to the global Genetic Toxicology team responsible for the technical and scientific conduct of genetic toxicology studies with a focus on scientific integrity, current regulatory scientific practice and high standards of quality.
Initiate, plan and implement cohesive scientific development programs. Develop department capabilities and resources to meet both present and future needs.
Provide leadership and scientific training/mentoring for staff working in the operational areas, support areas, Scientists and Study Directors.
Some Study Direction may be required.
Lead scientific global harmonisation initiatives within Genetic Toxicology.
Support the Genetic Toxicology triage process by providing scientific input and guidance for new client enquiries. Expected to have a broad understanding of Genetic Toxicology and Labcorp capabilities.
Support client-facing staff by providing advice on complex Genetic Toxicology issues.
Participate and promote Genetic Toxicology at scientific meetings. Publish and or present research or study findings. Attain peer recognition of expertise through scientific contributions in the field.
Provide leadership for research programs. Reviews and makes recommendations on research proposals for scientific feasibility, opportunity and cost benefit perspectives.
Work closely with clients and the Labcorp commercial team to support commercial growth and ensure client specific projects, targets and interests are catered for within Genetic Toxicology.
Hosts/attends client visits as appropriate.
Lead scientific discussions with prospective clients, enabling the client to achieve a sound scientific approach to testing in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Interact and drive teamwork with other departments on matters affecting Genetic Toxicology.
Travel may be required to other Genetic Toxicology sites, scientific meetings/ conferences and to our client's locations.
What Labcorp can offer you:
Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health cover and contributory pension
Unrivalled opportunities to develop a successful career in the scientific industry
Unsurpassed career development opportunities. With the support of exceptional people from across the globe and an energized purpose, you will be empowered to own your career journey with mentoring, training and personalized development planning
Ability to work with a variety of different people and clients on wide- ranging projects
Skills and Experience:
Master?s degree or PhD with applicable experience.
Experience of study direction and leadership. Strong scientific background, familiarity and expertise with current scientific issues in Genetic Toxicology.
Experience of client management skills and technical expertise in the relevant business line with external profile in the field of Genetic Toxicology.
Excellent knowledge, understanding and demonstrated previous experience of GLP, its application in Genetic Toxicology as well as current regulatory awareness.
Excellent attention to detail, knowledge of methods and complex interpretation of scientific data.
Excellent communication (verbal and written), teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Skilled in performing scientific presentations and preparing scientific publications.
Leads by example to demonstrate Labcorp core values; motivates by example through work ethic, integrity, commitment to quality and personal conduct.
Takes ownership of all aspects of work and is accountable for action in all relevant areas.
Consistently demonstrates a high level of self-management and professionalism and displays confidence and competence in all forms of written and verbal communication.
Demonstrates ability to effectively manage change.
Ability to challenge traditional thinking and assumptions; leads in finding new solutions and drives new approaches.
Relocation assistance may be available for this role
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
We encourage all to apply
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