Associate Director, Toxicology
Warrington | Site-Based
Talentmark is partnering with a leading scientific services organisation to appoint an Associate Director, Toxicology to lead and develop a high-performing toxicology function within a highly regulated environment.
This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced toxicology professional with a strong operational and strategic background. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing toxicology operations, quality, R&D, and continuous improvement initiatives, while helping shape the future direction of the function through innovation, automation, and technology-driven efficiencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary toxicology teams.
- Support strategic planning, operational delivery, and business growth initiatives.
- Drive quality and compliance in line with international standards and regulatory requirements.
- Manage technical projects, departmental budgets, and operational KPIs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, regulatory authorities, and external stakeholders.
- Support the implementation of new technologies, automation, and process improvements.
- Work closely with quality and compliance teams to maintain robust QA and QC systems.
- Represent the toxicology function within senior leadership and performance review meetings.
Your Background
- Significant experience within a technical, highly regulated environment such as toxicology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, clinical trials, or scientific services.
- Proven leadership and people management experience.
- Degree-qualified in Toxicology or a related scientific discipline.
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of trace chemical analyses.
- Strong understanding of quality systems and regulatory standards.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
The Opportunity
This is a full-time, site-based position offering the opportunity to join a growing and impactful scientific organisation where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a critical technical function.
Apply:
It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 188 173 in all correspondence.
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