Senior Ecotoxicologist

3 months ago


Derby, United Kingdom Labcorp Full time

Do you want to use your extensive experience in Aquatic and or Terrestrial Ecotoxicology in an exciting new role where you can lead a team to drive new business?

Will you lead and deliver the best possible service to our clients and stakeholders?

Are you able to influence others and effect positive change within a global organization?

At our site in Shardlow, Derbyshire we are looking to recruit a Senior Ecotoxicologist within the Aquatic and Terrestrial team.

The Senior Ecotoxicologist is responsible for leading the team of Study Directors to deliver high quality services in support of Ecotoxicology and Terrestrial studies to execute strategy for growth and continuous improvement.  The Senior Ecotoxicologist also ensures all processes are carried out according to the relevant regulatory standards, and are conducted in an efficient and financially effective manner.

Job Responsibilities will include:

  • To initiate, direct, monitor and review all work within the department

  • To expedite all works to agreed client/company timelines

  • To provide advice and guidance on the scientific, technical and regulatory conduct of studies as well as for the interpretation, documentation and reporting of results. Close and regular liaison with the client is of primary importance and will include client visits and attendance of conferences

  • To direct the continuous improvement in the quality of work, reporting and presentation

  • To ensure that the training requirements are met

  • To be familiar with current developments in the technical and regulatory aspects of Ecotoxicology

  • To pursue new technologies, applications of potential benefit to the department and to act as key SME providing clients with advice and guidance on all aspects of Ecotoxicology

What Labcorp can offer you:

  • Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and contributory pension

  • Ability to work with a variety of different clients on wide ranging projects.

  • Flexible working and career development opportunities

  • Opportunity to work in a rapidly expanding department

Skills and experience

  • Full understanding of the regulatory requirements and the scientific techniques of Aquatic and or Terrestrial Ecotoxicology studies required

  • Extensive experience of client management and technical expertise in the relevant business line

  • Previous experience in a Study Director role or equivalent  would be useful but not essential

  • PhD or equivalent, or MSc/BSc degree in an appropriate scientific discipline

  • Experience of a range of techniques/approaches relevant to the department and/or unique expertise for a specific scientific service

  • Experience in coaching, mentoring and supervision

  • Skilled data interpretation and report writing experience

Interested? Then apply today to join Labcorp and help us achieve our mission â to be the best company to work with and the best company to work for

Relocation assistance may be available for this role

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