About The Role

The GBA Group is an international life sciences service provider delivering analytical, logistical, and specialized solutions to the pharmaceutical, medical device, cosmetics, chemical, food, drinking water, and environmental industries.

Our success is built on the expertise, collaboration, and commitment of our people. We foster an inclusive and supportive environment where teamwork, continuous learning, and professional development go hand in hand. Whether you are an experienced specialist or an aspiring leader, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, broaden your expertise, and make a meaningful impact. Together, we drive scientific excellence and shape the future of life sciences.

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Responsibilities

You define the site's scientific strategy, provide toxicology leadership, and advise senior management on scientific and business opportunities.
You translate the scientific strategy into operational excellence while ensuring GxP, DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025, and regulatory compliance.
You ensure that SOPs, computerized systems, CAPA processes, and scientific integrity support compliant and high-quality study execution.
You collaborate with Quality, regulatory authorities, customers, and internal stakeholders to ensure scientific excellence and regulatory compliance.
You support customer relationships, business development, global collaboration, and the Preclinical Business Unit.
You lead, coach, and develop a team of Study Directors while fostering a high-performance culture.
You act as Deputy Test Facility Manager and ensure operational continuity during the Test Facility Manager's absence.

Requirements

You hold a degree in Toxicology and ideally possess ERT certification.
You have 10+ years of leadership experience, CRO toxicology expertise, and genetic toxicology knowledge.
You have in-depth knowledge of GxP, DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025, regulatory requirements, and quality management systems.
You demonstrate scientific writing, analytical thinking, strategic thinking, and scientific credibility.
You communicate confidently with customers, regulatory authorities, international stakeholders, and demonstrate excellent stakeholder management.
You are an inspiring leader with strong people management, organizational, and decision-making skills.
You are fluent in German (C2) and English ( at least B2) and are willing to travel for business purposes.

Benefits

You’ll become part of a highly motivated team within a dynamically growing corporate group.
In our forward-looking industry, you can expect challenging tasks, projects, and regular team events.
With us, you’ll have the opportunity to work from home a day per week.
We’ll credit your Givve Card with €40 each month and provide supplemental health insurance through the company.
You’ll benefit from “Corporate Benefits,” a portal offering various employee perks.
We also offer a 20% match to your company pension plan.