Associate Director, Toxicology

Associate Director, Toxicology
Warrington | Site-Based

Talentmark is supporting a leading scientific services organisation in the search for 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 support in the delivery of forensic toxicology services to the UK Criminal Justice System, and-oversee 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:

• Leading and developing multidisciplinary toxicology teams.
• Supporting strategic planning, operational delivery and business growth.
• Driving quality and compliance in line with international standards.
• Managing technical projects, budgets and performance KPIs.
• Building strong relationships with customers, regulatory bodies and external stakeholders.
• Supporting the implementation of new technologies and process improvements.
• Contributing to the delivery of high-quality forensic toxicology services in support of criminal investigations.
• Working closely with quality and compliance teams to maintain robust QA and QC systems.
• Representing the toxicology function at senior leadership and performance review meetings.

Your Background:

• Significant experience and track record within a technical, highly regulated environment such as toxicology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, clinical trials or scientific services.
• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Degree in Toxicology or a related scientific discipline.
• Knowledge of international quality systems and regulatory standards.
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.

This is a full-time, site-based role in Warrington offering the opportunity to play a key role in a growing and impactful scientific organisation.

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It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (Apply online only) in all correspondence.

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