Director of Pathology

About the Role

About the Organization:

A globally recognised provider of biospecimen solutions and laboratory services is seeking a Director of Pathology. The organisation supports drug discovery and development through an extensive portfolio of high-quality biological materials and specialised lab capabilities. With a worldwide presence, its mission is to advance scientific innovation and enhance healthcare outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage an international team of pathologists.
• Expand and maintain professional networks within the global pathology community.
• Serve as Medical Director at a laboratory site in Germany.
• Improve and oversee pathology-related operational processes.
• Support assay development and validation efforts, including semi-quantitative and quantitative methods.
• Collaborate with project management, business development teams, and clients as a subject matter expert.
• Perform evaluation of specimens from clinical trials.
• Provide training to external pathologists in the interpretation and scoring of novel biomarkers.
• Contribute to publications and scientific posters in collaboration with clients and partners.

Qualifications:

• Full-time, on-site role.
• Board-certified in pathology (certification from Germany preferred).
• Additional qualifications in cytology are highly desirable.
• Background in hematopathology and/or genomics is a plus.
• Strong experience with predictive biomarkers, particularly in oncology and immunology.
• Expertise in IHC, multiplex immunofluorescence (mIF), FISH, and RNA in situ hybridisation, with the ability to support assay development and serve as a clinical trial reader.
• Familiarity with digital pathology and biomarker assessment via image analysis tools.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Strong team orientation and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to working within a GCLP-compliant environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

The organisation is dedicated to equitable and competitive compensation practices. Final compensation will reflect the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and professional experience, and will be part of a comprehensive and market-aligned total rewards package.