Senior Efficacy Scientist, Biocides (f/m/d)

Knoell; Mannheim; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working policy

Personal and professional development opportunities

Work-life balance support

Remote‑first company

Part‑time on request

Work‑life balance

Employee referral program

Job summary

A leading regulatory services company in Mannheim is seeking a candidate to develop and oversee efficacy testing strategies for biocidal products. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in efficacy testing and strong knowledge of relevant regulations. This role offers flexible working conditions and opportunities for personal and professional development in a supportive environment. Applicants should have a degree in Microbiology and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in efficacy testing, biocides, or similar field.
• Knowledge of Biocidal Products Regulation and test methods.
• Experience in scientific and regulatory projects.
• Hands-on experience with IUCLID, including the preparation of study summaries and regulatory documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Fluent English (written and spoken); additional languages are an advantage.
• Experience in project coordination or leading internal task forces, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee efficacy testing strategies.
• Support clients with scientific and regulatory questions.
• Manage biocides projects from initiation to completion.
• Collaborate with internal scientists and regulatory experts to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Represent knoell at events and meetings, supporting training and business development.
• Manage biocides projects from initiation to completion, coordinating with clients and authorities.

Skills

Efficacy testing

Project coordination

IUCLID expertise

Fluent English

Microsoft Office

MS Office

English (fluent)

Education

Degree in Microbiology or related discipline

Tools

IUCLID

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Regulatory Services.

knoell is one of the leading global service providers in regulatory registration, clinical development, and product development support. As a family-owned business, we take pride in our commitment to the highest standards and believe that people are at the heart of our success. With our team of scientific and regulatory experts and an extensive network of partners, we ensure reliable solutions that address our clients' global business needs right from the start.

At knoell, we are guided by our core values of commitment, reliability, excellence and diversity. Are you someone who thrives in a collaborative environment? Do you take pride in delivering high-quality results and upholding excellence in everything you do? At knoell, we are passionate about embracing diverse perspectives, knowing that this fuels innovation and strengthens our impact. If you're ready to be part of a team that values these principles, we want to hear from you!

Think Globally. Act Locally.

Please note: We are only able to hire candidates based in European countries where we have offices and an established presence, including Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Greece, and Croatia.

YOUR ROLE

• Develop, plan, and oversee efficacy testing strategies for active substances, biocidal products, and biocidal product families in line with current regulatory guidance.
• Apply and share strong IUCLID expertise, including the preparation of robust study summaries and contribution to efficacy and resistance sections of regulatory dossiers.
• Support clients with scientific and regulatory questions related to efficacy requirements, study design, and interactions with regulatory authorities.
• Collaborate closely with internal scientific and regulatory experts, acting as a key interface to ensure integrated and high‑quality project delivery.
• Represent and promote the company at industry events, conferences, and client meetings by demonstrating efficacy expertise and supporting training and business development activities.
• Manage biocides projects from initiation to completion, coordinating communication between clients, internal teams, and regulatory authorities to ensure timely and successful outcomes.

YOUR PROFILE

• A degree in Microbiology or a closely related scientific discipline.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in efficacy testing, biocides, or a related regulatory or scientific field.
• Strong knowledge of the Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR), relevant efficacy guidance, and efficacy test methods (e.g. CEN standards).
• Hands‑on experience with IUCLID, including the preparation of study summaries and regulatory documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Fluent English (written and spoken); additional languages are an advantage.
• Experience in project coordination or leading internal task forces, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Work in a dynamic family‑owned business environment with an international team in which new ideas, creative approaches, and collaboration are valued.
• You will have the opportunity to work with market leaders in our industry.
• Development is core, and at knoell we offer various opportunities to support your personal, leadership and technical development, including English language courses to help you effectively communicate in our business language.
• knoell offers a flexible working policy and is a remote‑first company, where you have the flexibility to work from home, at our headquarters in Mannheim or at one of our local offices based in your location.
• Part‑time work options are generally supported on request subject to meeting business requirements.
• It is important to us that you have both a career and personal life – we celebrate the work‑life balance of our colleagues.
• At knoell we have a global employee referral program as part of the recruitment process where you can actively participate and get rewarded for referring talent to knoell.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us [e-mail]. If you're looking to join a global leader in regulatory and clinical services, where you can make a real impact and contribute to a team that values your contributions, then knoell is the place for you.

We look forward to receiving your application!