Veterinary Pathologist at BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany

European Society of Veterinary Pathology; Ludwigshafen am Rhein; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

BASF SE in Ludwigshafen, Germany, seeks a Veterinary Pathologist to lead the study pathology for mechanistic and regulatory studies within the Toxicology and Ecotoxicology unit. You will ensure accurate interpretation of pathology data following GLP, ISO, and INHAND nomenclature, and provide immunohistochemistry and molecular pathology expertise.

You will supervise necropsies, advance new methods, and contribute to publications while upholding high safety and quality standards.

Qualifikationen

• PhD or equivalent in veterinary medicine is required.
• Board certification by ECVP or DACVP is required or equivalent.
• Substantial experience in toxicologic or investigative pathology preferred.
• Excellent English communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead pathology studies in mechanistic and regulatory projects.
• Ensure study data are evaluated per GLP, ISO, and INHAND guidelines.
• Provide expertise in immunohistochemistry, digital pathology, and molecular pathology.
• Supervise necropsies and histopathology across various species.
• Contribute to method development, publications, and scientific communication.

Kenntnisse

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Ausbildung

PhD or equivalent in veterinary medicine

Board certification by ECVP or DACVP

Jobbeschreibung

Veterinary Pathologist at BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany

BASF SE

Veterinary Pathologist at BASF SE

Our Bioscience Research Division works on innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers in sectors, such as the agricultural sector or food industry. Our goal is to improve the quality of life and protect the environment through bioscience. Our creative and diverse team embodies mutual respect and develops market-driven innovations, which make our customers successful.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The main working area of our pathology unit within the department of Toxicology and Ecotoxicology is the whole pathology technique from necropsy to histopathological assessment of tissues from animal studies. Join our team and be the study pathologist for all types of mechanistic and regulatory studies.

You ensure scientific evaluation and interpretation of pathology data by concurrent adherence to international regulatory guidelines, INHAND nomenclature as well as GLP and ISO principles.
Besides, you will provide scientific and technical expertise in immunohistochemistry techniques, digital pathology and associated molecular pathology applications.
You will participate in the scientific development and establishing of new methods and contribute to publication and communication whenever possible.
Furthermore, you will supervise necropsies and perform histopathological examinations on a wide variety of laboratory species.
You will ensure that work performed is in accordance with the requirements of the study plan and in full compliance with GLP as well as ISO.
Last but not least, you will strive continuously for improvement of criteria for efficiency, quality, and safety.
QUALIFICATIONS
PhD or equivalent in veterinary medicine and additional certified qualification in veterinary pathology
board certification by the European or the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (DECVP or DACVP) or equivalent
ideally substantial expertise in toxicologic or investigative pathology from a contract research organization or pharmaceutical industry
knowledge of basic toxicology, laboratory animal science and animal welfare
excellent oral and written communication skills in English
high level of interpersonal skills, such as strong leadership and management skills.
Contact person: Lisa Nabra, [e-mail] , Tel.:[phone]