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Kedrion Biopharma is seeking an experienced Head of Biosafety to lead the Biosafety function at our Elstree site.
Reporting to the Senior Director, Global Pathogen Safety, this senior leadership role is responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of Biosafety activities, including pathogen safety, GLP compliance, and laboratory operations at the Elstree site.
Whilst based in Elstree, the role has significant global visibility and impact through collaboration with international stakeholders and contribution to the wider Global Pathogen Safety strategy. It offers the opportunity to play a critical role in helping ensure the safety of plasma-derived medicinal products used by patients worldwide.
Key Requirements
- Significant experience within a GLP-regulated environment
- GLP Test Facility Management experience or equivalent senior-level accountability
- Strong pathogen safety expertise
- Experience supporting or leading Health Authority inspections
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to lead complex scientific programmes, projects, and teams
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We welcome applications from professionals within plasma-derived medicinal products, biopharmaceuticals, biotechnology organizations, and CRO environments conducting GLP pathogen safety studies.
The Role & Impact
This is an opportunity to lead a highly specialized Biosafety function, providing scientific leadership, regulatory oversight, and strategic influence within a global organization operating in a critical and highly regulated area of healthcare.
You will lead a team of scientific professionals and work closely with local and international stakeholders to support business priorities, regulatory compliance, and global development programmes.
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Hybrid working is available, although a strong onsite presence is encouraged during the initial stages of the role to support induction and understanding of site operations. International travel may be required, including induction activities in Italy.
In Return We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Annual bonus scheme
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
- Private Health Insurance
- Pension
- Life insurance
- Hybrid working
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Virtual GP
- Employee discounts and cashback schemes
- Gym membership discounts
- Family-friendly policies
Apply today to join a global leader in plasma-derived therapies and play a key role in protecting patient safety worldwide.
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