Veterinary Pathologist (m/f/d)

We are a leading global research organization with over 3000 employees working in the field of material and analytical science, chemical synthesis, process development, bioscience, catalysis and digitalization. With our creative and diverse teams as well as our cutting-edge research, we help to make our customers more successful and drive the sustainability transformation.

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

• 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
• profound data mindset and ability to leverage digital skills and means to solve scientific problems

• Health and wellbeing programs to help you achieve better health and work-life balance.
• An attractive competitive salary that is based on the company's success and your individual performance.
• Your contribution to a sustainable future because sustainability lies at the heart of everything we do and is a driver of growth.

Do you have any questions about the application process or the position? Please reach out to: Anne Wicke, anne.wicke@basf.com, Tel.:+49 30 2005-56410

First information about our application process can be found here: http://on.basf.com/applicationprocess.

BASF SE, located in Ludwigshafen am Rhein, is the corporate headquarters of the BASF Group and part of the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region. BASF stands for competence in chemistry since 1865 and is represented today in the world's major consumer markets, with a wide range of products. As the largest employer in the region, BASF SE offers multiple career opportunities for students, university graduates and professionals providing also training in over 30 professions. Leisure, sports, culture and a good infrastructure characterize the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region, in which BASF is also involved with numerous activities. Learn more about BASF SE at on.basf.com/BASFSE_LU

Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.