Medical Director - Pathologist



Covance is the drug development business of LabCorp. We are one of the world's largest & most comprehensive CROs with capabilities spanning from discovery to commercialization. Covance is the market leader in central laboratory, bioanalysis & toxicology services, and a leading provider of clinical trial solutions. We generate more safety & efficacy data to support drug approvals than any other company in the world. We have helped pharmaceutical and biotech companies develop each of the top 50 prescription drugs in the marketplace today. Covance's consistent growth, size, comprehensive drug development services offerings, and geographic spread give us the opportunity to build rewarding careers.



We currently have a position open for a Director, Medical Affairs - Pathologist at our site in Geneva, Switzerland. The ideal candidate will be a Board Certified Clinical Pathologist with a broad focus of expertise. Knowledge of CAP/CLIA inspection process is a plus.



Primary Responsibilities

• Supporting global pharmaceutical clinical trials through pathology tissue review
• Clinical consultation for the laboratory component of pharmaceutical trials
• Assuring regulatory compliance

Education/Qualifications:

• MD degree, Clinical Pathologist
• Board certification in medical pathology

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of related experience. CRO experience highly desired
• Experience in a Clinical Anatomic Pathology Lab
• Proven experience in Immunohistochemistry (IHC) In-Situ Hybridization (ISH) interpretation
• Effective communication skills with technical staff, business development staff, peers and clients
• Fluent in French and strong command of English
• Hospital / Large referral laboratory experience preferred, pharmaceutical trial experience a plus
• Computer literate