Manager, In Vivo Preclinical Research & Biosecurity (BSL-3/4)
GSK·Madrid, Spain
What they offer
€61,350 - €102,250 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Blue Card threshold
Indicative — the ad doesn’t promise sponsorship.
What they ask for
Speak native-level Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work on-site in Madrid
No relocation package mentioned.
Pulled from the advert automatically — the full ad is what counts.
Nice to have
- Experience working under recognized quality systems, such as Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), ISO standards, or equivalent systems.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Professional who collaborates to ensure work in high-level biosecurity facilities, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, quality standards, and the highest ethical principles in all research activities.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate in the coordination of resources and teams to ensure the efficient execution of in vivo studies and preclinical research programs, ensuring the obtainment of high-quality results.
- Collaborate effectively with research staff, animal welfare officers, veterinarians, and the Preclinical Science manager to ensure regulatory compliance and the efficient execution of studies.
- Participate in the planning of procedures, review of protocols, preparation of experimental activities, scheduling of work, and supervision of the quality and integrity of the data generated. Perform authorized technical procedures to obtain the best results.
- Ensure that staff involved in the studies have the necessary training, information, and technical support for the proper development of their activities in high-level biosecurity laboratories.
- Ensure the technical competence and training necessary to apply the corresponding techniques.
- Prepare, review, and maintain the necessary regulatory documentation, as well as supervise the correct application of standard operating procedures (SOPs), biosecurity measures, and operational controls.
- Support the management and operation of in vivo facilities, maintaining high standards of animal care, welfare, and regulatory compliance.
- Participate in audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen scientific and operational standards.
- Perform any other activity related to the responsibilities and needs inherent to the position.
- Ensure the accurate recording of adverse events, health observations, and retrospective severity assessments in the corresponding corporate platforms (e.g., Tick@Lab).
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with the Preclinical Science manager and the research group to ensure that all activities are carried out safely, properly recorded, and in compliance with applicable regulations, standard operating procedures (SOPs), hazardous substance control requirements, and corresponding corporate policies and guidelines.
- Work in a multidisciplinary and cross-functional environment to ensure proper alignment and achievement of objectives.
- Identify training needs within the teams and effectively communicate them to management to support the continuous development of staff.
- Ensure that one's own actions do not compromise the health and safety of any person and assume individual responsibility in matters of occupational risk prevention.
- Participate in the management of resources and investments, contributing to the efficient acquisition of equipment through CAPEX projects, optimizing investment, and supporting the operational needs of the area.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
- University degree or bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Pharmacy, or related disciplines.
- Fluent English
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- More than 6 years of experience working with animals in Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3)/Level 4 (BSL-4) environments, including the handling of infectious agents, compliance with containment and biosecurity protocols, and application of corresponding safety regulations, in Spain or other countries.
- Experience in conducting in vitro/in vivo studies in BSL3 and/or BSL4 facilities
- Experience collaborating in the management of resources and in the acquisition of equipment through CAPEX investments.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary, cross-functional environments.
- Demonstrated capacity for continuous learning and motivation to expand knowledge and competencies.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Operational efficiency.
- Relationship building and collaboration.
- Customer orientation.
- Teamwork.
REPORTING LINE
• Reports to: Head of Preclinical Science.
Skills
Communication, Cross-Departmental Collaboration, Decision Making, Financial Acumen, Innovation, Leadership, Project Controls, Project Management, Project Management Governance, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Strategic LeadershipSpanish Salary Range / Rango salarial en España: EUR 61,350 to EUR 102,250The annual gross base salary range for new hires in this position is listed above for each applicable location. These ranges take into account a number of factors including the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position may offer an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. More detailed information on the total benefits package will be supplied during the recruitment process. This role is available for applicants from multiple locations, and therefore salary ranges for certain locations are also shown. Salary ranges for other locations are shown because some markets have pay transparency laws that require salary information on job postings, and those locations are potential job sites for this role. If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific location or country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process. Please note salaries vary by country based on the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. Offers are typically made within the advertised range based on the candidate's skills, experience and qualifications, with the upper end generally reserved for highly experienced candidates or other exceptional circumstances aligned with these criteria.The annual gross base salary range for new hires in this position is listed above for each applicable location. These ranges take into account a number of factors including the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position may offer an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. More detailed information on the total benefits package will be supplied during the recruitment process. This role is available for applicants from multiple locations, and therefore salary ranges for certain locations are also shown. Salary ranges for other locations are shown because some markets have pay transparency laws that require salary information on job postings, and those locations are potential job sites for this role. If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific location or country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process. Please note salaries vary by country based on the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. Offers are typically made within the advertised range based on the candidate's skills, experience and qualifications, with the upper end generally reserved for highly experienced candidates or other exceptional circumstances aligned with these criteria.
Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments or arrangements to support you during the recruitment process, specific to your individual needs, please contact us on [email protected].
Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through these channels.
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.
Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies
GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.
Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, GSK may be required to capture and report expenses GSK incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure GSK's compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements. For more information, please visit the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) website at https://openpaymentsdata.cms.gov/
Nice to have
- Experiencia trabajando bajo sistemas de calidad reconocidos, como Buenas Prácticas de Laboratorio (BPL/GLP), normas ISO o sistemas equivalentes.
PROPOSITO DEL PUESTO
Profesional que colabore en garantizar el trabajo en instalaciones de alto nivel de bioseguridad, asegurando el cumplimiento de la normativa aplicable, los estándares de calidad y los más altos principios éticos en todas las actividades de investigación.
RESPONSABILIDADES PRINCIPALES
- Colaborar en la coordinación de recursos y equipos para garantizar la ejecución eficiente de estudios in vivo y programas de investigación preclínica, asegurando la obtención de resultados de alta calidad.
- Colaborar eficazmente con el personal investigador, responsables de bienestar animal, veterinarios y responsable de Preclinical Science para garantizar el cumplimiento regulatorio y la ejecución eficiente de los estudios.
- Participar en la planificación de procedimientos, revisión de protocolos, preparación de actividades experimentales, programación de trabajos y supervisión de la calidad e integridad de los datos generados. Realizar procedimientos técnicos autorizados para la obtención de los mejores resultados.
- Asegurar que el personal involucrado en los estudios disponga de la formación, información y apoyo técnico necesarios para el correcto desarrollo de sus actividades en los laboratorios de alta contención biológica.
- Garantizar la competencia técnica y la capacitación necesaria para aplicar las técnicas correspondientes.
- Preparar, revisar y mantener la documentación regulatoria necesaria, así como supervisar la correcta aplicación de los procedimientos normalizados de trabajo (PNTs), las medidas de bioseguridad y los controles operativos.
- Apoyar la gestión y el funcionamiento de las instalaciones in vivo, manteniendo altos estándares de cuidado animal, bienestar y cumplimiento normativo.
- Participar en auditorías, inspecciones e iniciativas de mejora continua para fortalecer los estándares científicos y operativos
- Desempeñar cualquier otra actividad relacionada con las responsabilidades y necesidades inherentes al puesto.
- Garantizar el registro preciso de eventos adversos, observaciones de salud y evaluaciones retrospectivas de severidad en las plataformas corporativas correspondientes (por ejemplo, Tick@Lab).
OTRAS RESPONSABILIDADES
- Colaborar con responsable de Preclinical Science y el grupo investigador para garantizar que todas las actividades se realizan de forma segura, se registran adecuadamente y cumplen con la normativa aplicable, los Procedimientos Normalizados de Trabajo (PNTs/SOPs), los requisitos de control de sustancias peligrosas y las políticas y guías corporativas correspondientes.
- Trabajar en un entorno multidisciplinar y transversal, para asegurar la correcta alineación y consecución de los objetivos.
- Identificar necesidades formativas dentro de los equipos y comunicarlas eficazmente a la dirección para apoyar el desarrollo continuo del personal.
- Garantizar que las propias actuaciones no comprometan la salud y seguridad de ninguna persona y asumir la responsabilidad individual en materia de prevención de riesgos laborales.
- Participar en la gestión de recursos e inversiones, contribuyendo a la adquisición eficiente de equipamiento mediante proyectos CAPEX, optimizando la inversión y apoyando las necesidades operativas del área.
REQUISITOS BÁSICOS
- Grado universitario o licenciatura en Ciencias de la Vida, Biología, Veterinaria, Farmacia o disciplinas afines.
- Ingles fluido
EXPERIENCIA REQUERIDA
- Mas de 6 años de experiencia trabajando con animales en entornos de Bioseguridad Nivel 3 (BSL-3)/ Nivel 4 (BSL-4) incluyendo el manejo de agentes infecciosos, el cumplimiento de los protocolos de contención y bioseguridad y la aplicación de la normativa de seguridad correspondiente, en España u otros países.
- Experiencia en ejecución de estudios in vitro/in vivo en instalaciones BSL3 y/o BSL4
- Experiencia colaborando en la gestión de recursos y en la adquisición de equipamiento mediante inversiones CAPEX.
- Excelentes capacidades de comunicación y trabajo transversal en entornos multidisciplinares.
- Demostrada capacidad de aprendizaje continuo y motivación por ampliar conocimientos y competencias.
COMPETENCIAS CLAVE
- Flexibilidad y adaptabilidad.
- Eficiencia operativa.
- Construcción de relaciones y colaboración.
- Orientación al cliente.
- Trabajo en equipo.
LINEA DE REPORTE
• Reporta a: Head of Preclinical Science.
Skills
Communication, Cross-Departmental Collaboration, Decision Making, Financial Acumen, Innovation, Leadership, Project Controls, Project Management, Project Management Governance, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Strategic LeadershipSpanish Salary Range / Rango salarial en España: EUR 61,350 to EUR 102,250The annual gross base salary range for new hires in this position is listed above for each applicable location. These ranges take into account a number of factors including the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position may offer an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. More detailed information on the total benefits package will be supplied during the recruitment process. This role is available for applicants from multiple locations, and therefore salary ranges for certain locations are also shown. Salary ranges for other locations are shown because some markets have pay transparency laws that require salary information on job postings, and those locations are potential job sites for this role. If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific location or country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process. Please note salaries vary by country based on the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. Offers are typically made within the advertised range based on the candidate's skills, experience and qualifications, with the upper end generally reserved for highly experienced candidates or other exceptional circumstances aligned with these criteria.El rango salarial bruto anual para nuevos empleados en esta posición se encuentra se indica más arriba para cada ubicación correspondiente. Estos rangos tienen en cuenta varios factores, como las habilidades, la experiencia, el nivel educativo de la persona candidata y las condiciones del mercado para el puesto. Además, esta posición puede incluir un bonus anual y la posibilidad de participar en nuestro programa de incentivos a largo plazo basado en acciones, en función del nivel del puesto. Durante el proceso de selección se facilitará información más detallada sobre el paquete completo de beneficios. Además, esta posición puede incluir un bonus anual y la posibilidad de participar en nuestro programa de incentivos a largo plazo basado en acciones, en función del nivel del puesto. Durante el proceso de selección se facilitará información más detallada sobre el paquete completo de beneficios. Este puesto está abierto a candidatos en distintas ubicaciones por lo que también se muestran los rangos salariales correspondientes a algunas de ellas. En determinados mercados, la legislación sobre transparencia salarial exige incluir información retributiva en las ofertas de empleo, y esas ubicaciones se contemplan como posibles destinos para este puesto. Si en una ubicación o país concreto no se indica un rango salarial en la oferta, la compensación se tratará durante el proceso de selección. Por favor, tenga en cuenta que los salarios varían según el país en función de las habilidades, experiencia, nivel educativo del candidato y las condiciones del mercado para el puesto. Las ofertas suelen situarse dentro del rango anunciado atendiendo a las habilidades, experiencia y cualificaciones del candidato, reservándose habitualmente el tramo superior para candidatos altamente experimentados u otras circunstancias excepcionales alineadas con estos criterios.
Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments or arrangements to support you during the recruitment process, specific to your individual needs, please contact us on [email protected].
Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through these channels.
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.
Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies
GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.
Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, GSK may be required to capture and report expenses GSK incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure GSK's compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements. For more information, please visit the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) website at https://openpaymentsdata.cms.gov/
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