At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice. Animal Facility Management and Head of the Veterinary In-House Pharmacy Wuppertal (all genders) Join us in a key leadership role where you will shape the future of laboratory animal care by overseeing state-of-the-art animal facilities and ensuring the highest standards in animal welfare and sustainability. As a licensed veterinarian (all genders), you will lead a diverse team, manage veterinary care across multiple species, and act as a vital liaison with regulatory authorities. This is a unique opportunity to combine scientific excellence with strategic impact in a highly collaborative research environment. You take on technical leadership and organizational responsibility for the animal husbandry facilities, ensuring full compliance with legal requirements for laboratory animal care, including assuming responsibility under § 11 of the German Animal Welfare Act You lead, develop, and modernize the animal facilities to establish them as a benchmark for animal welfare and sustainability Part of your role is to ensure the veterinary care of various species (mice, rats, rabbits, dogs, non-human primates (NHP) and Göttinger minipigs), including overseeing documentation for all animal-related procedures You proactively prepare for potential risks, incidents, and crises to ensure continuity of operations You implement and harmonize a robust hygiene and health monitoring program across all facilities You serve as a central liaison between researchers and relevant veterinary authorities You collaborate closely with the animal welfare officer and actively participate in the animal welfare committee Your responsibilities include direct communication with permitting authorities and oversight of the veterinary dispensary, including participation in weekend duty Your veterinary duties consist of diagnosing and treating diseases across a wide range of species You hold a doctoral degree in veterinary medicine and are licensed to practice as a veterinarian You are qualified as specialist veterinarian in laboratory animal science or animal welfare You bring several years of experience managing animal facilities and demonstrate a deep understanding of the requirements in the field of laboratory animal welfare You possess practical experience in animal experimentation; experience with multiple species, including mice, rats, rabbits, dogs, NHPs and Göttinger minipigs is a strong advantage You are familiar with accreditation processes, particularly AAALAC, and ideally have supported such initiatives before You have successfully managed a veterinary dispensary and are confident in the oversight of pharmaceutical stocks You combine excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach and the ability to engage with regulatory bodies Fluency in German, both verbal and written rounds off your profile; good English language skills are also required Our benefits package is flexible, appreciative, and tailored to your lifestyle, because: What matters to you, matters to us! We ensure your financial stability through a competitive compensation package, consisting of an attractive base pay, our performance based company bonus and a global, equity-based cash plan with a four-year duration. In addition, managers can recognize special contributions by granting an individual performance award. Whether it’s hybrid work models or part-time arrangements: Whenever it is possible, you will have the flexibility to work how, when and where it is best for you. Your family is a top priority. We offer loving company daycare centers at multiple locations, support in finding childcare, time off for the care of elderly or dependent family members, summer camps for children, and much more. We support your professional growth by providing access to learning and development opportunities, training programs through the Bayer Learning Academy, development dialogues, as well as coaching and mentoring programs. We support your health and well-being with free check-ups by our company doctor, health seminars, and a wide range of initiatives that promote a healthy lifestyle. We embrace diversity by providing an inclusive work environment in which you are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Be You. Be Bayer. Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, personal orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.