Christian Weiss - Freelance Consultant and Interim...

Q: Where is Christian based?

Christian is based in Leverkusen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Christian speak?

Christian speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Christian have?

Christian has at least 39 years of experience. During this time, Christian has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 7 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 5 years and 11 months . Note that Christian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Christian's latest experience?

Christian's most recent position is Freelance Consultant and Interim Project Manager .

Q: What companies has Christian worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Christian has worked for Bayer Animal Health .

Q: Which industries is Christian most experienced in?

Christian is most experienced in industries like Pharmaceutical , Biotechnology , and Healthcare . Christian also has some experience in Agriculture and Government and Administration .

Q: Which business areas is Christian most experienced in?

Christian is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development , Product Development , and Project Management . Christian also has some experience in Quality Assurance and Legal .

Q: Which industries has Christian worked in recently?

Christian has recently worked in industries like Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical .

Q: Which business areas has Christian worked in recently?

Christian has recently worked in business areas like Product Development , Project Management , and Research and Development .

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Leverkusen, Germany

Experience

Apr 2022 - Present

4 years

Freelance Consultant and Interim Project Manager

Consulting on regulatory affairs for biologics in Europe
Interim management for quality control and product release (QP)
Preparation for EU-GMP audits
Development plans for veterinary biologics
Project management
Expertise in due diligence and licensing processes

Jan 2009 - Dec 2022

14 years

Germany

Global Scientific Project Leader Biologicals; Head Development Biologicals; Clinical Research Manager

Bayer Animal Health

Jan 2005 - Dec 2009

5 years

Germany

Senior Quality Unit Manager; Qualified Person; Head of Quality Unit

Schering-Plough Essex Animal Health Burgwedel

Jan 2003 - Dec 2005

3 years

Germany

Manager Regulatory Affairs DACH

Bayer HealthCare – Bayer Vital GmbH

Jan 1998 - Dec 2003

6 years

Germany

Head Clinical Development Biologicals

Bayer AG

Jan 1995 - Dec 1998

4 years

Germany

Regulatory Affairs Manager Germany, Pharmaceutica

Hoechst Roussel Vet

Jan 1993 - Dec 1995

3 years

Germany

Veterinary Civil Servant

Ministry of Agriculture, Consumer Protection and Veterinary Medicine of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia

Federal meat and drug inspection
Epidemic control of animal diseases
Animal welfare

Jan 1987 - Dec 1993

7 years

Germany

Veterinary Surgeon

Justus Liebig-University Giessen

Veterinary surgery for small and large animals
Expert at Federal Health and Fertility Service for cattle

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Healthcare, Agriculture, and Government and Administration.

Pharmaceutical

Biotechnology

Healthcare

Agriculture

Government and Administration

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Research and Development, Product Development, Project Management, Quality Assurance, and Legal.

Research and Development

Product Development

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Legal

Summary

I have built a career in veterinary medicine and biologics through hands-on consulting, interim management, and regulatory expertise, with a clear focus on ensuring compliance and quality in both clinical research and product development. I bring my extensive experience with EU-GMP audits, licensing processes, and due diligence to drive projects that deliver measurable value.

My background spans quality control, regulatory affairs, and scientific project management across multinational companies and government service. I have a strong track record in guiding teams, navigating complex regulatory landscapes, and ensuring that high standards are met throughout the development and approval processes.

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 1993 - Sep 1995

Ministry of Agriculture, Consumer Protection and Veterinary Medicine, Duesseldorf, Germany

State board examination as State Veterinarian · State Veterinarian

Structured postgraduate training in public veterinary services with a focus on animal disease control and herd health management, food hygiene and safety, animal welfare legislation, pharmaceutical law and residue control, as well as administrative law and official regulatory practice. Completed with the Second State Examination, conferring qualification for the official veterinary service.

Oct 1987 - Jun 1993

Justus Liebig-University Giessen

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine · Veterinary Medicine · Giessen, Germany

Oct 1980 - Jun 1987

Justus Liebig University-Giessen

Approbation in Veterinary Medicine · Veterinary Medicine · Giessen, Germany

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 8

Experience in Pharmaceutical 31 y

Avg length 5 y 8 m

Longest experience 13 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Freelance Consultant and Interim Project Manager, Global Scientific Project Leader Biologicals; Head Development Biologicals; Clinical Research Manager, Senior Quality Unit Manager; Qualified Person; Head of Quality Unit

Main industries Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Healthcare

Main business areas Research and Development, Product Development, Project Management

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate

Profile

Created

March 2026

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Where is Christian based?

Christian is based in Leverkusen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Christian speak?

Christian speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Christian have?

Christian has at least 39 years of experience. During this time, Christian has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 5 years and 11 months. Note that Christian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Christian be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Christian would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelance Consultant and Interim Project Manager, Global Scientific Project Leader Biologicals; Head Development Biologicals; Clinical Research Manager, Senior Quality Unit Manager; Qualified Person; Head of Quality Unit.

What is Christian's latest experience?

Christian's most recent position is Freelance Consultant and Interim Project Manager.

What companies has Christian worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Christian has worked for Bayer Animal Health.

Which industries is Christian most experienced in?

Christian is most experienced in industries like Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, and Healthcare. Christian also has some experience in Agriculture and Government and Administration.

Which business areas is Christian most experienced in?

Christian is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development, Product Development, and Project Management. Christian also has some experience in Quality Assurance and Legal.

Which industries has Christian worked in recently?

Christian has recently worked in industries like Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical.

Which business areas has Christian worked in recently?

Christian has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Project Management, and Research and Development.

What is Christian's education?

Christian holds a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Justus Liebig-University Giessen and a Master in State Veterinarian from Ministry of Agriculture, Consumer Protection and Veterinary Medicine, Duesseldorf, Germany.

What is the availability of Christian?

Christian will be available part-time from April 2026.

What is the rate of Christian?

Christian's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.