Testing Officer

The ITA is an international organisation constituted as an independent not-for-profit foundation based in Lausanne, Switzerland. Its mission is to protect the integrity of sport and the health of athletes by delivering high-quality anti-doping programs to International Sports Federations (IFs), Major Event Organisers (MEOs) and Anti-Doping Organisations (ADOs) that seek increased transparency and independence. The ITA operates in full compliance with the World Anti-Doping Code.

The ITA is now looking for a committed and passionate full-time (40 hours per week)

TESTING OFFICER (Cycling)

Role description

Reporting to the Testing Manager for Cycling, the Testing Officer (Cycling) is responsible for developing and implementing an intelligence-led, and risk-based testing programme on behalf of the UCI, in line with WADA's International Standards and ITA's procedures.

The role requires inter-departmental and cross-organisational collaboration to ensure the successful delivery of the testing programme.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and manage the testing programme on behalf of the UCI, in line with the ITA's departmental strategy.
• Contribute towards the UCI's testing programme being run on budget and in compliance with the applicable regulations.
• Work closely with the different ITA units (Testing, Science & Medical, Intelligence & Investigations (I&I), IT, and Finance) on the testing strategy.
• Define and manage the UCI's testing pool, and support with various whereabouts-related administrative processes.
• Provide continual assessment and strategic insights to guide the UCI's Test Distribution Plan.
• Deliver the UCI's Long-Term Storage Programme to ensure an effective selection of samples to be stored for future reanalysis.
• Implement the outreach programme defined together with I&I and Testing Management to increase knowledge of the sport and create channels of communication between the ITA and relevant stakeholders from within the sport.
• Liaise with the Operations Testing Team to provide the necessary support for the coordination of Out-of-Competition and In-Competition testing.
• Liaise and collaborate with external stakeholders to improve the quality of the ITA's testing programme, including National Anti-Doping Organisations, laboratories, and Sample Collection Agencies.
• Ensure all processes are run in accordance with the ITA's ISO Quality Management System.
• If applicable, assist with the development and implementation of an effective Test Distribution Plan prior to and during Major Events.
• If applicable, provide support for onsite anti-doping operations at Major Events and International competitions on behalf of International Federations.
• Manage other projects or initiatives to improve the quality of the ITA's anti-doping programme as required by the ITA.

Skills and experience required

• Academic degree or equivalent.
• Experience in a similar role with strong anti-doping knowledge is highly desirable.
• An educational or professional background in biology, chemistry, medicine, sports science, physiology, or pharmacology would be beneficial.
• Good knowledge of the International Sport Environment (e.g. International Federations, Anti-Doping Organisations).
• Strong interest and/or participation in elite endurance sport, particularly cycling, with a sensitivity to sports ethics and the issue of drugs and doping in sport.
• Excellent English written and oral communication skills. Other languages would be considered an asset.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise effectively.
• Strong focus on customer service and quality.
• Capacity to work both independently and as part of a team, contributing to the achievements of the ITA.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, combined with a strong sense of discretion and confidentiality.
• IT literate (MS Office, data management).
• Experience and knowledge of data analysis is desirable.

Start date:
ASAP or to be discussed.

Work location
: This position will be based at our office in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Application deadline: 7th November 2025

Please e-mail your CV and cover letter to indicating "
Your Name – Testing Officer (Cycling)
" in the subject line.

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ITA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities.