Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in microbiology laboratory operations.
Proven experience in people management and team leadership.
Strong knowledge of microbiology laboratory equipment and safety protocols.
Familiarity with regulatory compliance and quality assurance in laboratory settings.
Responsibilities
Oversee daily operations and activities in the Microbiology Laboratory.
Lead planning and execution of all tests and activities in a timely manner.
Author and approve technical reports, protocols, and SOPs related to Microbiology.
Ensure timely delivery of final reports to clients.
Train new and existing microbiologists as needed.
Maintain compliance within the Microbiology Laboratory.
Respond to customer/client requests and updates promptly.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.
Life and disability insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Paid vacation and holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Responsible for overall operations and activities in the Microbiology Laboratory and personnel.
Provides operational leadership and support through effective planning, execution to all tests and activities performed in the Microbiology Laboratory in a timely manner.
Author, review and approve technical reports, protocols, forms, NCE, OOS, CAPAs, SOPs and other relevant scientific documentation related to Microbiology.
Provides final reports to clients to ensure on time completion and delivery of test results and final reports.
Provides training to new and existing microbiologists as necessary.
Responsible for ensuring and maintaining compliance in Microbiology Laboratory
Perform testing by following all required compendial test methods, protocols, SOPs and test methods as necessary to support the laboratory operations as needed and perform hands on training to microbiology staff.
Knowledge of microbiology laboratory equipment, including the safe use and disposal of organisms and all hazardous microbiology laboratory waste.
Provide response to customer/client requests and updates in timely manner.
Evaluates resumes, interviews potential employees, evaluates the performance of all direct reports in microbiology laboratory by providing training, development, feedback, performance improvement and promote and/or termination as necessary.
Tracks and trends performance issues related to Microbiology testing, documentation and execution of tasks requested by Sr. Microbiologists, Microbiologists and all Microbiology laboratory personnel.
Oversees attendance, approves daily schedules, overtime, deliverables, vacations of direct reports and addresses any operational concerns.
Communicate effectively and professionally across all levels of personnel.
Supports and participates in customer and regulatory audits as necessary as department head and Microbiology SME.
Performs all other functions as necessary by senior management.
Qualifications
Education AND Experience::
MS or BS degree and minimum 10 years hands on experience in microbiology laboratory operations and people management.
Additional Information
Positions are full-time, working (Monday-Friday 8am-5pm), overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within commutable distance to North Brunswick Township, NJ are encouraged to apply.
Compensation: $95,000-105,000 depending on related experience and qualification.
Excellent full time benefits including
Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
About Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is a leading contract research organization (CRO) providing analytical, research and testing services to clients in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, crop protection, chemical, food, environmental and consumer products industries. The company was founded in 1961 and has grown to become one of the largest CROs in the world, with over 50 locations in 20 countries. Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is part of the Eurofins Scientific Group, a global leader in bioanalytical testing and laboratory services. The company's services include method development and validation, stability testing, quality control testing, and regulatory compliance support.
