Microbiology Lab Operations Lead

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services; North Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services in North Brunswick, NJ, is seeking a microbiology laboratory leader. You will oversee testing operations, ensure compliance with cGMP and ISO 17025, and coordinate with the Site Director, QA, and customers to deliver accurate data.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in microbiology and 2–3 years of lab experience, with supervisory exposure. It offers full-time hours, salary range $95,000–$105,000 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in a testing laboratory, with supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 and cGMP quality systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Provides operational leadership and support through effective planning, execution, management of personnel and available resources.
• Motivates staff to perform at high levels, and ensures engaged employees, satisfied clients, and efficient processes that are quality driven.
• Assist the Business Unit Manager in managing daily operations of the microbiology laboratory including scheduling, supervising, instructing, monitoring, and assisting in the performance of manual and instrumental analyses. Develops and maintains production schedules, ensuring on-time completion and delivery of Reports and Data Packages into QA.
• Is a subject matter expert for the business in their field. Provides and assists customers with understanding regulatory guidelines, test results, technical support, and the appropriateness of specific tests, including advantages and limitations of test procedures.
• Accomplished productivity through effective communication of company goals/objectives and supports staff in achieving such expectations by appraising performance and giving continuous feedback.
• Plans and oversight of new laboratory technologies and test methods.
• Ensures continuous development and training of staff.
• Ensures the facility, instrumentation and equipment are well maintained and in good working order.
• Ensures the implementation of the laboratory Quality Management System and its compliance with ISO/IEC 17025.
• Handles client and employee requests and concerns appropriate and in a timely manner.
• Perform laboratory testing, when necessary.
• Evaluates resumes, interviews potential employees, and hiring new personnel.
• Assists in writing regulatory documents relating to the Quality Management System and regulatory agencies such as ISO, AAMI, USP, and FDA.

Skills

Communication skills

People management

Laboratory supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology

Job description

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services in North Brunswick, NJ, is seeking a microbiology laboratory leader. You will oversee testing operations, ensure compliance with cGMP and ISO 17025, and coordinate with the Site Director, QA, and customers to deliver accurate data.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in microbiology and 2–3 years of lab experience, with supervisory exposure. It offers full-time hours, salary range $95,000–$105,000 and comprehensive benefits.