Microbiology Operations Manager

Eurofins US Network; North Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services in North Brunswick, NJ, is seeking a Laboratory Leader to oversee microbiology operations, ensuring compliance with cGMP and ISO 17025.

You will guide staff, maintain quality systems, and coordinate testing, reporting, and regulatory documentation while driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or related field.
• 2–3 years of lab experience in a testing environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 and cGMP.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides operational leadership and planning for the microbiology lab.
• Motivates staff and ensures quality-driven processes.
• Manages daily lab operations, scheduling, and data delivery.
• Acts as SME for regulatory guidelines and test selection.
• Performs performance appraisal and continuous feedback.
• Oversees development of new lab technologies and methods.
• Ensures staff development and training.
• Maintains facility, instrumentation, and equipment.
• Implements ISO/IEC 17025 Quality Management System.
• Handles client and employee requests promptly.
• Performs laboratory testing when needed.
• Evaluates resumes and hires new personnel.
• Assists in regulatory documentation related to QMS.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Systems

Regulatory Knowledge

Microbiology

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology

Job description

North Brunswick Township, NJ, USA

Full-time

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Responsible for all activities in the microbiology laboratory, working closely with the Site Director, Microbiology staff, Quality Manager, Business Development and customers. Is a member of the Quality Committee and can act as a Business Unit Leader or Quality Manager in his/her absence. Ensures compliance of the testing within the microbiology laboratory with cGMP, ISO 17025 and company quality standards.

Essential Duties/ 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 companygoals/objectives and supports staff in achieving such expectations byappraising performance and giving continuous feedback.

• Plans and oversees development of new laboratory technologies and testmethods.

• Ensures continuous development and training of staff.

• Ensures that the facility, instrumentation, and equipment are well maintainedand in good working order.

• Ensures the implementation of the laboratory Quality Management Systemand its compliance with ISO/IEC 17025.

• Handles client and employee requests and concerns appropriate and in atimely manner.

• Performs laboratory testing, when necessary.

• Evaluates resumes, interviews potential employees, and hires new personnel.

• Assists in writing regulatory documents relating to the Quality Management System and regulatory agencies such as ISO, AAMI, USP, and FDA.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a testing laboratory, with a preference given to candidates with supervisory experience

• Good knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 17025 and cGMP.

• Internal contact includes daily contact with all personnel and regular contact with management.

• External contact may require infrequent contact with Clients.

• External contact with vendors may be required.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.

Competencies:

• Detailed understanding of microbiological sciences related to pharmaceutical and medical device testing.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Responsive problem solver and action-oriented

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.

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

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.