Sample Extraction Manager

Eurofins; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision options

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is seeking a Sample Extraction Manager in South Brunswick, NJ. You will oversee test article extraction activities for toxicology studies, supervise Sample Preparation Scientists, and ensure adherence to GLP and study protocols.

The role requires supervisory experience, a relevant scientific degree, and strong organization skills. You will coordinate with Study Directors, manage workflows, and maintain high-quality documentation to support dosing timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in toxicology, biology, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related field preferred.
• Experience supervising test article extractions or dosing solution preparations is strongly preferred.
• Adherence to GLP and meticulous record-keeping.
• Strong integrity and sense of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage evaluation, preparation, extraction, storage, and disposition of test articles.
• Review study protocols and client instructions to determine prep and extraction requirements.
• Translate client needs into clear, executable preparation instructions.
• Develop and issue preparation worksheets and extraction instructions.
• Coordinate schedules with Study Directors and lab personnel.
• Ensure compliance with PSL procedures and GLP in all prep activities.
• Provide hands-on support and supervise staff during extractions when needed.
• Maintain equipment, documents, and records for traceability and quality.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Detail-oriented

Quality mindset

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in toxicology/ biology/ chemistry/ pharmaceutical sciences or related

Associate degree with relevant supervisory experience

Job description

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

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Sample Extraction Manager is responsible for managing, coordinating, and overseeing all test article extraction activities performed in support of toxicology and related laboratory studies. This position supervises Sample Preparation Scientists, establishes departmental priorities and schedules, and ensures that preparations are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with study protocols, PSL standard operating procedures, Good Laboratory Practices, and applicable safety requirements.

The Sample Extraction Manager serves as a primary technical and operational contact for clients, Study Directors, and laboratory personnel regarding extraction and preparation requirements. This individual is responsible for evaluating test articles and client instructions, resolving technical questions, and developing clear, detailed, study-specific instructions that laboratory personnel can follow when performing individual sample preparations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assigning and prioritizing daily and long-term departmental work.
• Coordinating staffing and resources to meet study schedules.
• Providing technical direction and day-to-day support.
• Training personnel on protocols, procedures, equipment, calculations, documentation, and safety requirements.
• Evaluating employee competency and work quality.
• Conducting performance evaluations and providing timely coaching and feedback.
• Addressing performance, attendance, conduct, or training concerns in coordination with laboratory management and Human Resources.
• Promoting teamwork, accountability, effective communication, and continuous improvement within the department.

Specific Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the evaluation, preparation, extraction, storage, and disposition of test articles submitted for testing.
• Review study protocols, client instructions, test article information, and other supporting documentation to determine preparation and extraction requirements.
• Communicate directly with clients to obtain clarification regarding test article characteristics, preparation requirements, extraction conditions, sample configuration, storage conditions, or other information necessary to perform the work.
• Serve as the primary departmental contact for Study Directors, scientific staff, and laboratory management regarding sample preparation feasibility, requirements, scheduling, status, and technical concerns.
• Translate client requirements, study protocols, and PSL procedures into clear, detailed, and executable preparation instructions for each individual preparation.
• Develop and issue preparation worksheets, extraction instructions, or other controlled documentation.
• Determine or verify test article surface area and calculate required extraction ratios, preparation concentrations, dilution factors, and final volumes.
• Review and approve calculations and preparation instructions before work is initiated.
• Evaluate the technical feasibility of requested preparations and promptly communicate any concerns, inconsistencies, missing information, or deviations from established procedures.
• Coordinate sample preparation and extraction schedules with Study Directors, laboratory departments, and other scientific personnel to support study initiation and dosing timelines.
• Assign preparations to qualified personnel based on study priority, technical complexity, staff competency, equipment availability, and departmental workload.
• Monitor departmental workload and preparation status to ensure that deadlines and study requirements are met.
• Provide hands-on technical support and perform sample preparations or extractions when required.
• Ensure that samples, extracts, and dosing solutions are prepared according to study protocols, approved instructions, and PSL standard operating procedures using appropriate laboratory and aseptic techniques.
• Review preparation records, worksheets, calculations, equipment records, and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, traceability, and compliance with Good Laboratory Practices.
• Identify, document, communicate, and assist in the investigation of deviations, preparation errors, unexpected observations, equipment issues, or other events that may affect sample integrity or study quality.
• Work with Study Directors, Quality Assurance, and laboratory management to develop appropriate corrective and preventive actions when necessary.
• Ensure that personnel are appropriately trained and qualified before independently performing assigned preparation or extraction procedures.
• Develop, revise, and maintain departmental standard operating procedures, work instructions, templates, forms, and training materials.
• Maintain adequate supplies of extraction vehicles, reagents, consumables, personal protective equipment, and other materials required for departmental operations.
• Coordinate the cleaning, calibration, maintenance, and availability of departmental equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, secure, and inspection-ready laboratory environment.
• Monitor departmental productivity, turnaround times, errors, rework, and other performance indicators, and implement improvements where appropriate.
• Support internal audits, Quality Assurance inspections, client visits, and regulatory inspections by providing requested records and explaining departmental processes.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in toxicology, biology, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related scientific discipline is preferred. An associate degree with significant relevant laboratory and supervisory experience may be considered.

Prior experience performing or overseeing test article extractions, sample preparations, formulation preparations, or dosing solution preparations in a regulated laboratory environment is strongly preferred. Previous supervisory or team leadership experience is required or must be demonstrated through equivalent experience.

The individual holding this position must be of the highest integrity and have a very strong sense of responsibility. He/she must be mature, well organized, capable of adapting to a broad spectrum of responsibilities and able to maintain meticulous and accurate records. Adherence to good laboratory practices (GLP) is of utmost importance. The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and follow detailed instructions is critical to this role.

Additional Information

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of South Brunswick Township, NJ are encouraged to apply.

The pay range of this position is $70,000 - $100,000 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.